Neonatologist

Ascension Health; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO

Tuition assistance

EAP

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension Health seeks a Neonatal-Perinatal physician to join an employed team in a busy Level III NICU in Evansville, Indiana. You will work with five neonatologists, a multidisciplinary NICU support team, and a non-profit health system with robust pediatric subspecialty support.

Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine is required; Indiana licensure and DEA are needed. The position includes participation in regional quality improvement initiatives and medical student education within a

Qualifications

• Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine is required.
• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine preferred or required depending on status.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical management for critically ill newborns within a Level III NICU.
• Collaborate with maternal-fetal medicine and pediatric subspecialists.
• Lead intermittent clinical education and training of medical and physician assistant students.

Skills

Neonatal care

Team leadership

Clinical collaboration

Education

Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

MD/DO degree

Board certified/eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Tools

ACLS

Job description

Your future role at a glance

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Join an established team of 5 neonatologists and a highly-trained multidisciplinary NICU support team

• Call structure: 1:5 with plan to move to an NNP Program with 4 NEO and NNP’s covering night call

• Practice setting: Inpatient (Level III NICU)

• Access to a 32-bed unit equipped with advanced therapeutic modalities (therapeutic hypothermia, jet ventilation, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, and NAVA), a dedicated NICU Transport Team, and robust pediatric subspecialty support

• Employed position within a nonprofit health system

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration

• Provide advanced clinical management for critically ill newborns within a state-of-the‑art Level III NICU, collaborating closely with a comprehensive maternal‑fetal medicine program and dedicated hospital‑based pediatric subspecialists.

• Actively participate in regional clinical quality improvement (QI) initiatives and lead the intermittent clinical education and training of medical and physician assistant students.

• Fellowship training in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine required

About the Facility

• 54-bed regional pediatric and neonatal inpatient center (including a 32-bed NICU, 15-bed Pediatric Inpatient Unit, and 7-bed PICU)

• Level II Pediatric Trauma Verification

• Serving a population of approximately 300,000 in the greater Evansville metropolitan area

• Integrated referral network featuring an established Pediatric Specialty Clinic, comprehensive OB service line, and a regional perinatal footprint averaging 1,400 deliveries annually

• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture

• Long‑term practice stability

• National network with local autonomy

• Mission-centered care rooted in service

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What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

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Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.