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Geriatrician - Center for Memory Loss and Brain Health

Hackensack University Medical Center

Hackensack, New Jersey

Join Hackensack Meridian Health as a Geriatrician at our renowned Center for Memory Loss and Brain Health in Hackensack, New Jersey. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead innovative dementia care, advance research, and shape future physicians through education—all within a collaborative, world-class healthcare network.

What You’ll Do

• Spearhead clinical care, research, and education at the Dementia Center, driving excellence in brain health.
• Participate in the innovative “GUIDE” model for dementia care delivery.
• Provide expert consultative care for patients with dementia and cognitive impairments in an outpatient setting.
• Develop and refine care protocols to optimize patient outcomes and experience.
• Mentor and educate medical students, residents, and fellows, with opportunities to build curricula.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of specialists and support staff in a collaborative environment.

What We Offer

• A faculty appointment at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
• A supportive culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources to advance your work.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical or osteopathic school.
• Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine from a recognized program.
• Board certification or eligibility in Geriatrics.
• Eligibility for NJ Medical License, DEA, and CDS license.
• Expertise in dementia management, cognitive assessments, and geriatric care; academic or research experience is a plus.

Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:

Nancy Massa, Physician Recruiter

Email:

Phone: 732-890-9339 (Call or Text)

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $207,199. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization.

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.

Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Geneticist

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital

Hackensack University Medical Center

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is seeking board certified / board eligible geneticists to join our multidisciplinary team in Hackensack, New Jersey, at the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital, ranked the #1 Children’s Hospital in New Jersey. Our program is one of the largest and most advanced of its kind in the state. Our team of board certified geneticists and licensed genetic counselors sees patients of all ages, providing support and education throughout multiple HMH network hospitals. HMH serves as a referral screening center for the NJ newborn screening program and offers a comprehensive metabolic program.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Join a dynamic network of experienced physicians, genetic counselors, dietitian, and support staff who foster a culture of collaboration and mentorship with strong clinical support
• Collaborate with a network of specialists throughout the state of New Jersey
• Be part of the #1 Children's Hospital in New Jersey
• Eligibility for faculty appointment to the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
• Opportunity to conduct clinical research
• Monday through Friday, schedule, with call split evenly across providers

REQUIREMENTS:

• M.D./D.O. degree from a recognized Medical or Osteopathic School
• BC/BE in appropriate specialty board
• Have or the ability to obtain a New Jersey Medical License

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $137,241. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization.

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.

Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:

Nancy Massa

Physician Recruiter

Email:

Phone: 732-890-9339

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Nephrology Transplant Physician Scientist to join our prestigious Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) and the Division of Organ Transplantation at Hackensack University Medical Center. This unique dual-role position combines cutting-edge basic and translational transplant/immunology research with clinical excellence in nephrology, caring for pre- and post-renal transplant patients and living kidney donors. The physician scientist will serve as a key member of our multidisciplinary transplant team alongside physicians, coordinators, administrators, and specialized support staff.

Scientific Responsibilities – Assistant Member, HMH Center for Discovery & Innovation

• Conduct impactful basic or translational research in transplant/immunology.
• Pursue grant funding and philanthropic support to sustain laboratory operations.
• Lead and oversee laboratory processes, research staff, budgeting, and financial management.
• Establish strategic research goals aligned with the clinical goals of the Division of Organ Transplantation.
• Hold regular oversight meetings with the Chief Scientific Officer and Director of Transplantation.
• Develop and implement laboratory policies, procedures, and personnel decisions.
• Mentor and evaluate lab staff performance.
• Participate in professional activities, including consulting, editorial work, training, study sections, seminars, and national/international conferences.

Clinical Responsibilities – Attending Nephrologist, Division of Organ Transplantation

• Evaluate potential living donor and transplant recipient candidates.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for pre- and post-transplant donors and recipients.
• Teach fellows, residents, nurses, students, and multidisciplinary staff.
• Collaborate to ensure full compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Participate in policy development, research initiatives, and departmental protocols.
• Serve as a resource and representative for organ donation and transplantation at institutional and community events.
• Engage regularly with hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.

Education & Experience:

• MD or equivalent foreign degree.
• Completion of an Internal Medicine Residency and Transplant Fellowship
• Consideration for applicants with strong transplant experience during/after a Nephrology Fellowship.
• Minimum 3 years in a funded research program.
• Demonstrated success securing NIH and/or foundation funding.
• Peer-review experience (manuscripts, grants, editorial boards, or review committees).
• Minimum of 15 scientific publications, with majority as first or last author.

