Neonatologist - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

Nemours; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 230,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mortgage assistance

Relocation packages

403(b) with employer match

457(b) retirement plan

Licensure and CME allowance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Nemours Foundation is seeking a skilled neonatologist to join the Division of Neonatology in Delaware. This role supports an interdisciplinary team providing care in a Level 4 NICU with a faculty appointment at Sidney Kimmel Medical College.

Ideal candidates possess board-eligible or board-certified Neonatal Perinatal Medicine credentials and an academic record suitable for appointment as Assistant, Associate, or full Professor. We welcome applicants at various career stages.

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program and a Neonatology Fellowship Program.
• Board Eligibility/Certification in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine.
• Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in Delaware.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical coverage for critically ill neonates, including those requiring surgical interventions and ECMO.
• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists to ensure comprehensive care.
• Teach and mentor neonatal fellows, APP students, residents, and medical students through bedside teaching, lectures, and simulation.
• Collaborate with maternal-fetal medicine specialists and lead the neonatal resuscitation team during high-risk deliveries.
• Engage in multidisciplinary conferences and reviews of adverse events including RCAs and M&M.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical neonatology expertise

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

ACGME Pediatric Residency

Neonatology Fellowship

Neonatal Perinatal Medicine board eligibility/certification

Job description

We are looking for a skilled team builder, an effective teacher, and an outstanding clinician with both excellent communication and interpersonal skills and relevant clinical expertise. Qualified candidates will have experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team and with medically complex conditions.

The position reports to the Division Chief of Neonatology and the successful candidate will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team within the Department of Pediatrics.

The Division provides inpatient and transport care and clinical service to the only Level 4 NICU in the state of Delaware. A faculty appointment consistent with the level of academic achievement will be provided at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University.All levels of experience, including recent fellowship graduates who are board-eligible, will be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical coverage for critically ill neonates, including those requiring surgical interventions and ECMO.
• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists, including medical and surgical subspecialists, to ensure comprehensive care.
• Teach and mentor neonatal fellows, APP students, pediatric residents, and medical students through bedside teaching, lectures, and simulation.
• Collaborate with maternal-fetal medicine specialists and lead the neonatal resuscitation team during high-risk deliveries in the Advanced Delivery Unit.
• Engage in multidisciplinary conferences and reviews of adverse events including Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and Morbidity and Mortality (M&M).

What We Offer:

• Competitive base compensation and an annual incentive plan recognizing clinical activity, academic accomplishments, and quality improvement
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages, and 403(b) with employer match, plus 457(b) retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME, and professional dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• A faculty appointment at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, commensurate with academic achievement

Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program and a Neonatology Fellowship Program
• Board Eligibility/Certification in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine
• Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in the state of Delaware
• An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor

About the Team

At Nemours Children’s, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.

We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top-tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

In the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, Nemours Children’s, Delaware is a Top 10 children’s hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region with eight nationally ranked specialties, including Top 10 in orthopedics and Top 15 in diabetes and endocrinology.

A Level I Children’s Surgery Center and three-time Magnet®-recognized organization, Nemours Children’s continues a $130 million campus expansion enhancing cardiology, oncology, maternal fetal medicine, and surgical services.

Wilmington offers an ideal blend of historic charm, economic vitality, and East Coast accessibility. Located along the scenic Brandywine River, the city features vibrant cultural districts, acclaimed restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and miles of parks and trails.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., along with Amtrak service throughout the Northeast Corridor. Wilmington’s strong financial, health care, and life sciences sectors, combined with excellent schools and diverse neighborhoods, make it an attractive place for professionals and families seeking both opportunity and quality of life.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Job Info

• Job Identification 17907
• Posting Date 02/20/2026, 05:15 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, US (On-site)