Medical Education Specialist

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Dec 17, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Medical Education Specialist
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	NJMS-Psychiatry
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Medical Education Specialist for NJMS- Assisted Treatment Center of Excellence. The primary purpose for the Medical Education Specialist is to support the mission of the Northern New Jersey Medication-Assisted Treatment Center of Excellence ( NNJ-MATrx- COE) in advancing healthcare outcomes by providing mentorship, technical assistance, and training to medical providers and healthcare stakeholders. This position combines clinical expertise with educational skills to enhance the quality of patient care and promote evidence-based practices in medication for opioid use disorder ( MOUD). The Medical Education Specialist will collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize medication management, foster best practices, reduce stigma, and contribute to overall success of the mission of the NNJ-MATrx- COE. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Deliver engaging and evidence-based educational presentations to healthcare providers, support staff, and other stakeholders. Disseminate information on pharmaceutical products, disease states, clinical guidelines, and best practices. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with medical providers. Offer guidance and support through one-on-one academic detailing sessions, providing both technical and clinical guidance. Assist healthcare professionals in resolving medication-related challenges pertaining to substance use disorder management. Develops and conducts training sessions for healthcare providers and staff to enhance their understanding of medications and evidence-based treatment strategies for substance use disorders. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safe and effective use of medications, promotion of MOUD, and other evidence-based strategies for substance use disorders. Collects and analyzes data related to medication utilization, adherence, and outcomes. Use this information to tailor educational interventions and improve patient care.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	35S
Position Salary	PS35
Annual Minimum Salary	109283.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	132134.00
Annual Maximum Salary	157610.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Registered Nurse (RN), or related degree from an accredited institution.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Proficiency in data analysis and report generation. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to engage and educate healthcare professionals effectively. Ability to work independently, or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in academic detailing or health education is a plus.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25lbs. Work Environment: The work environment includes both office-based services, hospital-based settings and community outreach. Individual wellness checks and crisis intervention required. Subject to unpredictable situations, patient crises, to include behavioral, medical and psychiatric crisis.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2882
Posting Open Date	12/17/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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