Licensure & Certification:

• Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Nephrology.
• Eligible for New Jersey Medical License.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:

Nancy Massa, Physician Recruiter

Email:

Phone: 732-890-9339 (Call or Text)

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $316,154. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a dedicated, talented and fellowship trained gastroenterologist to join our team at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, New Jersey as the ‘Director of the Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) at JSUMC’. Successful candidates will have a passion for clinical and academic excellence and a commitment to outstanding patient care.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Signing bonus & relocation assistance
• Quality Incentive
• Excellent benefits including: health, dental, prescription, and vision plans
• Retirement plan with company matching
• Comprehensive malpractice policy
• Non-profit health system eligible for federal student loan forgiveness
• Annual CME Allowance
• Academic Opportunities at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Fully staffed inpatient GI team - no holiday, weekend, or overnight inpatient call
• Lead and build a team in diagnosing and treating patients with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD).
• Join a dynamic network of experienced physicians, specialists, and support staff who foster a culture of collaboration with strong clinical support.
• Eligibility for faculty appointment to the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
• Opportunity to be involved with Medical Students, Residents and Fellows.

REQUIREMENTS:

• M.D./D.O. degree from a recognized Medical or Osteopathic School
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology
• Obtain or the ability to obtain a New Jersey Medical License
• Hackensack Meridian Health will support H1B Visas

Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:

Carol A. Petite, B.S., M.T., AAPPR

Corporate Physician Recruiter

Email:

Phone: 732-673-5000

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $395,755. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization.

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.

Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes. This position focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. This position directs and oversees the care provided by other caregivers through delegation, validation, evaluation, and coordination. This position effectively coordinates patient care/unit activities among nursing peers, physicians and support services.

A day in the life of a Registered Nurse at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• A Registered Nurse at Hackensack Meridian Health involves the delivery of nursing practices according to the most up-to-date evidence-based research, nursing policies, and standards of care, to provide and ensure safe and excellent delivery of individualized patient care. A day in the life of a Registered Nurse includes: Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation
• Assessment
  •  Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or the situation. 
  • Performs age and disease specific assessment / data collection independently in a systematic manner focusing on physiologic, psychological and cognitive status.
  • Recognizes clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status. 
  • Identifies variables in patient/family education needs based on age, disease, and culturally specific learning differences.
• Plan
  • Develops a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions to attain expected outcomes.
  • Formulates age and disease specific patient / family centered goals / outcomes based on assessment data.
  • Develops and coordinates a plan of care which is patient / family focused, prioritized and encompasses the continuum of care.
• Implementation 
  • Communicates, coordinates, and implements the plan of care.
  • Provides ongoing communication with patient / family, nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team regarding patient's status, rendered care and treatment plans.
  • Implements age and disease specific care in an organized and timely manner. 
  • Provides or coordinates the patient / family education as needed and ensures understanding.
  • Performs according to established protocols in clinical situations, including communicating with appropriate persons and documenting events.
  • Provides nursing care and treatments that reflect the patients' needs, advocates appropriately and demonstrates evidence-based nursing practice and compliance with standards.
  • Performs continuous Point-of-Care electronic documentation of each individual patient's assessments, plan-of-care, interventions and evaluation of rendered care.
  • Medication administration utilizing the newest advancements in bar-scanning and documentation technologies designed to ensure the safest delivery of medications to our patients.
  • Multi-disciplinary discharging of patients to ensure safe transitioning and continuum of care.
• Evaluation
  • Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills based on nursing knowledge to achieve desired patient outcomes. 
  • Initiates interventions related to patient's change in condition and unexpected response to care.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Identifies ethical issues in the practice setting and brings them to the attention of other team members.
  • Recognizes and responds to opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction. 
  • Must acquire and maintain competencies, certifications and continuing education in order to meet any facility accreditation or individual licensing requirements. 
  • Adheres to American Nurses Association Code for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.
  • Lifts a minimum of 35 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 10 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day. 
  • Adheres to HMH's Organizational and Managerial competencies and standards of behavior.
  • Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire. (Note this applies to team members hired on or after November 2019).
• Must have six (6) or more months of relevant nursing experience OR must be an active participant with Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program. 
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• National Certification in area of specialty preferred when eligible.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification is required within 60 days of hire. 

