Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey is seeking a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Medical Director to lead clinical operations within a nationally recognized, 467-bed regional medical center that is part of Atlantic Health System — one of New Jersey's premier healthcare organizations. This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on pediatric emergency practice with meaningful administrative leadership at a facility consistently ranked among America's Best 100 Hospitals by Healthgrades. The role offers a monthly medical director stipend on top of clinical compensation, sign-on bonus, and robust leadership development pathways at both local and national levels.
Perks and Benefits
- Monthly medical director stipend in addition to clinical compensation
- Sign-on bonus provided at hire
- Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to the Summit area
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- CME opportunities through the TeamHealth Institute
- Flexible scheduling designed to support strong work-life balance
- Leadership development support at both local and national levels
Practice Highlights
- Medical Director role combining clinical practice with departmental leadership responsibilities
- Based at Overlook Medical Center, a 467-bed nationally recognized regional medical center
- Ranked among America's Best 100 Hospitals by Healthgrades
- Full-service emergency care department within a comprehensive acute care campus
- Facility features advanced neuroscience care, a Level IV Epilepsy Center, the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, a CyberKnife radiosurgery program, oncology services, and a broad range of specialty services
- Part of Atlantic Health System, one of New Jersey's leading integrated healthcare organizations
- Patient-centered environment with a stated commitment to cutting-edge research and compassionate care
- Leadership development infrastructure at both local and national levels supports the Medical Director in growing administrative and operational skills
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- Completion of a Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellowship or combined training pathway
- Active New Jersey medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Demonstrated clinical leadership experience or strong interest in advancing into a Medical Director role
- Comfort managing the full acuity spectrum of a high-volume regional pediatric emergency department
About the Community
Summit, New Jersey sits in Union County in the heart of the New York metropolitan corridor — offering the lifestyle advantages of a charming, walkable small city with direct NJ Transit rail access to Midtown Manhattan in under an hour. The area is consistently recognized for its top-rated public schools, low crime, and strong sense of community, making it a perennial draw for physician families. Outdoor recreation, upscale dining, and proximity to both the Jersey Shore and the Pocono Mountains round out a quality of life that is difficult to match in the Northeast.