RWJMS Department of Medicine Division of Rheumatology, Assistant or Associate Professor

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 240,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in Rheumatology for a full-time role within a growing program. Responsibilities include patient care, teaching medical students and residents, and scholarly activities. Applicants should be BE/BC in Rheumatology with a desire to educate and engage in clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Rheumatology.
• Experience in teaching medical students and residents.
• Expertise in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage inpatient and outpatient Rheumatology services.
• Participate in education and training of medical professionals.
• Contribute to scholarly activities and quality improvement projects.

Skills

Clinical skills

Teaching skills

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound expertise

Education

BE/BC in Rheumatology

NJ license or eligibility for licensure

Job description

RWJMS Department of Medicine

Division of Rheumatology

Assistant or Associate Professor

The Division of Rheumatology in the Department of Medicine is seeking a BC/BE rheumatologist for a full-time appointment in a rapidly growing program within a multispecialty academic practice setting. Responsibilities include patient care on the inpatient consultative service, outpatient practice, on-call coverage, and teaching. Musculoskeletal Ultrasound expertise is desirable, and there may be opportunities for focused research. Excellent clinical and teaching skills are required, as instruction of medical students, residents, and fellows is a key component of our clinical program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. See new and follow-up patient visits, including consultations on the inpatient Rheumatology service.
2. Manage patients in the outpatient Rheumatology faculty practice.
3. Participate in inpatient service, with a typical assignment of twelve weeks, as determined by the Division Chief.
4. Activities will comprise approximately 90% clinical FTE, including inpatient service at RWJUH and outpatient practice.
5. Submit clinical charges and patient notes in a timely manner.
6. Contribute 10% of time to scholarly activities, including teaching, research, quality improvement projects, and scientific presentations.
7. Participate in education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows, and in all division activities.
8. Serve on appropriate Department of Medicine and Medical School committees.
9. Attend division and department meetings, grand rounds, and recruitment sessions.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Chief and Department Chairman.
11. Demonstrate teamwork, openness, and a collaborative approach to build trust and strong relationships.

Requirements:

• BE/BC in Rheumatology
• NJ license or eligibility for licensure

Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest and CV to Susan Bethay, Sr. Physician Recruiter, at [e-mail], and Dr. Vivien Hsu, Interim Chief of Rheumatology, at [e-mail].

The anticipated salary range is $240,000 to $250,000 per year. Compensation will depend on education, skills, and experience.

RWJBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity.

About Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick:

Founded in 1884, RWJUH New Brunswick is an academic medical center with Centers of Excellence in cardiovascular care, cancer care, stroke, neuroscience, orthopedics, and women’s and children’s health, including The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital (BMSCH). BMSCH serves as a focal point for New Brunswick’s children’s health campus, offering advanced pediatric care across various specialties. RWJUH is also the flagship cancer hospital of Rutgers Cancer Institute and the principal teaching hospital of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. It features a Level 1 Trauma Center and the first Pediatric Trauma Center in the state. Rutgers University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.