Neonatologist

Stanford Children's Health; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 366,000 - 407,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus package up to $25,000

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

vision insurance

Job summary

Stanford Children’s Health in Walnut Creek, CA, seeks a Neonatologist (0.8 FTE) to join a multidisciplinary NICU team at John Muir Medical Center.

You will diagnose, treat, and manage premature and critically ill newborns, collaborating with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, and families.

We offer competitive compensation, a $25,000 bonus, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and opportunities for teaching and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship.
• Eligible for California Medical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care for newborn infants, including critically ill and premature babies.
• Diagnose and manage neonatal conditions, congenital disorders, and birth complications.
• Lead patient care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
• Perform neonatal procedures, including intubation, central line placement, and resuscitation.
• Collaborate with obstetric and pediatric teams.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Participate in on‑call rotations and emergency neonatal care.

Skills

Neonatal care

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Quality improvement

Education

ACGME Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship

California medical licensure eligibility

Job description

Opening in San Francisco Bay Area (Walnut Creek, California) Top of Form

Outstanding opportunity for a compassionate, highly skilled Neonatologist to join our multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional care for newborn infants. The successful candidate will diagnose, treat, and manage premature, critically ill, and medically complex newborns while collaborating closely with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

This (0.8 FTE) position will be employed by Packard Children’s Health Alliance and practice at:

John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, California

• Primary Location
• ADC 24
• Annual Deliveries: ~3000/year

Tri-Valley Medical Center

• Provide back up support for Pediatric Hospitalists

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care for newborn infants, including critically ill and premature babies
• Diagnose and manage neonatal conditions, congenital disorders, and birth complications
• Lead patient care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Perform neonatal procedures, including intubation, central line placement, and resuscitation
• Collaborate with obstetric and pediatric teams
• Communicate effectively with families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
• Participate in on‑call rotations and emergency neonatal care

Required

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship
• Eligible for California Medical licensure
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and patient-centered care
• Both experienced neonatologists and upcoming fellowship graduates are encouraged to apply

Preferred

• Experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU.
• Strong leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Experience with quality improvement.
• Excellent communication and family-centered care skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (Full-time Compensation $365,560- $406,850 - based on experience))
• Bonus package up to $25,000
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Opportunities for teaching, Quality improvement projects, and professional development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Support by multiple pediatric specialists as part of the Stanford Children’s Health team

At Stanford Children's Health, we are focused on bringing world‑class, family‑centered care to communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. A rapidly growing medical foundation, developed in partnership with Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford and the Stanford School of Medicine, we are bringing together some of medicine’s premier talent to meet the health challenges faced by today’s children and expectant mothers. If you’d like to be part of an organization that’s establishing new standards of care—and helping children and their families grow stronger every step of the way—consider joining us today.