Neonatologist - South Dakota

iRecruitmd; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

iRecruitmd is seeking a Neonatologist to provide comprehensive medical care for neonates in the NICU and related newborn settings. You will lead daily rounds, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes for premature and critically ill newborns.

The role emphasizes family-centered communication, quality improvement participation, and education of residents and fellows, with rotating day/night/on-call coverage as required by the program.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of a Pediatrics residency program.
• Completion of a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care to neonates in the NICU, including premature and critically ill infants.
• Perform comprehensive neonatal assessments, daily rounds, and ongoing management.
• Diagnose and manage complex neonatal conditions such as respiratory distress, sepsis, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Supervise neonatal resuscitation and stabilization in the delivery room.
• Interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory results, imaging, and blood gases.
• Manage respiratory support including mechanical ventilation and noninvasive modalities.
• Coordinate care with neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, respiratory therapists, and pediatric subspecialists.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding clinical status, care plans, and prognosis.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives.
• Supervise and educate residents, fellows, medical students, and advanced practice providers.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in on-call coverage for neonatal services.
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards.

Skills

Neonatal physiology

Critical care

Clinical judgment

Family communication

Evidence-based care

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

Pediatrics residency

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship

Job description

The Neonatologist provides comprehensive medical care to premature, critically ill, and medically complex newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and related newborn care settings. This role focuses on advanced clinical management, family-centered care, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for neonates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct medical care to neonates in the NICU, including premature and critically ill infants
• Perform comprehensive neonatal assessments, daily rounds, and ongoing management
• Diagnose and manage complex neonatal conditions such as respiratory distress, sepsis, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• Supervise neonatal resuscitation and stabilization in the delivery room
• Interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory results, imaging, and blood gases
• Manage respiratory support including mechanical ventilation and noninvasive modalities
• Coordinate care with neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, respiratory therapists, and pediatric subspecialists
• Communicate effectively with families regarding clinical status, care plans, and prognosis
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
• Supervise and educate residents, fellows, medical students, and advanced practice providers
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in on-call coverage for neonatal services
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency program
• Completion of an accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills and Competencies

• Expertise in neonatal physiology and critical care
• Strong clinical judgment and decision‑making skills
• Ability to manage high‑acuity neonatal patients
• Excellent communication and family counseling skills
• Commitment to evidence‑based, patient‑centered care
• Neonatal intensive care units, delivery rooms, and newborn nurseries
• Schedule may include day, night, weekend, and on‑call coverage depending on program structure

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout clinical environments
• Manual dexterity for neonatal procedures and resuscitation
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient monitoring and clinical assessment