Posted 12 August, 2026
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Medical Director in Summit, NJ
TeamHealth Corporate
Summit, NJ, US
Full Time
Job Description
TeamHealth is seeking a visionary, board-certified pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) physician to serve as medical director at the Overlook Medical Center Pediatric Emergency Department in Summit, New Jersey.
\n A 467-bed, nationally recognized facility, Overlook is part of the Atlantic Health System. With a dedicated pediatric connection to Goryeb Children's Hospital in Morristown, Overlook offers robust support and seamless care to more than 100 pediatric specialists. This is a rare leadership opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing pediatric ED within a nationally acclaimed health system, working under the chairman of the ED.
Why Join Us?
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- Leadership and impact: Take ownership of program development, mentoring, and clinical leadership \n
- Supportive environment: Collaborate with experienced emergency medicine leaders and a dedicated pediatric care team \n
- Career advancement: Step into a prominent leadership role with access to national resources, mentorship, and development programs \n
Opportunity Overview\n
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- 15,000 annual pediatric ED visits \n
- 8-bed dedicated pediatric ED \n
- 24/7 physician coverage (12-hour shifts: 7a-7p/7p-7a) \n
- 12 hours of advanced practice clinician support daily \n
- Pediatric-trained nursing team \n
- Full pediatric and specialty support \n
- EPIC EMR \n
- 24/7 NICU and anesthesia support \n
- Pediatric hospitalist program \n
- Academic affiliation with Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA \n
- Competitive compensation with an estimated base salary of $190 to $220 per hour; this role is not benefits eligible \n
Qualifications\n
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- Board certified in emergency medicine (ABEM/AOBEM) or pediatrics (ABP) \n
- Specialty certification in pediatric emergency medicine \n
- PEM fellowship trained \n
- Demonstrated leadership experience or committee experience \n
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills \n
- Commitment to clinical excellence, patient care, operations and education \n
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\n- Monthly medical director stipend\n
\n- Sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team\n
\n- Relocation assistance available\n
\n- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage\n
\n- CME opportunities through TeamHealth Institute\n
\n- Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance\n
\n- Leadership development support at local and national levels\n
