Neonatologist - Practice Medical Director Position Overview:Join a distinguished healthcare team as a Board-Certified Neonatologist in a full-time, permanent leadership role. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to lead clinical excellence, quality improvement initiatives, and academic advancement within a high-acuity Level IIIB Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The NICU, affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, serves as a vital center for neonatal care, education, and research. The role is ideal for a dedicated professional committed to advancing neonatal health and mentoring future physicians.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide expert clinical care in a Level IIIB NICU with approximately 60 beds and over 625 annual admissions, utilizing advanced neonatal therapies such as high-frequency ventilation and nitric oxide therapy.
- Serve as Practice Medical Director, overseeing daily clinical operations, ensuring high standards of patient care, and evaluating provider performance.
- Lead and coordinate quality improvement and patient safety initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Drive clinical innovation by developing new programs and expanding existing neonatal services in collaboration with hospital leadership and academic partners.
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration by partnering with maternal-fetal medicine specialists, pediatric surgeons, and other pediatric subspecialists.
- Contribute to the academic mission through teaching medical students, pediatric and family medicine residents, and participating in Grand Rounds, simulation training, and educational programs.
- Mentor residents and junior staff in quality improvement projects, research, and scholarly activities, supporting the growth of academic initiatives alongside academic partners.
Qualifications & Requirements: - Must hold a valid MD or DO degree with Board Certification in Neonatology.
- Extensive experience in a high-acuity neonatal setting is highly preferred.
- Residency training must be completed locally; relocation may be required.
- Candidate must be able to work full-time in a permanent capacity.
Compensation & Benefits: - Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, with salary expectations to be discussed during the interview process.
- Potential for sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to support a smooth transition.
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life and Disability coverage
- Healthcare FSA & Dependent Care FSA
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Voluntary benefits through payroll deduction
- Employer-supported programs designed to promote work-life balance and family well-being.
This leadership role offers an outstanding environment for professional growth, clinical innovation, and making a meaningful impact on neonatal health. Candidates dedicated to excellence and academic collaboration are encouraged to apply.
