Neonatologist - Medical Director

Pediatrix; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading medical group as a Neonatologist Medical Director in Dothan, Alabama, offering a flexible week on/week off schedule and an opportunity to lead a collaborative team in a supportive environment. The role prioritizes work-life balance and clinical excellence, making it an ideal position for those interested in advancing their career while enjoying a prime location near the Emerald Coast beaches.

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)

Short & Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Pediatrics required.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the collaborative team at Southeast Health.
• Manage staffing model and deliver clinical excellence.
• Ensure strong work-life balance with week on/week off scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Board Certified in Pediatrics

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatology

Job description

Overview

Neonatologist Medical Director - Near Emerald Coast Beaches - Call From Home - Week On/Week Off Schedule

Responsibilities

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified Neonatologist Medical Director to lead our collaborative and high-performing team at Southeast Health in Dothan, AL. This is your chance to practice in a supportive, flexible environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and clinical excellence.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a week on/week off schedule with call from home—you’ll be off 26 weeks per year.
• Prime Location: Just an hour from the Emerald Coast beaches, with a low cost of living and a welcoming Southern community.

Your Role at a Glance

• Staffing Model: 2 Neonatologists and 3 NNPs
  • NNPs cover day shifts 7 days/week and 2 night shifts
• Flexible Scheduling: Week on/week off, call from home
• Facility Details:
  • 18-bed Level III NICU
  • 30 LDRP beds
  • 20-bed Newborn Nursery
  • Approximately 1,500 deliveries annually
  • Regional transport team staffed by RNs and RTs
• Supportive Environment:
  • Strong nursing and administrative leadership
  • Opportunities to collaborate with the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

About Southeast Health

Southeast Health is a 420-bed regional referral center serving over 600,000 residents across southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle. The hospital offers a full range of services including women’s care, cardiovascular and cancer treatment, advanced surgical procedures, and pain management. It is also home to the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine and is the largest employer in the region.

Why You’ll Love Dothan

• Mild Climate & Outdoor Living: Enjoy year-round sunshine, parks, and recreational amenities.
• Affordable Living: Low housing costs and property taxes make Dothan ideal for families and professionals.
• Strategic Location: Near the Florida and Georgia borders, with easy access to beaches and major cities.
• Community & Culture: A progressive city with Southern charm, excellent schools, and a strong local economy.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Let’s talk about how you can grow your career and make an impact with Pediatrix Medical Group.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Pediatrics
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatology
• Previous Leadership experience preferred

Benefits and Compensation

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

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.

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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.