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Summit, New Jersey

OVERLOOK MEDICAL CENTER - EM PEDS - MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Pediatric Emergency MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$190-$220/hr

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Job Description

TeamHealth is seeking a visionary, board-certified pediatric emergency medicine physician to serve as medical director at the Overlook Medical Center Pediatric Emergency Department in Summit, New Jersey. A 467-bed, nationally recognized facility, Overlook is part of the Atlantic Health System. With a dedicated pediatric connection to Goryeb Children's Hospital in Morristown, Overlook offers robust support and seamless care to more than 100 pediatric specialists.

This is a rare leadership opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing pediatric ED within a nationally acclaimed health system, working under the chairman of the ED.

Why Join Us?

  • Leadership and impact: Take ownership of program development, mentoring, and clinical leadership
  • Supportive environment: Collaborate with experienced emergency medicine leaders and a dedicated pediatric care team
  • Career advancement: Step into a prominent leadership role with access to national resources, mentorship, and development programs

Opportunity Overview

  • 15,000 annual pediatric ED visits
  • 8-bed dedicated pediatric ED
  • 24/7 physician coverage (12-hour shifts: 7a-7p/7p-7a)
  • 12 hours of advanced practice clinician support daily
  • Pediatric-trained nursing team
  • Full pediatric and specialty support
  • EPIC EMR
  • 24/7 NICU and anesthesia support
  • Pediatric hospitalist program
  • Academic affiliation with Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA
  • Competitive compensation with an estimated base salary of $190 to $220 per hour; this role is not benefits eligible

Qualifications

  • Board certified in emergency medicine (ABEM/AOBEM) or pediatrics (ABP)
  • Specialty certification in pediatric emergency medicine
  • PEM fellowship trained
  • Demonstrated leadership experience or committee experience
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment to clinical excellence, patient care, operations and education

To learn more, apply today.

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Top 20 in the state!

City Description

Summit is a vibrant community of about 21,000 residents, situated 20 miles west of Manhattan, and features a rich variety of restaurants and shops. From pizzerias and coffee shops to fine dining and ethnic food, there is a restaurant for every taste and occasion.

Summit is a diverse city with the charm and feel of a small town but all of the amenities of a sprawling city. With hundreds of events, activities, recreational programs and teams, as well as one of the top public school districts in the state, Summit is an ideal place for families.

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Nationally recognized regional medical center

Facility Description

Overlook Medical Center is a nationally recognized regional medical center providing state-of-the-art healthcare, conducting cutting-edge research and delivering compassionate care in a patient-centered environment. The 467-bed facility features neuroscience care, a Level IV Epilepsy Center, the Gerald J.

Glasser Brain Tumor Center, a Cyberknife program, emergency care, oncology and a full range of other specialty services. Named one of America's Best 100 Hospitals by Healthgrades, Overlook Medical Center is a well-recognized and awarded facility offering world-class care. Overlook is a part of Atlantic Health System, one of the leading healthcare organizations in New Jersey.

Job Benefits

  • Monthly medical director stipend
  • Sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
  • CME opportunities through TeamHealth Institute
  • Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance
  • Leadership development support at local and national levels

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will provide clinical leadership and oversight for the Pediatric Emergency Department, including program development and team mentoring. They will collaborate with emergency medicine leaders to ensure high-quality patient care and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Experience
10+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Operations managementInterpersonal skills

Pediatric Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 90% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$426k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $392k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Physician roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,897 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Summit

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.03M
Typical market rent
$3,047/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Monthly medical director stipend
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
CME opportunities through TeamHealth Institute
Flexible scheduling
Leadership development support