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

We invite you to listen to a message from our CNO who shares what it's like to be part of Team HMH at Jersey Shore University Medical Center:

A day in the life of a Registered Nurse at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Delivery of nursing practices according to the most up-to-date evidence-based research, nursing policies, and standards of care, to provide and ensure safe and excellent delivery of individualized patient care.
• Ongoing communication with patients, nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team regarding patient's status, rendered care and treatment plans.
• Medication administration utilizing the newest advancements in bar-scanning and documentation technologies designed to ensure the safest delivery of medications to our patients.
• Ongoing Point-of-Care electronic documentation of each individual patient's assessments, plan-of-care, interventions and evaluation of rendered care.
• Patient and family centered education aimed at optimizing health, wellness and disease management.
• Multi-disciplinary discharging of patients to ensure safe transitioning and continuum of care.

• Current and valid New Jersey Nursing license is required
• BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association is required within 60 days of hire
• Must have a minimum of 6 months of nursing experience or be an active participant in the Hackensack Meridian Health Nurse Residency program
• OR nursing experience preferred
• National certification preferred
• BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire
• Motivated team member responsible for scrubbing and circulating on variety of surgical cases in busy OR department.
• Must be self-starter who works well independently.
• Time management and prioritizing skills a must. Ability to multi task.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases to lead our dynamic team at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC), a major academic tertiary care hospital within our integrated health network. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished, forward-thinking physician leader with a passion for patient care, education, and academic excellence.

Position Overview

• Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Medicine, the Chief will oversee a team of full-time, part-time, and voluntary faculty physicians providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient infectious disease care. The Division offers a broad spectrum of services, including general and transplant infectious disease management, and collaborates closely with the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and the Hackensack Meridian Health Research Institute.
• This position combines clinical practice, leadership, teaching, research, and program development. The ideal candidate will be an engaging leader committed to fostering clinical excellence, advancing academic medicine, and mentoring the next generation of physicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Division of Infectious Diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Expand and enhance clinical services, including growth of faculty practice and off-site locations.
• Maintain a financially viable program while advancing the Division’s clinical and scientific standing.
• Oversee all teaching activities related to medical students, residents, and continuing medical education, including bedside training, didactic sessions, and conference development.
• Mentor and support the career growth of junior faculty members.
• Ensure high-quality, patient-centered care across all inpatient, outpatient, and faculty practice environments.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership to align the Division’s strategic goals with departmental and organizational objectives.
• Foster research and scholarly activity within the Division.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree with board certification in Infectious Diseases.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of New Jersey.
• Demonstrated record of clinical excellence, teaching, and leadership in an academic medical setting.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and mentor faculty.
• Strong commitment to advancing education, research, and patient care

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration please contact:

Carol A. Petite, B.S., M.T., AAPPR

Corporate Physician Recruiter

Email:

Phone: 732-673-5000

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $227,806. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Manager of Patient Safety and Quality acts in conjunction with the Director of Patient Safety & Quality to provide leadership for quality & safety improvement initiatives. Collaborates with Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) initiative-focused groups, clinical transformation services and quality councils to achieve transformational and sustainable outcome improvements using project/program management, process and system mapping, reliability science data driven strategies, evidence based best practices and quality improvement strategies. Provides ongoing support, instruction, and leadership to meet and exceed all accreditation standards, and to ensure ongoing readiness for accreditation throughout all accredited programs. Works with the Director Patient Safety and Quality to respond to and coordinate investigation by the Joint Commission, Department of Health (DOH) and other external regulatory agencies.

