Statewide Associate Medical Director UCHC Administration

Rutgers University; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 421,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care in New Jersey seeks a Statewide Associate Medical Director for UCHC Administration, based in Trenton. The role oversees medical services for inmates, supervises providers, and coordinates clinical matters across sites.

The position requires board certification, NJ medical license with DEA/CDS, and at least seven years of board-certified practice, with strong leadership in a unionized environment. Rutgers offers comprehensive benefits and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Board-certified physician with NJ license (DEA & CDS)
• Seven years of board-certified physician experience
• Strong leadership and teamwork in a unionized setting

Responsibilities

• Assist Medical Director to ensure access to care and clinical quality
• Supervise Supervising Physicians and provide performance reviews
• Provide clinical leadership including evaluations and treatment planning for inmates

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

MD or DO

Board-certified physician

Tools

DEA/CDS license

Job description

Statewide Associate Medical Director UCHC Administration

Recruitment/Posting Title Statewide Associate Medical Director UCHC Administration

Job Category

Department

Department UCHC Administration

Overview

University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.
We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Statewide Medical Director located in Trenton, NJ . The Associate Statewide Medical Director, under the direction of the Statewide Medical Director, is responsible for providing medical services to inmates of the Department of Corrections, which are consistent with community standards of care.

Provides overall clinical and teaching responsibilities for University Correctional HealthCare ( UCHC ) and directly supervises the UCHC Medical Providers. Oversees the provision of clinical service at all the sites. Serves as a liaison for clinical matters with medical providers outside the system and is available to provide on‑call services and on‑site clinical services as may be indicated.

Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs of all inmates/residents, ages 18-65+, and in applying relevant

Duties include:

• Assists the Medical Director in all aspects of the delivery of medical services to ensure access to care andvclinical quality is performed at or above established thresholds.
• Communicates directly with admitting and attending physicians to determine the earliest time when an inmate admitted to the hospital can be transferred to the New Jersey Department of Corrections ( NJDOC ) preferred Hospital and/or return to an infirmary setting within NJDOC .
• Provides direct supervision and direction to Supervising Physicians, to include evaluation, annual performance review, and disciplinary review under the supervision of the Medical Director.
• Provides clinical leadership that includes medical evaluations, treatment planning, and treatmentto inmates within University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 99S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 33235.000

Mid Range Salary

Mid Range Salary 227332.000

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 421428.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 37.50

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description Health Care Professionals

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Board-certified in a specialty area in medicine with a preference in certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, with a valid NJ medical license, including current DEA and CDS Certificates.
• Seven (7) years of experience as a Board‑Certified Physician.
• Outstanding human relations and leadership skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environment required.
• Demonstrated knowledge is necessary to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment.
• Must be eligible for a faculty appointment at the Rutgers University
• Valid Driver’s License. Must possess own vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections ( DOC ) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Posting Number

Posting Number 26ST1129

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City

State

State NJ

Central Administration Offices UCHC , located in Trenton, NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Statewide Associate Medical Director UCHC Administration Job Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Physician Department UCHC Administration Overview University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world

Posting Summary Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Statewide Medical Director located in Trenton, NJ . The Associate Statewide Medical Director, under the direction of the Statewide Medical Director, is responsible for providing medical services to inmates of the Department of Corrections, which are consistent with community standards of care. Provides overall clinical and teaching responsibilities for University Correctional HealthCare ( UCHC ) and directly supervises the UCHC Medical Providers. Oversees the provision of clinical service at all the sites. Serves as a liaison for clinical matters with medical providers outside the system and is available to provide on‑call services and on‑site clinical services as may be indicated. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs of all inmates/residents, ages 18-65+, and in applying relevant

Duties include:

• Assists the Medical Director in all aspects of the delivery of medical services to ensure access to care andvclinical quality is performed at or above established thresholds.
• Communicates directly with admitting and attending physicians to determine the earliest time when an inmate admitted to the hospital can be transferred to the New Jersey Department of Corrections ( NJDOC ) preferred Hospital and/or return to an infirmary setting within NJDOC .
• Provides direct supervision and direction to Supervising Physicians, to include evaluation, annual performance review, and disciplinary review under the supervision of the Medical Director.
• Provides clinical leadership that includes medical evaluations, treatment planning, and treatmentto inmates within University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC

FLSA

Exempt Grade 99S

Salary Details Minimum Salary 33235.000 Mid Range Salary 227332.000 Maximum Salary 421428.000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage, Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs, Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options, Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable), Life insurance coverage, Employee discount programs

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours 37.50

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description Health Care Professionals

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• * Are you Board-certified in a specialty area in medicine with a preference in certification in Internal Medicine or FamilyMedicine?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid NJ Medical License along with CDS and DEA?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have seven (7) years of experience as a Board-Certified Physician?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have outstanding human relations and leadership skills, and the ability to function in a team environment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have demonstrated knowledge of superior performance in a unionized environment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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