Pediatrics - Emergency Medicine Job at TeamHealth in SUMMIT, NJ

Step into leadership as our assistant medical director. TeamHealth has an opportunity for a pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) physician to join our team in Summit, New Jersey. Are you ready to take your PEM career to the next level? We are seeking a fellowship-trained, board certified or board eligible pediatric emergency medicine physician to step into a high-impact leadership role as assistant medical director at Overlook Medical Center.

This is a rare opportunity to work in a dedicated pediatric emergency department (ED) within a nationally acclaimed hospital, while advancing your career in clinical leadership. In this dual-role, you'll share AMD responsibilities across both the adult and pediatric EDs, reporting directly to the chair of emergency medicine (EM) and receiving hands-on mentorship from both the chair and pediatric medical director.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Leadership Growth: Designed for PEM physicians ready to lead and grow, whether you're early in your leadership journey or looking to build on prior experience
• Mentorship andSupport: Direct access to supportive medical leadership with a track record of success
• Community andLifestyle: Live in Summit,one of New Jersey's most desirable towns, offering direct train access to Manhattan, award-winning public schools, and a vibrant, walkable downtown

Opportunity Overview

• Must be board certified/board eligible,fellowship-trained PEM physician
• 1099 independent contractor model with competitive compensation and AMD stipend
• 15,000 annual pediatric ED visits
• 8-bed pediatric ED with 24/7 PEM physician coverage (12-hour shifts: 7a to 7p/7p to 7a)
• 12 hours of advanced practice clinician support daily
• Dedicated pediatric-trained nursing team
• Outstanding subspecialty and pediatric support
• Epic EMR

Competitive compensation with an estimated base salary of $190 to $220 per hour. This role is not benefits eligible.

Take the next step in your leadership journey with TeamHealth. Apply today!

California Applicant Privacy Act: - Leadership stipend
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- CME opportunities through TeamHealth Institute
- Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance
- Relocation assistance available
- Local and national leadership development support