A day in the life of a Manager of Patient Safety and Quality at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Orient and mentor new Department of Patient Safety and Quality team members. Provides feedback to Director of Patient Safety and Quality on team member performance evaluations
• Provide expert knowledge, leadership and mentoring in patient safety & quality initiatives utilizing safety and high reliability science.
• Monitor standards of practice to ensure compliance with codes of internal and external regulatory and accrediting agencies including: a. The Joint Commission b. NJ State and Federal Codes (i.e.: DOH, OSHA) c. Professional review organizations
• Chair organizational level committees/councils (i.e. Regulatory Steering Committee, Performance Improvement Committee).
• Facilitates/coordinates regulatory activities throughout all accredited programs.Collaborates with staff, physicians, and administration to ensure successful regulatory surveys.
• Facilitate patient safety and environment of care rounds with interprofessional collaboration with utilization of the Joint Commission AMP monitoring tool.
• Lead onsite regulatory surveys to respond to and coordinate investigation by the Joint Commission, DOH and other external regulatory agencies.
• Develops and implements hospital wide training to maintain compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory standards.
• Facilitate and lead highly functioning teams organized around quality & safety initiatives.
• Identify improvement priorities specific to each HMH initiative-focused improvement work, clinical transformation service, or quality council based on evidence based practice, taking into consideration regulatory requirements and accrediting agencies such as CMS, Pay for Performance, The State of New Jersey Department of Health, and The Joint Commission.
• Bring safety and quality events, concerns and needs to the local morning safety huddle.
• Encourage event reporting and transparency related to events, concerns, needs, processes to identify precursor and safety events.
• Identify & implement data driven strategies to ensure team's success.
• Utilize the Quality dashboards to drive improvements by the HMH initiative-focused improvement work, clinical transformation service, or quality council.
• Strategize with personnel at all levels to develop and coordinate patient safety programs.
• Create and maintain timely and thorough progress reports that include key driver diagrams, run charts, Agile methods and PDSA testing documentation.
• Engage all levels of caregivers and staff in advancing patient safety through HRO training, quality initiatives addressing small wins and when designing system improvement.
• Develop metrics and report key quality & safety metrics to accurately demonstrate improvement in safety & quality across the medical center and network.
• Provide timely, actionable feedback and reports to clinical, administrative and support staff on all safety & quality initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate referral and follow up for events including escalation for regulatory reporting. Increase transparency, reinforce high reliability and advance the safety culture by participating in and facilitating safety huddles, patient safety activities, just culture reinforcement and shared learning. Facilitate the NPSF RCA-2 process as needed.
• Effective trend analysis of performance data with comparison over time to internal and external benchmarks to identify improvement opportunities, and progress.
• Attend root cause analysis meetings as specific to HMH initiative-focused group, clinical transformation service, or quality council focus area.
• Direct patient and team member safety by identification of actual or potential safety issues. Advance & enhance professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional networking opportunities to maintain and extend expertise.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare or health science field or other relevant area of study.
• Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in healthcare quality, patient safety, and regulatory.
• Performance Improvement experience.
• Understanding of the Joint Commission and regulatory standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Master's degree in nursing, health care or health science.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified Professional in Patient Safety.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Radiology Technologist performs general x-ray procedures consistent with industry standards, regulations and Meridian policy, under the direction of the Physician.

In this role, you will need to be able to work in either Edison, NJ or Old Bridge, NJ.

A day in the life of a Radiology Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Communication: Explains procedures to patients to inform and alleviate potential anxiety and to minimize need for additional exposure. Informs patients of follow up instructions as required. All information relayed to patients is clearly and accurately documented in the charts.
• Compliance: Consistently complies with CLIA, OSHA, and other state/government regulatory standards/ requirements and agencies. Refers regularly to the POL Policy Manual. Maintains records or logs as required by regulatory agencies.
• Customer Service: Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. Smiles, making patients/visitors feel welcome and important; makes direct eye contact; responds promptly to patients' needs; monitors radiology schedule or requests and works to ensure full patient satisfaction.
• Documentation: Reviews chart in advance of patient intake. Completes all required documentation according to standards established by the physician, in an accurate, legible and timely manner, and enters the date of service using MM/DD/YYYY format; Signs and dates all charts within a timely manner.
• Equipment Maintenance: Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot equipment. Maintains radiology equipment by performing scheduled cleanings/tests and documents results. Acts quickly and responsibly to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Financial Responsibilities: Performs x-rays in a manner that minimizes costly errors or need for utilization of additional supplies.. Ensures that equipment is serviced on time.
• Inventory Management: Monitors work area, supply inventory and equipment. Notifies Practice Manager, or designee, when supplies are low. Assists with unpacking, storing, and/or distribution of supplies upon delivery.
• Patient Satisfaction: Promotes patient satisfaction by providing excellent service by interacting in a friendly, helpful manner. Communicates potential patient satisfaction issues to the practice manager. Keeps informed regarding the practice's performance on patient satisfaction.
• Post Scan Procedures: Develops films of acceptable quality with minimum retakes. Completes proper forms and documents findings for physician review. Enters all required information into the database. Prints reports and distributes as per practice policy.
• Pre-Procedure Responsibilities: Obtains required demographic information from patient and verifies insurance coverage prior to initiating procedure. Completes pertinent patient history and accurately records data into medical record and/or radiology equipment.
• Radiology Procedures: Verifies the identity of the patient by asking the patient's full name and date of birth, which should be compared to the physician order. Assists the patient on and off the x-ray table as needed and assesses the immediate environment for potential safety concerns.
• May be involved in rooming patients including taking vitals and documentation in EPIC.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Completion of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• BLS certification.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• NJ Registered Radiological Technologist License.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!      

