Director, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery & Dermatology in New Brunswick, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Director

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department Name: Dermatology and Plastic Sur SL

Req #: 0000253317

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $144,475.00 - $209,500.00 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.

Setting the Stage
At RWJBarnabas Health, we're building the future of academic medicine by bringing together exceptional clinical care, physician leadership, education, and innovation. We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Director of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery & Dermatology to lead operational growth across one of our most dynamic specialty service lines. In this highly visible leadership role, you'll partner with physicians, academic leaders, hospital executives, and Medical Group leadership to drive strategic initiatives, expand clinical programs, improve patient access, and support the continued growth of Plastic Surgery and Dermatology throughout the RWJBarnabas Health system. If you're passionate about building programs, leading change, and improving the delivery of specialty care, we'd love to hear from you.

A Typical Day
As the Director, you will serve as the operational leader responsible for advancing the strategic vision of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and Dermatology across the health system. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading strategic planning initiatives that support clinical growth, physician recruitment, and program development.
• Partnering with physician leaders, department chairs, hospital leadership, and Medical Group executives to execute system-wide initiatives.
• Identifying opportunities to expand services, improve patient access, and enhance operational performance.
• Developing and monitoring annual operating budgets while ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Collaborating with academic departments to support education, research, and faculty development.
• Leading initiatives focused on quality, patient experience, physician engagement, and clinical outcomes.
• Supporting designation, accreditation, and national ranking initiatives, including opportunities to strengthen RWJBarnabas Health's academic reputation.
• Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to grow market presence and community partnerships.
• Using operational and market data to develop strategic business plans and identify opportunities for continued growth.

This Role Might Be For You If...

• You enjoy partnering with physicians and executive leaders to solve complex operational challenges.
• You thrive in fast-paced academic healthcare environments where strategy and execution go hand in hand.
• You have successfully led multidisciplinary initiatives that improve patient care and organizational performance.
• You enjoy identifying opportunities for growth and transforming ideas into sustainable programs.
• You are comfortable balancing financial stewardship with operational excellence.
• You naturally build collaborative relationships across departments while influencing without direct authority.
• You are energized by innovation, continuous improvement, and advancing academic medicine.

To Be Considered
Qualified candidates will possess:

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare administration, strategic planning, project management, or physician practice operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale operational initiatives within an academic medical center or complex healthcare environment preferred.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, operational analytics, and business planning.
• Experience working collaboratively with physicians, executive leadership, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and executive presentation skills.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change, manage competing priorities, and deliver measurable results.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into strategic decisions.

Why RWJBarnabas Health
At RWJBarnabas Health, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of specialty care within New Jersey's largest academic health system. You'll collaborate with nationally recognized physicians and executive leaders while making a meaningful impact on patient care, physician engagement, education, research, and the continued growth of our Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and Dermatology programs.