Assistant Director, Referral Development

RWJBarnabas Health is a leading academic health system based in New Jersey, recognized for delivering patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine with compassion and equity. As the premier healthcare destination in the region, RWJBarnabas Health is committed to fostering healthier communities through its innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research. The organization prides itself on creating an exceptional work environment for all team members while addressing both clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health plays a vital role in enhancing community health by providing comprehensive medical services, promoting education, and offering career opportunities across New Jersey. The system’s dedication to excellence ensures it remains at the forefront of healthcare innovation and community impact.

The Assistant Director position at RWJBarnabas Health is located in Mountainside, New Jersey, within the Referral Development department. This salaried, full-time role is scheduled on a day shift with a competitive salary range of $125,012 to $162,516 per year. The primary objective of this position is to drive growth and development of new and existing inpatient referral sources to meet the hospital’s volume and census goals. The Assistant Director will oversee strategic initiatives aimed at expanding referrals and admissions by identifying new opportunities, developing comprehensive execution plans, and cultivating strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

In this leadership role, the Assistant Director is responsible for managing the Inpatient PreAdmissions and Referral Development teams, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, laws, and regulations. The individual will work closely with physicians, case managers, insurance companies, and other referral sources to facilitate a smooth and efficient referral and admission process, positively influencing key leaders while delivering insightful communication. Key responsibilities include traveling to acute care facilities, conducting presentations, and participating in conferences to promote the organization’s programs and services effectively.

The role requires a highly dynamic approach to outreach, market analysis, and stakeholder engagement, including designing innovative strategies to increase inpatient referrals and expand the reach of Childrens Specialized Hospital to new providers. The Assistant Director must also address potential delays or friction points impacting referrals by collaborating with internal customer service, operations, and marketing teams. This position demands excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to analyze market competition, and experience in managing multifaceted environments such as hospital pediatric floors, office settings, community events, and family engagement.

Candidates for this position should possess a registered nursing license (RN) and a Bachelor of Science in a related field, with a master’s degree considered an asset. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in pediatric rehab, referral development, or pediatrics with a preference for MedSurg experience, along with management experience valued highly. Familiarity with private and government payors is preferred, as is demonstrated excellence in customer service and communication. RWJBarnabas Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical and prescription drug insurance, dental and vision coverage, retirement plans, disability insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, voluntary benefits like pet insurance, and discounts through partner organizations.

If you are a proactive healthcare professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for improving patient access and referral development in a pediatric rehabilitation setting, this Assistant Director role at RWJBarnabas Health provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of New Jersey's premier academic health systems while advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.