Family Medicine Physician Job at Ardent Health Services in Montclair, NJ

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center, located in the heart of Montclair, NJ, is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our growing outpatient practice with a strong focus on delivering compassionate, inclusive, and affirming care to LGBTQ+ populations. This is a unique opportunity to practice at the intersection of clinical excellence and health equity within one of New Jersey’s most respected healthcare systems.

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About Mountainside Medical Center

Mountainside Medical Center is a 365-bed acute care community hospital proudly serving northern New Jersey. A joint venture between Hackensack Meridian Health—one of the state’s most comprehensive health networks—and Ardent Health Services, Mountainside is committed to advancing high-quality, patient-centered care. We are a designated Primary Stroke Center with a Level II Neonatal Nursery, and our clinical offerings include: Cardiology, Oncology, and Advanced Surgical Services, Obstetrics & Women’s Health, Inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry, Chronic Kidney Disease Management and a high-volume Emergency Department (40,000+ annual visits). We are also a teaching affiliate of NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine, offering a dynamic academic environment with active medical education programs. Our employed physician network, Mountainside Medical Group, spans more than 20 specialties and is deeply rooted in serving the local community with coordinated, compassionate care.

Position Highlights

We are looking for a physician who is passionate about health equity and LGBTQ+ inclusive care and who values working in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

About the Position:

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care: preventive, chronic, and acute care
• Deliver gender-affirming care, including hormone therapy (training available)
• Manage PrEP/PEP for HIV prevention and conduct sexual health screenings
• Partner with behavioral health, social work, and specialty providers to support whole-person care
• Promote a safe, affirming, and respectful environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies
• Remain up to date with evolving clinical guidelines in LGBTQ+ medicine
• Join a well-established team of 8 experienced primary care physicians
• Monday–Friday schedule with no inpatient or weekend call
• Outpatient-only practice located directly across from the hospital
• Minimal practice call, shared on a 1:8 rotating basis
• Supported by dedicated medical assistants, nursing, and administrative teams

Starting Salary at $225,000 plus Quality Incentive

Recruitment Package may include:

• Base salary + wRVU production incentive
• CME allowance
• Sign-on bonus
• Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
• Relocation allowance
• Residency stipend
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Marketing + practice growth assistance
• Learn more about the benefits offered by clicking on the “Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center” facility link at the top of the page. The Benefits Information link is located under “Important Links.”

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About the Facility:

Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center is proud to continue to provide world-class health care in a community setting. Located in Montclair, NJ, the 365-bed medical center provides patients immediate access to innovative and effective treatment alternatives at specialized centers within the medical center that focus on imaging, women’s health, cancer care, surgery, obesity, stroke and chronic kidney disease. The hospital is a designated Primary Stroke Center by the NJ State Department of Health and Senior Services and is one of a few community hospitals licensed by the State to perform emergency and elective cardiac angioplasty.

About Montclair NJ:

The Township of Montclair in beautiful northern New Jersey is a vibrant bedroom community of New York City. Nestled at the foot of the First Watchung Mountain, Montclair is identified by its diverse population, grand old homes, proximity to New York City and its thriving arts community. The second largest university in the state resides in Montclair as well as numerous parks, an art museum and galleries, live theaters, and a wide range of boutiques. Montclair's lively business districts are flush with restaurants, movie theaters, shops and nightlife that attract visitors from across the region.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Join a progressive and inclusive healthcare environment where your clinical expertise and advocacy for underserved populations will be valued and supported. Help shape the future of primary care and LGBTQ+ health at Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.