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

This position is responsible for the evaluation of persons having hearing/balance disorders, for providing aural rehabilitation and other duties as assigned. In addition, knowledge in vestibular and electrophysiologic assessment is necessary. The incumbent also performs other professional duties and participates in department/facility initiatives based on needs and opportunity.

A day in the life of an Audiologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

1. Evaluates patients according to department policies/procedures and follows standards of practice. Exhibits knowledge and understanding of patients' diagnoses. Integrates and synthesizes test results, behavioral observations, and information obtained from history to develop diagnostic impressions and make recommendations. Selects and interprets electrophysiologic tests: ABR, VENG, CDP, VEP, Rotary Chair, Otoacoustic Emissions, Electrocochleography, VEMP. Selects, administers and interprets tests of auditory function/processing. Administers appropriate tests and measurements accurately and efficiently based on script/orders. Selects and interprets behavioral diagnostic tests of auditory sensitivity using frequency-specific stimuli. Selects and interprets acoustic immitance tests and audiometric speech tests.
2. Actively involved in patient/family participation in establishing goals, following standards of practice. Makes modifications as part of the treatment protocol. Validates and verifies fitting, orients patient and/or family, with personal amplification and listening systems, discusses communication strategies, and provides post-fitting counseling. Plans and implements aural habilitation/rehabilitation programs. Takes earmold impression and selects earmold, personal amplification, and/or assistive listening devices post evaluation.
3. Documentation is in accordance with policies and procedures. Communicates changes in treatment plans and follows procedures to obtain approvals as indicated.
4. Records charges based on services provided with supporting documentation. Follows department guideline for productivity.
5. Utilizes equipment effectively to complete the evaluation process. Communicates any equipment issue to responsible personnel. Handles equipment with care leaving the test site in order for the next evaluation.
6. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
7. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Master or Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Audiology.
2. Entry level considered based on staffing ratios
3. Computer skills: word, excel, powerpoint

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. Audiology License. 
2. Certificate of Clinical Competence - Audiology.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

1. Hearing Aid Dispensary License.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Medical Receptionsit provides reception and clerical services under the supervision of the practice manager and physician(s) for the patients and visitors of the practice. These services may include billing, collections, referrals, appointments, patient contact, and general secretarial duties. Must be willing to travel within 30 minutes of your home, and float to various locations.

This is a fast paced Primary Care practice!

Hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with extended hours if needed.

We have 34 staff members and 8 doctors plus 2 that rotate in as satellite locations

**We have a very high call volume and need someone to spend most of their time on phone triage, with cross coverage to check in desk when needed.

A day in the life of a Medical Receptionsit at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Receives and directs all communication courteously and consistently. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines and office policy. Phone calls are answered quickly and directed appropriately.
• Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. Conducts oneself in a friendly manner, by smiling, making direct eye contact and making patients and visitors feel welcome and important.
• Assists patients with the sign in process. Responds promptly to patient's needs.
• Supports financial responsibilities, including: staying abreast of reimbursement and billing procedures, accurately verifies information on Audit Journal, prepares bank deposits and credit card batches and signs and dates completed daily cash receipts.
• Monitors general office supply inventory and equipment, including working with Team Members to determine their supply needs. Notifies Practice Manager, or designee, when supplies are low and initiates ordering of needed supplies and equipment.
• Manages patient check-in process. Consistently and courteously obtains and verifies required demographic information (date stamp and/or copy insurance card). Collects copayment and any applicable balances; Verifies insurance eligibility; Ensures appropriate referrals are obtained (specialty offices); Ensures patient completes appropriate paperwork including but not limited to face sheet, ABN, and HIPAA forms; Accurately enters patient demographic information in billing/computer system.
• Manages patient check-out process, ensuring the process is completed accurately and timely and in a friendly manner. Check-out process includes, but not limited to, reviewing charge slip, posting charges and payments into system, collecting current and past due balance(s), scheduling future appointment(s).
• Promotes patient satisfaction by providing excellent service through friendly and helpful interactions with patients and visitors. Communicates potential patient satisfaction issues to direct manager.
• Maintains efficient and accurate filing and record maintenance system.
• Assembles new patient folders. Retrieves and returns records according to protocol.
• Adapts work schedule to meet the needs of the practice. Works additional hours as requested to maintain adequate coverage for the practice. Willing to cross cover when necessary. Clocks in at designated start time. Managers time effectively to prevent unapproved OT.
• Serves as a pre-loader for our EMR system.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education, and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.
• Must be able to travel to various locations.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Prior receptionist or clerical experience in a medical office
• Epic experience

