Neonatologist

Overview:

Neonatologist Opportunity Flexible Scheduling | Beautiful Ozark Mountains | Springfield, MO

Responsibilities:

Are you looking for a rewarding neonatology role that also supports a healthy work-life balance? Nestled in the scenic Ozark Mountains and near multiple lakes, our practice offers the ideal blend of professional fullfillment and personal flexibility.

We are a well-established team of 4 neonatologists and 5 NNPs. We have a manageable Level III NICU a place where you ll care for a balanced-mix of patients without the high-volume burnout. Hospital-employed pediatricians handle routine newborn care, allowing you to focus on what you do best. Whether you're looking for a full-time role or part-time flexibility, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Your Work Schedule (Full-Time):

• ~2 weeks/month alternating between primary and backup neonatologist roles

• Primary neonatologist

• In-house daytime coverage (8 a.m. 4 p.m.) of primary patients and supervision of half of NNP patients

• At-home backup for in-house NNP overnight

• Attend high-risk deliveries (<27 weeks, major anomalies)

• Backup neonatologist

• Short in-house rounding (8 a.m. 11 a.m.) on primary patients and supervision of half of NNP patients

• At-home availability for backup support of primary neonatologist emergencies

Our NICU at a Glance:

• 46-bed, Level III single-room design with average census of 25

• ~450 admits/year with 10% under 1500 grams

• In-house 24/7 NNP coverage (minimum 5 years Level III experience)

• High-frequency oscillators, jet ventilators, iNO (ECMO and cardiac patients are transferred to in-state Level IV regional NICUs)

• Total body cooling with 24/7 video EEG and pediatric neurology support

• POCUS with bedside ultrasound available

• Donor milk + dedicated milk tech preparation of feedings

• EPIC and Baby Steps Cloud EMRs

• Dedicated procedural nurses: delivery attendance, intubation, umbilical and PIC line placement, NICU transport (air and ground)

• NICU-dedicated SLP/PT/OT/RT/pediatric pharmacy 7 days/week

About Springfield, Missouri:

Live where others vacation. Springfield is Missouri s third largest city of 170,000, located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains near numerous lakes and trails.

• Low cost of living 13% below national average

• Affordable housing 25% below national average

• Big-city amenities with a small-town feel

• Colleges, museums, live music, and the legendary Buc-ee s & Costco

• Easy travel 1 hour to Branson, 2 hours to Kansas City, and 3 hours to St. Louis or fly nonstop to the beaches of Florida for under $200 round-trip

• Home to the Springfield Cardinals farm team

Bonus: Our facility is in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) and Medically Underserved Area/Population (MUA/MUP).

Qualifications:

BC/BE in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Benefits and Compensation:

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Progyny Fertility Benefits
• Livongo Diabetes Management
• Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
• Smart Shopper
• 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 15% discount*
• Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee Optional Life and AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)**
• Parental Leave Benefit
• Sick Pay Bank
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**
• Group Aflac Policies
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Charitable Fund
• Care.com
• Various Discount Programs

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

**Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over

About Us:

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.