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Infectious Diseases, Infectious Disease Physician New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health

Lakewood, NJ • On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


RWJBarnabas Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 331 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

233rd of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Infectious Disease Physician New Jersey

About Opportunity

Seeking a full time Infectious disease position with a well-established private practice in Central New Jersey. Affiliated primarily with Community Medical Center, Toms River, the position is in-patient focused with a selective out-patient schedule (No nursing homes). The practice offers an extremely flexible schedule, allowing this person to choose their own hours.

We welcome you to join a dynamic, forward-thinking Infectious Disease practice embedded within a vibrant 500+ bed multi-specialty teaching hospital in New Jersey where clinical excellence meets community impact and academic engagement

About Practice

  • Young, enthusiastic, and collaborative ID physician group
  • Deeply involved in community-based infectious diseases
  • Integral part of hospital residency training programs
  • Elective rotations for residents in ID
  • Mentorship: guiding residents and fellows in writing case reports, abstracts, and presentations
  • Supportive, collegial culture with strong leadership

Candidate Requirements

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Infectious Diseases
  • Passion for teaching and academic medicine
  • Community-minded with strong interpersonal skills
  • Eager to grow within an upwardly mobile practice
  • Interest in mentoring the next generation of physicians
  • Interest in infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship
  • Strong clinical acumen and evidence-based practice
  • Team player with entrepreneurial spirit

Duties & Responsibilities

Clinical (Inpatient Primary Focus)

  • Provide inpatient infectious disease consultations at the affiliated 500+ bed teaching hospital for a wide range of complex infectious diseases.
  • Collaborate with hospitalists, surgeons, intensivists, and other specialists to guide diagnosis and management of infectious disease cases
  • Interpret and recommend appropriate use of microbiological, serological, and molecular diagnostic studies
  • Lead antibiotic stewardship initiatives in collaboration with pharmacy and hospital administration
  • Participate in infection prevention and control activities within the hospital
  • Manage HIV/AIDS and other complex immunocompromised patients in the inpatient setting

Clinical (Outpatient Limited)

  • Conduct weekly outpatient clinic session for follow-up and infectious disease conditions

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base salary range for this position if hired to work is $150,000 to $175,000 per year. The total compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills, and professional experience.

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Vacation & PTO (2 weeks vacation + 1 week CME/conference time)
  • Malpractice coverage (fully covered)
  • CME allowance
  • Hospital privileges and annual hospital dues covered by practice
  • 1-in-4 weekend call schedule
  • 3-year contract with 15% raise or RVU-based compensation review at renewal
  • Partnership track is available after 5 years of service
  • Visa sponsorship available: J-1 Waiver and H-1B considered on a case-by-case basis

An Exceptional Place to Live & Work

Located in a family-friendly, low-crime community in New Jersey minutes from beautiful beaches and family entertainment. Served by highly rated public schools. Enjoy the best of both worlds: a relaxed, safe suburban lifestyle with effortless access to two world-class cities. Approximately 1 hour to Philadelphia and 1 hour 15 minutes to New York City. Parks, cultural venues, and outdoor activities are all within easy reach.

 

How to Apply

Serious candidates only. We look forward to hearing from driven, passionate ID physicians ready to join our growing team. Please send your CV and a cover letter to:

u.infectiousdiseases@gmail.com

Confidentiality assured.


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About RWJBarnabas Health

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015