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• CPR certification

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a dynamic Board Certified/Board Eligible Infectious Disease physician to serve as the founding Director of the new Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Infectious Disease Program at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. This is a unique leadership opportunity to build, develop, and lead a premier BMT ID service from the ground up, establishing clinical protocols, growing a dedicated team, and shaping the future of immunocompromised host care at a leading academic medical center. The role combines this primary focus on program development with clinical responsibilities in general infectious disease, offering a diverse and impactful practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of the new BMT Infectious Disease program, including creating clinical guidelines, patient care pathways, and quality metrics in coordination with the BMT and Leukemia teams
• Collaborate with ID pharmacists on antibiotic stewardship initiatives
• Provide expert consultation and direct clinical care for patients within the new Leukemia and BMT service
• Maintain a clinical practice in general infectious disease, including management of patients in medical, surgical/trauma, and other specialty areas

Opportunity Highlights

• Join a dynamic network of experienced physicians, specialists and other team members who foster a culture of collaboration and mentorship in addition to strong clinical support.
• The general ID team consists of 5 Board Certified/Board Eligible physicians and 2 Nurse Practitioners. JSUMC has 2 ID pharmD’s and a microbiologist with the micro lab onsite at the hospital.
• Eligibility for faculty appointment at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
• Highly competitive compensation package and robust benefits

Requirements Include

• M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Infectious Disease Fellowship
• Board eligibility or certification in Infectious Diseases
• Have or have the ability to obtain State of New Jersey Medical License, DEA and CDS

Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:

Carol A. Petite, B.S., M.T., AAPPR

Corporate Physician Recruiter

Email:

Phone: 732-673-5000

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $227,806. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The minimum base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization.

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.

Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Director of Quality Initiatives and Improvement (DQI) leads all hospital-based work to eliminate preventable harm to patients, family members, and staff and to attain unsurpassed clinical and patient-reported outcomes for assigned hospital. The DQI builds organization-wide participation in improvement through transparency, collaboration and mutual learning. Reporting to the Regional Chief Quality Officer collaborates with leaders to achieve the HMH quality goals and eliminate preventable harm. The DQI facilitates the redesign of patient care processes; leads root cause analyses process, analyzes data to inform and guide improvement efforts, and develops organizational capacity for improvement through teaching and mentorship. While directing the assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of best practices, the DQI ensures that cost effective, quality care is administered to all patients in accordance with the hospital PI plan, while complying with the standards of all regulatory and accrediting agencies. Provides leadership in the implementation and integration of the Department of Patient Care Performance Improvement Plan in addition to ensuring JCAHO & regulatory compliance. Oversees various activities of the Patient Safety and Quality Department while aligning with the Medical Center and HMH Performance Improvement Plan in assuring compliance with all Patient Safety Indicators, Quality Care Transition Teams & Nursing Quality. Advances the integration of the science of patient safety and continuous learning throughout the organization.

