RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Senior Medical Director of Occupational Medicine

RWJBarnabas Health, the largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare system in New Jersey, is actively seeking an experienced, board-certified Occupational Medicine physician to lead our Occupational Health and Employee Health Services as the Senior Medical Director in Lakewood, NJ, home to our Ocean County Hub.

This high-impact leadership opportunity places you at the helm of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team serving RWJBarnabas Health employees and over 500 regional employer partners. We deliver best-in-class occupational medicine services, including injury care, surveillance, pre-employment physicals, DOT exams, and wellness programs - all grounded in regulatory excellence and patient-centered outcomes.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership Opportunity: Influence the strategic direction of a high-volume, high-impact Occupational Health service line across a major healthcare hub.
• Competitive Advantage: Be part of an innovative team in a system known for clinical excellence, with direct access to executive-level collaboration and resources.
• Robust Clinical Practice: Provide evidence-based care, supervise multidisciplinary clinical teams, and oversee MRO, IME, DOT, and surveillance programs.
• Professional Growth: Leadership development, system-wide support, and access to continuing education and certification support.
• Attractive Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday daytime schedule with no nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities.
• Premier Location: Live and work in Lakewood, a growing, family-friendly Ocean County community near Jersey Shore beaches, vibrant shopping, and award-winning dining.

Who Were Looking For:

Were seeking a dynamic, mission-driven physician leader passionate about the value of workplace health, regulatory compliance, and delivering measurable outcomes to both public and private sector clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board Certified in Occupational Medicine (or Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine with Occupational Medicine experience)
• MRO, DOT, and IME certification highly preferred - support will be provided to achieve within designated time frame if not already held
• Leadership experience in an occupational health or employee health setting
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, CDC, DOT, ADA, and Workers Compensation guidelines
• NJ medical license or eligibility

To learn more or apply confidentially, contact:
Susan Bethay, Physician Recruiter
? susan.bethay@rwjbh.org

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $215,000 to 340,000 per year.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills, and professional experience.