Neonatologist (Per Diem)

Pediatrix; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 221,000 - 332,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance provided

No PTO eligibility for per diem

No company holidays for per diem

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group seeks board-certified Neonatologists for per diem coverage in Dothan, AL. Join a collaborative team at Southeast Health and Flowers Hospital, with 18-bed Level III NICU and Level II NICU facilities.

Per diem shifts offer flexible scheduling and the opportunity to supplement income. The position emphasizes work-life balance, supportive leadership, and ongoing collaboration with local medical education partners.

Qualifications

• Board certification in neonatology is required.
• Active Alabama medical license or IMLC license preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of post-fellowship clinical experience.
• Recent neonatology experience within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide neonatology coverage in a Level III NICU and related units.
• Accept per diem shifts and coordinate with NP coverage for scheduling.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and affiliated institutions.

Skills

Neonatology

Clinical experience

Scheduling flexibility

Education

Board Certification in Neonatology

AL license or IMLC license

Job description

Overview

**Per Diem** Neonatologist Opportunity Available in Gorgeous Dothan, AL

Responsibilities

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking Board Certified Neonatologists to join our collaborative and high-performing team on a per diem basis at Southeast Health and Flowers Hospital 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

• No minimum requirement: as a per diem provider, there is a 0 hours requirement
• Prime Location: Just an hour from theEmerald Coast beaches, with alow cost of livingand a welcoming Southern community.
• Supplemental Income: supplement your income working a few shifts per month, when available

Your Role at a Glance

• Staffing Model: 2 Neonatologists and 3 NNPs
  • NNPs coverday shifts 7 days/weekand2 night shifts
• Flexible Scheduling: Pick up shifts when they work for you!
• Facility Details:
  • 18-bed Level III NICU at Southeast Health and Level II NICU at Flowers Hospital
  • 30 LDRP beds and 20-bed Newborn Nursery at Southeast Health
  • NICU ADC: 11 at Southeast Health and 2-3 at Flowers
  • Regional transport team staffed by RNs and RTs
• Supportive Environment:
  • Strong nursing and administrative leadership
  • Opportunities to collaborate with theAlabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

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 add to your career and make an impact with Pediatrix Medical Group.

Qualifications

• Active AL license or IMLC license preferred
• Board Certification in Neonatology required
• A minimum of 1-year post-fellowship clinical experience required
• Recent Neonatologist experience required (within the past 12 months)

Benefits and Compensation

• Pediatrix does cover your travel expenses (round trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice.
• We also cover your malpractice insurance for this W-2 per diem position.
• *Our benefits include for Per Diem members:
• Employee Assistance
• PTO: Per diem team members are not eligible for PTO
• Holidays: Per Diem team members are not eligible for company holidays.
• Other compensation: Per Diem team members are not eligible for other compensation.

This job posting will remain open, and we will continue to accept applications until an offer has been extended and accepted.

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.

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.