Neonatologist - Lubbock, TX

Mednax, National Medical Group; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonuses

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a neonatologist to join our established NICU team at University Medical Center Children's Hospital in Lubbock, TX. This role offers family‑centered care in a collaborative environment alongside experienced neonatal and pediatric specialists.

The opportunity includes a Level IV NICU, involvement in critical care, education for families, and participation in call coverage. Our clinicians enjoy comprehensive benefits and a competitive compensation package

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to neonates in a Level IV NICU
• Manage critically ill newborns, including ventilator management and advanced procedures
• Collaborate with obstetrics, pediatrics, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Engage in clinical documentation, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives
• Provide education and support to families
• Participate in call rotation and NICU coverage schedule

Job description

Exciting opportunity for a neonatologist to join our established NICU team at University Medical Center Children's Hospital in Lubbock, TX. This is an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality, family-centered care in a collaborative environment while working alongside experienced neonatal and pediatric specialists.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to neonates in a Level IV NICU
• Manage critically ill newborns, including ventilator management and advanced procedures
• Collaborate with obstetrics, pediatrics, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Engage in clinical documentation, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives
• Provide education and support to families
• Participate in call rotation and NICU coverage schedule

About Lubbock, Texas

Located in West Texas, Lubbock is a vibrant mid-sized city known as the ?Hub City? for its role as the economic, healthcare, and educational center of the South Plains region.

With a population of over 270,000 residents and a metro area exceeding 360,000, Lubbock offers the amenities of a larger city while maintaining a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere.

• Cost of Living Advantage: Lubbock offers a lower cost of living compared to the national average, with affordable housing that allows for an excellent quality of life.
• Healthcare & Academic Hub: Home to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, the city is a major regional center for medical education, research, and patient care.
• Growing Economy: A stable and expanding economy driven by healthcare, education, agriculture, and emerging industries like technology and manufacturing.
• Lifestyle & Community: Family-friendly with short commutes, plus a vibrant arts scene, local dining, wineries, and collegiate athletics.
• Accessibility: Convenient travel options via Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport with direct flights to major U.S. cities.
• Outdoor Living: Known for its sunshine and wide-open spaces, offering a relaxed West Texas lifestyle.

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way. TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

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.

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.