Chair, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - RWJBarnabas Health

Chair, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - RWJBarnabas Health

Monmouth Medical Center | Long Branch, New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an accomplished physician leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Monmouth Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic medical center and one of New Jersey’s premier destinations for women’s healthcare. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to guide a highly respected department performing approximately 6,000 births annually while advancing clinical excellence, physician engagement, program growth, and innovation across the full spectrum of women’s health services.

The Chair will provide strategic, operational, clinical, and administrative leadership for the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and will play a critical role in shaping the future of women’s healthcare throughout the region. This leader will partner closely with hospital and system leadership to expand access, strengthen subspecialty services, recruit and retain top talent, and further elevate Monmouth Medical Center as a destination program for comprehensive obstetrical and gynecologic care.

Position Highlights

• Lead one of New Jersey’s premier Women's Health programs with approximately 6,000 deliveries annually
• Oversee a comprehensive department that includes general OB/GYN and a growing network of subspecialty services
• Opportunity to build upon a well-established program supported by advanced maternal-fetal medicine services, NICU capabilities, and state-of-the-art technology
• Approximately 50% clinical and 50% administrative responsibilities
• Collaborate with executive leadership to drive strategic growth initiatives and enhance patient care across the region
• Join New Jersey’s largest integrated academic healthcare system

Candidate Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Minimum of ten (10) years of leadership experience within a hospital or healthcare organization providing comparable levels of obstetrical and gynecologic care
• Demonstrated success leading physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams within a complex healthcare system
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey (NJ licensure required upon hire)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with a collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Experience within an academic or teaching environment is preferred, but not required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall strategic, operational, clinical, and administrative leadership for the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Partner with hospital and system leadership to further grow and continue Monmouth Medical Center's reputation as a leader in women's healthcare
• Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing physicians and advanced practice providers while fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Advance quality, safety, patient experience, and operational performance initiatives throughout the department
• Lead physician recruitment, retention, research, succession planning, and faculty development efforts
• Expand and strengthen both general OB/GYN and subspecialty programs to meet the evolving needs of the community
• Promote collaboration across departments, service lines, and academic partners to support clinical, educational, and strategic objectives
• Serve as a visible and engaged leader who fosters strong relationships with physicians, staff, patients, and community stakeholders

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $450,000 to $550,000 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.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are requested to submit a letter of interest and a CV to: Kendra Scott, Physician Recruiter, at Kendra.Scott@rwjbh.org. 

Monmouth Medical Center (MMC), located in Long Branch, New Jersey, is an RWJBarnabas
Health facility and includes The Unterberg Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center. MMC is an academic medical center with a long-standing commitment to medical student education and GME programs in surgery and other disciplines. A 513 bed facility, Monmouth Medical Center is one of New Jersey's largest academic medical centers and has been a leader in surgical advancement.  MMC surgeons have introduced many technological firsts to the region, including pioneering robotic surgical procedures in both general and orthopedic surgery, and other minimally invasive techniques.

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.

Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state’s largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.

The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers’ education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.