Children’s Specialized Hospital is seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP) in New Brunswick, New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health and Children’s Specialized Hospital, the nation's leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children with special health needs, are seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP), Inpatient Medical Services to join our executive physician leadership team in New Brunswick, NJ. This is a unique leadership opportunity combining strategic vision with hands-on clinical practice (70% clinical, 30% administrative) at one of the most respected pediatric rehabilitation hospitals in the country.

The AVP will guide the continued excellence of our inpatient medical services, balancing high-quality clinical care with administrative leadership focused on operational efficiency, performance improvement, and interdepartmental collaboration.

Position Highlights:

• Key leadership role with oversight of medical team performance, strategy, and quality of care
• Blend of direct patient care and administrative responsibilities (70%/30% split)
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes
• Lead efforts to improve provider workflow, length of stay, and provider efficiency
• Mentor and evaluate physicians and advanced practice providers
• Champion evidence-based care, continuous quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in budget planning, resource allocation, and policy development
• Represent the medical team in executive decision-making and strategic initiatives
• Highly visible leadership opportunity within the RWJBarnabas Health system

Candidate Requirements:

• MD or DO, Board Certified in Pediatrics; experience in critical care or complex care preferred
• NJ medical license or eligibility to obtain one
• AHA BLS and PALS certifications required
• Graduate degree in business, management, or medical management strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in healthcare operations, performance improvement, and physician leadership
• Strong communication skills and a passion for patient-centered care and professional development

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $240,000 to $300,000 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.

If you are interested in learning more about these exciting openings within our system, please contact us directly at Melissa.Fairley@rwjbh.org.

Children’s Specialized Hospital is the nation’s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges — from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health. At 13 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialist’s partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective so each child can reach their full potential. 

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, treating over 3 million patients a year. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals – Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH in New Brunswick and Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children’s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children’s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state’s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and four accountable care organizations. RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s second largest private employer – with more than 32,000 employees, 9,000 physicians and 1,000 residents and interns – and routinely captures national awards for its outstanding quality and safety.

Join RWJBarnabas Health’s commitment to cultivating a team of dynamic and diverse physicians. Our goal is to create an equitable environment in which to work and receive care, to champion a diverse workforce, and to foster an inclusive setting that meets the social, cultural and linguistic needs of the communities we serve state-wide. We welcome and embrace the unique perspectives of our physicians, recognizing that this leads to better patient care, satisfaction and outcomes.