Neonatologist

MedStar Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Neonatologist at a leading medical group focused on neonatal care. This full-time role offers a balance of professional development and personal life with a 7-on/7-off schedule, supported by a collaborative team in a well-equipped NICU. Enjoy competitive benefits and make a meaningful impact in the lives of newborns and their families in Alexandria, LA.

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Short & Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Pediatrics with Neonatology specialization.
• Experience in Level III NICU settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide neonatal care in a Level III NICU with a collaborative team.
• Participate in newborn nursery rounds and in-house transport.
• Balance work-life with a 7-on/7-off schedule.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

BC Pediatrics

BE/BC Neonatology

Job description

Requisition ID: 2025-49759
Location: US-LA-Alexandria
Specialty: Physician - Neonatologist
Position Type: Full Time
HR Rep / Recruiter: Katherine McPike
Contact: [e-mail]

Overview

NICU Excellence + Collegial Team + Home Call – Discover Your Next Career Move

Responsibilities

Pediatrix Medical Group, in partnership withRapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital (RWCH), is seeking adedicated and compassionate Neonatologistto join our growing team in Alexandria, Louisiana.

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying atrue work-life balancewith a7-on/7-off scheduleand24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• 34-bed, Level III NICU– diverse acuity and case variety
• Collaborative 2 Neonatologist / 4 NNP model
• NNPs in-house 24 hours a day
• Home call for Neonatologists after rounds
• 1,500–2,000 deliveries annually
• Newborn nursery rounds
• NNP-led transport team(physician covers in-house during transports)

You’ll be part of acollegial, evidence-based teamfocused on quality-driven protocols and continuous improvement in neonatal care.

About the Facility:

Located within Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital:

• Central Louisiana’slargest and most advanced NICU
• The region’sonly Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• A19-bed pediatric unit,29-bed well-baby nursery, and26-bed OB/post-partum unit

RWCH is a cornerstone of pediatric and neonatal care in the region, offering cutting-edge facilities and a supportive environment for clinicians.

Discover Alexandria, LA:

Nestled in the heart of Central Louisiana,Alexandriaoffers:

• A vibrant mix ofarts, culture, and recreation
• Affordable living withbig-city amenitiesin asmall-town atmosphere
• Easy access viaInterstate 49
• The scenicAlexandria Riverfront Centerfor events and entertainment

Qualifications

• BC Pediatrics
• BE/BC Neonatology

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.

Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site:www.pediatrix.com/careers.

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.

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