A day in the life of a Director of Quality Initiatives and Improvement (DQI) at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Provides leadership to all safety and quality improvement activities at a hospital including committee meetings, medical staff peer review, root cause and apparent cause analyses, event management, morning safety report, follow up of ONELink event reports, and specific improvement cycles.
• Provides leadership to local HRO transformation. Engages all levels of leadership, caregivers and staff in advancing patient safety through HRO training, morning safety huddles, and joint event management with the departments of Human Experience and Risk Management
• Develops and oversees organizational quality initiatives and the monitoring of quality priorities.
• Presents quality data results with analysis and recommendation to a variety of organizational committees and councils including Department of Patient Care to enhance achievement of HMH quality goals.
• Oversees all quality improvement staff and their work in quality councils, teams and committees. Ensures that their team members achieve certification by the National Patient Safety Foundation as a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), attend conferences, and receive continuing education including presentation skills, project management, process mapping, and lean principles. Cultivates and promotes continuous learning inside and outside of the network.
• Ensures compliance with all federal and state regulatory and licensing requirements, including aspects of Joint Commission readiness.
• Directs root cause and apparent cause and common cause evaluation of events and follow up activities. Identifies events, near misses and opportunities for quality and system improvement through the use of event reports, morning safety huddles, and trends identified through data analysis. Presents risk reduction strategies and follow up at Patient Safety Council to facilitate shared learning and scalability where possible. Identifies appropriate metrics to track meaningful change.
• Guides continuous learning and transparency related to patient safety and quality initiatives- Incorporates continuous learning including evidence based best practices, scalable system improvements, safety stories with lessons learned and needs identified through claims, suits and events. Through analysis of data, distinguish isolated events from trends and deploy resources to address those impacting patient experience, outcomes and ROI. Engage all levels of caregivers and staff in advancing patient safety through HRO training, quality initiatives addressing small wins and when designing system improvement. Utilize a variety of modes to increase the reach including webinar, video conferencing and interactive presentations.
• Guides hospital work in achieving HMH annual and strategic quality goals.
• Participates as a non-voting member in the Hospital Peer Review Committee, where applicable. Leads initial case screening prior to submission to the committee.
• Ensures use of appropriate methodologies and relevant tools to achieve rapid cycle improvement (i.e. PDSA, FMEA, reliability science, bundle science, process flows).
• Collaborates with the Patient Safety and Quality Department as well as with the VP, Chief Quality/Safety to ensure that organizational wide safety and quality initiatives are implemented effectively and risk reduction strategies implemented wherever appropriate.
• Ensures effective analysis of performance data with comparison over time and comparisons to internal and external benchmarks to identify improvement opportunities.
• Oversees and facilitates regularly scheduled updates and educational sessions for physician and nursing leaders, managers, and team members throughout the organization so that they are able to use the monthly quality scorecard information and participate in achieving the HMH quality goals.
• Ensures trend analysis is completed and appropriate response to unfavorable trends are developed and deployed.
• Develops and implements action plans based on analysis of data results.
• Supervises the education of staff in regards to relevant performance improvement theories and tools to staff & managers.
• Communicates and educates on Joint Commission and Regulatory standards, assists with Joint Commission readiness.
• Ensure plans and designs are consistent with internal and external expectations for accreditation, regulatory compliance and public reporting.
• Aligns performance improvement to the Magnet philosophy.
• Responsible for interviewing and hiring of patient safety and quality staff and managing performance evaluations.
• Assuring all staff act in accordance with the Medical Center Code of Conduct.
• Member of the Patient Safety Committee, Performance Improvement Coordinating Committee, Nurse Executive Council, Nursing Operational Committee
• In concert with the HMH VP Patient Safety and High Reliability coordinates and oversees the completion of the National AHRQ Survey on the culture of safety and the annual National Leap Frog Survey for the Medical Center.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional facilitations to maintain and extend expertise of self and team.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Master's Degree in Nursing, Health Care Administration, Public Health, other advanced health-related degree, or equivalent experience
• 7-10 years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital
• Experience with NDNQI & Magnet Accreditation
• 3-5 years of experience in patient safety and quality
• Proficient in the RCA-2 Process
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in the use of computer application and software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Performance Improvement expertise
• HRO experience
• Mastery of performance improvement methodologies
• Highly collaborative leader
• Attainment of CPPS (certified professional in patient safety) within one year of hire

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!      

The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes. This position focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. This position directs and oversees the care provided by other caregivers through delegation, validation, evaluation, and coordination. This position effectively coordinates patient care/unit activities among nursing peers, physicians and support services.

A Registered Nurse at Hackensack Meridian Health involves the delivery of nursing practices according to the most up-to-date evidence-based research, nursing policies, and standards of care, to provide and ensure safe and excellent delivery of individualized patient care.

A day in the life of a Registered Nurse includes: Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation Assessment

1. Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or the situation.

2. Performs age and disease specific assessment / data collection independently in a systematic manner focusing on physiologic, psychological and cognitive status.

3. Recognizes clinical and diagnostic status changes in patient status.

4. Identifies variables in patient/family education needs based on age, disease, and culturally specific learning differences.

Plan

1. Develops a plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions to attain expected outcomes.

2. Formulates age and disease specific patient / family centered goals / outcomes based on assessment data.

3. Develops and coordinates a plan of care which is patient / family focused, prioritized and encompasses the continuum of care.

Implementation

1. Communicates, coordinates, and implements the plan of care.

2. Provides ongoing communication with patient / family, nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team regarding patient's status, rendered care and treatment plans.

