NICU PA — Per Diem, Denver (Travel Covered)

Pediatrix; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice tail coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Pediatrix is seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant for Denver, CO to provide Level II/III NICU coverage on 24-hour in-house shifts. The role includes attending high-risk deliveries, rounding newborns, and offering obstetrics/gynecology support as needed.

The position offers per diem pay starting at $65 per hour, travel expenses for those outside commuting distance, malpractice tail coverage, and an employee assistance program. Prior NICU-level experience is required.

Qualifications

• Current NCCPA certification.
• Master’s degree completed.
• CO active license or eligibility required.
• Minimum 3 years of postgraduate NICU (Level II/III) experience.
• Hands-on Obstetrics/Gynecology and/or Neonatology in hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Level II/III NICU coverage on a 24-hour in-house NICU shift.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and round newborns; assist in Level III NICU as needed.
• Provide downtime coverage to a 23-hour NNP for 2–4 hours in the afternoon.

Skills

NCCPA certification

Master's degree

CO license

NICU experience

OB/GYN/Neonatology experience

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Pediatrix is seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant for Denver, CO to provide Level II/III NICU coverage on 24-hour in-house shifts. The role includes attending high-risk deliveries, rounding newborns, and offering obstetrics/gynecology support as needed.

The position offers per diem pay starting at $65 per hour, travel expenses for those outside commuting distance, malpractice tail coverage, and an employee assistance program. Prior NICU-level experience is required.