System Director, Physician Advisor Program

System Director, Physician Advisor Program

Reports To : Chief of Hospitalist Medicine

Location : System-Level Position (serving all 12 acute care hospitals within RWJBH)

Position Summary :

The System Director, Physician Advisor Program provides strategic and operational leadership for RWJBH’s Physician Advisor services across all 12 hospitals. This position will form a collaborative partnership with local and corporate administration, medical staff, case management, and other key stakeholders to advance a comprehensive Clinical Resource Management Program, encompassing utilization management, progression of care, social work services, and complex discharge planning.

The System Physician Advisor Director serves as a key clinical leader who ensures efficient and appropriate use of healthcare resources while promoting quality patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility across the system.

Key Responsibilities :

Program Leadership & Strategy

• Develop, implement, and oversee a system-wide Physician Advisor Program that aligns with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
• Partner with hospital leadership, physician advisors, and corporate administration to standardize best practices in utilization management and care progression.
• Provide system-level leadership for continuous improvement initiatives in care coordination, throughput, and discharge efficiency.
• Monitor and analyze system performance metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement in length of stay, denials, and avoidable days.

Clinical Resource Management

Education & Physician Engagement

Operational Excellence & Reporting

Compensation :

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $350,000 to $450,000 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 :

To learn about this and other positions, please contact Alexander Basil, Physician Recruiter at RWJBarnabas Health directly via e-mail alexander.basil@rwjbh.org

Compensation Information :

$350000.00 / Annually - $450000.00 / Annually