3. Implements age and disease specific care in an organized and timely manner.

4. Provides or coordinates the patient / family education as needed and ensures understanding.

5. Performs according to established protocols in clinical situations, including communicating with appropriate persons and documenting events.

6. Provides nursing care and treatments that reflect the patients' needs, advocates appropriately and demonstrates evidence-based nursing practice and compliance with standards.

7. Performs continuous Point-of-Care electronic documentation of each individual patient's assessments, plan-of-care, interventions and evaluation of rendered care.

8. Medication administration utilizing the newest advancements in bar-scanning and documentation technologies designed to ensure the safest delivery of medications to our patients.

9. Multi-disciplinary discharging of patients to ensure safe transitioning and continuum of care.

Evaluation

1. Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.

2. Utilizes critical thinking skills based on nursing knowledge to achieve desired patient outcomes.

3. Initiates interventions related to patient's change in condition and unexpected response to care.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Identifies ethical issues in the practice setting and brings them to the attention of other team members.

2. Recognizes and responds to opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction.

3. Must acquire and maintain competencies, certifications and continuing education in order to meet any facility accreditation or individual licensing requirements.

4. Adheres to American Nurses Association Code for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.

5. Lifts a minimum of 35 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 10 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

6. Adheres to HMH's Organizational and Managerial competencies and standards of behavior.

7. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. A minimum of an associate in Nursing or diploma of Nursing degree.

2. BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire. (Note this applies to team members hired on or after November 2019). *P4567U - applies to team members hired after 6/1/2021. **CC456U, CC689U, CC891U per CC Union Contract - All staff Registered Nurses (RN) are required to have a BSN within five years of hire. Note: Advanced masters degree in nursing programs satisfy the BSN requirement (ie Associates to MSN).

3. Must have six (6) or more months of relevant nursing experience OR must be an active participant with Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program.

4. The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

1. National Certification in area of specialty preferred when eligible.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. Must have a current and valid Registered Nurse license to work at the assigned HMH location by date of hire.

2. BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association is required within 60 days of hire. 

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Physical Therapist Assistant is part of a  multi-disciplinary team to deliver patient-centered physical rehabilitation services to patients, supports Physical Therapist in treatment procedures.  Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) are required to have supervision from a Physical Therapist to deliver services. PTAs communicate thoroughly and regularly with Physical Therapists to ensure delivery of plan of care.  Completes all required documentation as per state/federal and facility guidelines.

A day in the life of a Physical Therapy Assistant at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

1. Demonstrates team approach to problem solving through frequent communication and collaboration on complex issues to provide appropriate care. 
2. Ensures operation of equipment by using equipment consistent with equipment specifications; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer¿s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; and calling for repairs. 
3. Participates and represents PT staff on committees, as requested by supervisors. 
4. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge in assessing the need for durable medical equipment for patients.  Follows through with appropriate professionals to ensure proper fitting and educates patient on proper usage. 
5. Maintains professional competence and keeps current with Physical Therapy trends through participation in continuing education, in-service programs, and professional staff sessions.
6. Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
7. Fosters good relationships and communications with all team members, physicians, patients, family/significant others and visitors.
8. Assists with new Team Member orientation and provide key experiences to prepare Team Member independent performance of essential job functions.  Problems are reported to designated Supervisor promptly. 
9. Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
10. Instructs, encourages and assists patients to carry out plan of care, specific to patient¿s needs and goals established by Physical Therapist(s).
11. Models and maintains safe environment to deliver services for patient, self, and healthcare team.  Employs correct body mechanics during all activities.
12. Demonstrates and implements evidence-based treatment techniques and skills with patients.  Maintains professional competence and keeps current with Physical Therapy trends.
13. Continuously monitors patient¿s response to treatment and adjusts treatment accordingly in consultation with Physical Therapist.
14. Identifies and reports any real or potential problems regarding the development or admin of patient care. 
15. Assists with discharge planning by collaborating with physicians, nurses, social workers, supervising physical therapist(s), and other healthcare providers.
16. Contributes to patient care conferences.
17. Completes all documentation accurately and in a timely manner, consistent with all state regulations.
18. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
19. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Completion of an accredited program and licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
2. Current with all Continuing Education (CE) requirements
3. Performs clinical care professionally
4. Serve as a patient advocate and role model to other Team Members
5. Deliver patient care with minimal disruptions and obstacles
6. Ability to effectively work on a multidisciplinary team
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

1. Computer skills
2. Prior work experience with geriatric and disabled populations

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!