Vice Chair of Quality Department of Medicine
Posted on July 13, 2026 (about 7 hours ago)
Vice Chair of Quality — Department of Medicine
Hackensack University Medical Center — Hackensack, New Jersey
Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a dedicated Vice Chair of Quality. The Vice Chair of Quality will advance the Department’s mission to improve patient outcomes through safe, timely, efficient and patient-focused care. The role requires a collaborative, creative, and visionary physician leader who will create a culture of innovation and high reliability, implement and oversee performance improvement initiatives, engage faculty and trainees to develop and maintain best practices, and partner with institutional leaders to drive success.
Opportunity Highlights
- Quality Improvement Leadership: Design, implement, and lead quality improvement initiatives across the Department of Medicine for both inpatient and ambulatory care.
- Council and Committee Management: Chair the Department of Medicine Quality Council and the Peer Review Committee, overseeing case reviews, OPPE, and FPPE.
- Data and Reporting: Develop and manage quality dashboards to identify areas for improvement and track progress.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to standards from organizations like the Joint Commission and CMS.
- Patient Experience: Work with the Office of Patient Experience to enhance patient care.
- Education and Mentorship: Create quality and safety programs for residents and fellows, and mentor faculty in quality improvement.
- Scholarly Activity: Promote research and publications in the field of quality and safety.
Qualifications
Education & Certification:
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in Internal Medicine and/or an Internal Medicine subspecialty.
Experience:
- A minimum of three years of experience after completing residency or fellowship.
- Preferred experience in quality improvement with a strong record of publications and presentations.
Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional written and oral communication, interpersonal, organizational, teaching, and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to initiate, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- A collaborative, empathic, and team-oriented approach to working with patients, families, and healthcare professionals across disciplines.
Other Requirements:
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a faculty appointment at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain credentials as an Attending Physician at HUMC.
The ideal candidate will be board-certified in Internal Medicine and/or an Internal Medicine subspecialty with significant leadership experience in healthcare quality and safety, a proven track record of implementing successful quality improvement initiatives, and the desire to be part of a dynamic, high-functioning team. This role combines clinical, administrative, and academic responsibilities with flexibility to shape the role based on the individual candidate.
Compensation: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency. The minimum base salary for this position is $282,759. The posted rate is a good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of the total rewards package. The starting base salary is informational and not a guarantee of a specific offer; final base compensation may vary based on non-discriminatory factors such as specialization, market data, experience, leadership, education and certifications, productivity, skills, geographic location, internal equity, and budget or grant funding.
In addition to 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. Final compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.
How to Apply
For immediate consideration please contact:
Contact
Nancy Massa
Physician Recruiter
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 732-890-9339