Emergency Department Medical Director – Bayonne Hospital

Bayonne Hospital is seeking a dynamic and experienced Emergency Department Medical Director to lead and oversee both the clinical and administrative functions of the Emergency Department. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished Emergency Medicine physician with leadership skills to make a significant impact in a high-volume, community-focused hospital.

Position Highlights:

• Annual Volume: 22-23K

• Acuity: High, with a focus on levels 1, 2, 3

• Full Specialty Support: Extensive backup from all major medical and surgical specialties, including 24/7 ICU and anesthesia coverage

• Advanced Care: Thrombectomy capable hospital and STEMI center

• EMR: Meditech with Dragon for seamless documentation

Why Bayonne Hospital?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Leadership role in a growing, community-focused hospital

• Access to state-of-the-art medical technology and resources

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the hospital's Emergency Department operations and patient care

If you’re an experienced Emergency Medicine physician with leadership expertise and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership: Provide direct patient care while leading a team of emergency medicine physicians, midlevels, and support staff in delivering high-quality, efficient emergency care.

Administrative Oversight: Manage departmental operations, including staffing, budgeting, performance metrics, and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Quality Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve patient care, reduce wait times, and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards in the Emergency Department.

Collaboration with Hospital Leadership: Work closely with hospital administration, nursing, and other medical directors to align ED operations with hospital-wide goals and strategies.

Professional Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning and development by mentoring and training physicians, residents, and midlevel providers.

Requirements:

Board-certified in Emergency Medicine

Proven experience in emergency department leadership and administration

Strong communication, management, and decision-making skills

Ability to balance clinical responsibilities with administrative duties

Passion for improving patient care and fostering team development