Neonatologist (Per Diem)

Pediatrix Medical Group; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 277,000 - 480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking Board Certified Neonatologists to join our collaborative, high-performing team on a per diem basis at Southeast Health and Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL. This role emphasizes work-life balance and clinical excellence.

You will pick up shifts as available, with no minimum hours. Travel expenses are covered for those outside a commutable distance, and malpractice insurance is provided for the W-2 per diem position.

Qualifications

• Board-certified Neonatology required (ABMS).
• Active AL license or IMLC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide neonatal specialty care in Level III/II NICU settings.
• Collaborate with NICU team to ensure clinical excellence.

Education

Board Certification in Neonatology

Job description

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 the Emerald Coast beaches, with a low cost of living and 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
• 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 the Alabama 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?

• 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)

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.

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.