Lead Physician Assistant (FT) Days - ER Physician - Newark, NJ
Job details
- Pay
- $125,000 – $195,000 a year
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Staff / principal
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Last confirmed open
- Oct 29, 2026
About this role
Req #: 0000270759
Category: Physician Assistant
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Emergency Medicine Associates
Department: ER Physician - NBI
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Location:201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112
Job Title: Physician Assistant Lead
Location: Emergency Medicine Associates
Department Name: ER Physician - NBI
Req #: 0000270759
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $125,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
As a pivotal leader within our clinical operations, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Site Director will serve as a cornerstone in enhancing the quality of care, operational efficiency, and professional development at the designated site
This role demands exceptional clinical leadership and mentorship, collaborating closely with APPs and the Medical Director to refine and elevate departmental functions
The APP Site Director will be instrumental in bridging communication between APPs, the physician team, and the corporate office, ensuring that patient satisfaction and productivity metrics are consistently achieved
Essential Functions of the Job:
Tasks:
Monthly EHM Leadership Meeting
Monthly APP Site Director Meetings
Individual Site Department Meetings
Monthly meetings with the ED Director
Monthly communication with APP Regional Director
Responsible APP performance evaluations in conjunction with site director
Staffing, scheduling, and payroll
Administrative Oversight:
Provide robust administrative support, including oversight of scheduling, payroll approvals, and PTO requests
Ensure seamless coordination for Leaves of Absence, Status Changes, and Resignations with Human Resources
Operational Excellence:
Partner with the ED Director on annual APP evaluations and performance-related matters
Drive onboarding processes, conduct exit interviews, and lead recognition projects
Be a part of hospital committees and grow the department within the hospital
Talent Management:
Play a crucial role in hiring, interviewing and ensure timely and effective communication with the recruiting team
Professional Development:
Facilitate ongoing professional development for APPs through mentoring, observation, procedural training, and development and oversight of site-specific onboarding
Educate APPs on appropriate patient documentation
Medical Education:
Support medical education efforts for students and post-graduate fellows, where applicable
Clinical Excellence:
Deliver high-quality primary health care, managing common illnesses and injuries, and providing comprehensive care with an emphasis on early detection and disease prevention
Guidance and Support:
Provide expert guidance on clinical issues, ensuring the highest standard of care and support for Associate Practitioners
Exceptional Communication:
Demonstrate superior communication and interpersonal skills, essential for effective leadership and collaboration
Technical Proficiency:
Skilled in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to support various administrative and reporting functions
Responsiveness:
Exhibit outstanding responsiveness and availability to address any emergent needs or concerns
Advanced Clinical Acumen:
Possess extensive clinical experience and expertise
Board Certification:
Maintain appropriate board certification to ensure compliance with professional standards
Travel:
Willingness to travel to RWJBH offices and sites as required
Additional Information:
RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people.
The system includes eleven acute care hospitals – Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children’s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children’s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state’s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.
We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision plans
- 401 (k)
- PTO
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer