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Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services Psychiatrist & Medical Director – Clara Maass Medical Center, Belleville, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a PESS psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director at Clara Maass Medical Center. The role involves coordinating medical staff and clinical staffing activities, performing direct patient care within the Psychiatric Emergency Screening Service sites, and providing clinical support for the Inpatient Unit and Short‑Term Care Facility as needed. The director will lead team meetings, oversee treatment planning, manage disposition, and fulfill all certifying requirements. This position offers an opportunity for psychiatrists to continue practicing in an inpatient setting while advancing program delivery. Responsibilities

Coordinate medical staff and clinical staffing activities across PESS sites. Deliver direct patient care within the Psychiatric Emergency Screening Service sites. Provide clinical support to the Inpatient Unit and Short‑Term Care Facility. Lead team meetings, treatment planning, and patient disposition. Ensure compliance with all certifying and department requirements. Qualifications

ABPN board‑certified in Adult Psychiatry. New Jersey licensed or eligible for licensure in NJ. Ideally experienced working in an inpatient setting. High energy, adaptable, and able to work effectively on a team. Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $315,000 to $505,000 per year, dependent on educational background, skills, and professional experience. RWJBarnabas Health offers a robust benefits package including health, life, disability, malpractice insurance, 401(k)/retirement, paid time off, and additional CME time. Located in Belleville, Clara Maass Medical Center provides a continuum of advanced care in a vibrant community. The position offers a favorable work‑life balance with easy access to dining, shopping, museums, and art galleries. Contact Susan Bethay, Physician Recruiter, for more information: email Susan.bethay@rwjbh.org, phone 862-240-2885. About Clara Maass Medical Center: Situated in Belleville, RWJBarnabas Health’s medical center serves northern New Jersey with over 700 physicians and 2,100 employees. The facility is nationally recognized for quality and patient safety, offering programs in advanced wound care, sleep disorders, bariatrics, orthopedics, cardiac services, cancer care, and emergency services.

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