Neonatologist | Level III NICU | Physician-Led Team | $450K-$485K+

Jackson Physician Search; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 450,000 - 485,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Jackson Physician Search is helping a hospital-employed Level III NICU in Iowa recruit a neonatal specialist. You will join a close-knit team of 3 neonatologists and 4 experienced APPs, enjoying physician autonomy within a respected health system and collaborating closely with seasoned APP partners.

The schedule is sustainable: one full-service week per month plus 2-3 night shifts during the remaining weeks, with a diverse case mix and the ability to care for infants as early as 23 weeks

Job description

Join a close-knit, highly respected neonatal team managing the full acuity of a busy Level III NICU with the autonomy, collegiality, & continuity of care usually found in private practice. This hospital-employed role pairs a physician-led culture with seasoned APP partners & the stability of a strong health system.

Details

• Team of 3 Neonatologists & 4 experienced APPs
• 22-bed Level III NICU w/ an average daily census of 14-15
• ~2,300 annual deliveries & ~260 NICU admissions
• Care for infants as early as 23 weeks gestation
• Diverse case mix: VLBW infants, therapeutic hypothermia, complex respiratory disease, & neonatal critical care
• High-frequency jet & oscillator ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide, & full ventilatory support
• True physician autonomy w/ a direct voice in clinical decisions & care protocols
• Sustainable schedule: 1 full-service week per month + 2-3 night shifts during remaining weeks
• Collaborative, family-centered unit built on evidence-based care

Package

• Competitive compensation of $450K-$485K+
• Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits package

Why Iowa?

• One of Iowa's largest metros w/ big-city amenities & a welcoming, small-town feel
• Affordable cost of living & diverse housing, from historic homes to acreages
• Highly rated public & private schools & safe, family-friendly neighborhoods
• Easy 10-20 minute commutes
• Revitalized riverfront districts w/ local shops, markets, breweries, & chef-driven dining
• Symphony, historic theater, art museum, & community festivals
• 100+ miles of connected trails plus nearby lakes, state parks, & river recreation
• A Big Ten university town a short drive away for athletics & culture
• Convenient regional airport w/ nonstop flights to major hubs