Michael Charlton was named president and CEO of Atlantic City, N.J.-based AtlantiCare.
Mr. Charlton has served in the role on an interim basis since June 1. At the helm, he will lead a team of more than 6,500 individuals, according to a news release.
Mr. Charlton is a former chair and former member of AtlantiCare's board of directors. He also served as a member of the American Hospital Association board of trustees and currently serves on a national committee that is focused on the healthcare workforce, the release states.
AtlantiCare serves people in five southeastern New Jersey counties.