Medical Director, Developmental Pediatrics Program

06 Valley Physician Services; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 204,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Paid holidays and PTO

Relocation allowance

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

06 Valley Physician Services is seeking a motivated Medical Director for the Developmental Pediatrics program at the Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ. The role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team to support early childhood development, providing consultation and clinical expertise.

Candidates should have an MD/DO, and board certification in related fields. Competitive salary ranges from $204,000 to $219,000, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Expertise in managing children/youth with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to perform comprehensive neurodevelopmental evaluations.
• Communication skills suitable for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team providing clinical expertise in early childhood development.
• Participate in outreach to schools and community programs.
• Engage in Department of Pediatrics activities and hospital committee meetings.

Skills

Expertise in evaluation and management of developmental disabilities

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Strong clinical skills

Education

MD/DO or equivalent degree

Board certified in Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

Eligibility for New Jersey Medical License

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated, compassionate, forward‑thinking Medical Director for the Developmental Pediatrics program at the Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ.

About the Department

The Developmental Pediatrics program provides consultation and other professional services as part of the Valley Medical Group and Valley‑Mount Sinai Children’s Health Service line in northern New Jersey. The Director would lead a team including a physician, nurse practitioner and social workers to provide clinical expertise in early childhood development, behavioral, and psychosocial issues at the Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD). The KCCD offers a broad spectrum of services, including speech, physical, and occupational therapies. A complete audiology service is also available on‑site at the KCCD. In this position you will be part of a larger multi‑specialty group including experienced providers in Endocrinology, Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Pulmonary and Sleep medicine, Food Allergy, Cardiology, PM&R, and Neonatology all in collaboration with Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital and the Mount Sinai Health System. The physician in this role will also participate in Department of Pediatrics activities, KCCD activities, and Hospital Committee meetings as deemed appropriate by the Chair. The physician will also participate in outreach to interested community groups, including schools, childcare programs, parent groups, and other programs. Academic appointments at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital are possible based on previous academic ranking and productivity. Clinical requirements include the ability to complete a comprehensive neurodevelopmental/neurobehavioral evaluation, including a pertinent medical history for pediatric patients, perform a developmental/behavioral assessment and provide patient care management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range of $204,000 - $219,000
• Competitive compensation models including generous wRVU productivity incentive with the opportunity to grow, uncapped
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans
• Paid holidays and PTO
• CME allowance and dedicated CME time
• Malpractice coverage
• Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• An MD/DO or equivalent degree
• Board certified in Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
• Existing or eligibility for New Jersey Medical License, DEA and CDS required
• Maintains CME credit hours as required for Board Certification and/or hospital staff privileges

Desired Attributes

• Expertise in evaluation and management of children/youth with developmental disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills for both clinical and non‑clinical audiences, in group settings or one‑on‑one
• Strong clinical skills with the ability to advance and develop a superior clinical service
• Ability to foster a respectful, equitable, and inclusive work environment
• Advocate for organizational values and commitment to gender equity and diversity

Job Location

The Valley Hospital‑Paramus

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short‑term and Long‑term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.