Quality Surgical Officer at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center; NBIMC

Overview

Quality Surgical Officer Opportunity at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center (NBIMC)

RWJBarnabas Health and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center (NBIMC), a regional leader in academic surgical care, are seeking a Quality Surgical Officer to join our team in a transformative leadership role. This department-based physician leader will spearhead quality improvement initiatives, elevate surgical safety and outcomes, and serve as a mentor within our surgical residency program.

Position Overview: The Quality Surgical Officer will support the Chair of Surgery in overseeing and advancing all surgical quality and performance improvement activities within the department. This individual will be accountable for leading data-driven interventions, process improvements, and cultural change to achieve quality and safety goals across the surgical service line.

• Serve as the physician lead for surgical quality and safety at NBIMC
• Partner with hospital leadership to develop and implement performance improvement initiatives
• Participate in and lead quality committees and working groups
• Review and respond to clinical metrics and benchmarks to enhance patient outcomes
• Provide mentorship and leadership to surgical residents and fellows
• Collaborate on the development of a robust quality-related administrative portfolio (0.40 FTE)
• Represent surgical faculty, residents, and students as a model of clinical excellence

• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. (or equivalent)
• Board certification in General Surgery or a surgical subspecialty
• Proven track record in quality improvement and patient safety leadership
• Experience in surgical education and mentorship
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $500,000 to $680,000 per year.

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.

To learn more about this position, please contact Jennifer Sweeney
, Physician Recruiter, directly via e-mail:
Jennifer.

Sweeney

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed qua ternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

Newark Beth Israel is home to one of the nation s 10 largest heart transplant centers, RWJBarnabas Health s Heart Failure Treatment and Transplant Program;
New Jersey s only Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program; and a Valve Center that performs more cardiac valve procedures, including minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVRs), than any other center in the state. Our medical center is home to the most comprehensive robotic surgery center in the state, and we were the first hospital in NJ to establish an accredited sleep disorders center.

The Frederick

B. Cohen, MD, Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and the Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey Breast Health Center provide seamless integration of cancer prevention, specialized care, and treatment options.

Newark Beth Israel is renowned for its many preventive health programs that promote wellness in the community. As part of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest healthcare delivery system in the state, we have access to advanced technology and a variety of medical specialists.

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children s hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.

Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the 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.

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