Medical Director -Neonatology

77 consultants; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a skilled doctor specializing in newborns for a full-time position in Roanoke, Virginia. The role involves leading the NICU team, managing advanced treatments, teaching medical students, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Candidates must be Board Certified or Eligible in Neonatology and hold a Virginia medical license. Relocation may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatology.
• Virginia medical license required or willingness to obtain one.
• DEA certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the NICU team to ensure excellent care for newborns.
• Manage advanced treatments for sick newborns.
• Collaborate with specialists in pediatrics and maternal-fetal medicine.
• Teach medical students and residents on newborn care.
• Participate in healthcare quality improvement and research.
• Provide patient care and be on call as needed.
• Attend leadership and planning meetings and adhere to hospital policies.

Skills

Board Eligible in Neonatology

Advanced treatment management

Teaching experience

Leadership in medical settings

Research participation

Education

Residency Completion within the last 5 years

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a skilled doctor who specializes in caring for newborns. This position is at a hospital with a special unit for newborns called the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit).

Responsibilities

• Lead the NICU team as a Medical Director or help as an Associate Medical Director to ensure excellent care for sick newborns.
• Manage advanced treatments for babies, such as special breathing support and cooling therapy.
• Work with other doctors and specialists in pediatrics and maternal-fetal medicine to provide the best care.
• Help teach medical students and residents from Virginia Tech School of Medicine about newborn care.
• Join in efforts to improve health care quality and participate in research in the Virginia Neonatal Perinatal Collaborative.
• Provide patient care during days, be on call, and work some weekends as necessary.
• Follow hospital rules and take part in meetings for leadership and planning.

This is a full-time, permanent job, and you should live close to the hospital. You may need to move to this area.

Qualifications

• You must be Board Eligible (completed residency within the last 5 years) or Board Certified in Neonatology - this is a must.
• You need to have a Virginia medical license or be willing to get one.
• A clean record with no malpractice or medical license issues is preferred.
• Must have DEA certification.

Requirements

• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Must have a Virginia state license.