Physician Assistant - Neonatal

Pediatrix Medical Group; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation package

Comprehensive benefits

401k plan

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a Neonatal Physician Assistant to join the team at Golisano Children’s Hospital in Southwest Florida. You will provide high‑acuity neonatal coverage in a state‑of‑the‑art Level III NICU, with additional Level I coverage and well‑baby care as needed.

The role offers a collaborative, learning‑driven environment with a strong emphasis on family‑centered care, research opportunities, and a competitive compensation package including sign‑on and relocation options.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with PA licensure.
• Completion of, or enrollment in, a post‑masters Neonatal PA program or 1 year NICU PA experience.
• Strong neonatal ICU exposure and patient‑care skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend coverage in the Level III NICU.
• Occasional Level I coverage including well‑baby care with home back‑up.

Skills

Neonatal care

Physician Assistant

Team collaboration

Critical care

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

EPIC

NICU equipment

Job description

Coastal Living - Sunny Southwest Florida

Golisano Children's Hospital

Pediatrix® Medical Group is excited to welcome a Neonatal Physician Assistant to our well-established and highly respected practice at Golisano Children's Hospital, the premier children’s hospital serving Southwest Florida. This is a unique opportunity to practice high-acuity neonatal care in a state-of-the-art facility while enjoying an exceptional Gulf Coast lifestyle.

About the Practice & NICU

• 70-bed, Level III NICU with advanced technology and a collaborative care model
• Two-facility health system with 7,000 annual deliveries
• Cape Coral Hospital provides Level I, low-risk delivery services
• Primary responsibilities include attending coverage in the Level III NICU
• Occasional Level I coverage including well-baby care with home back‑up coverage
• Full range of subspecialty services available (excluding cardiovascular surgery and ECMO)
• High-risk delivery service coverage
• 12-hour shifts with an option for 24-hour shifts based on prior experience
• Supportive team of 10 Neonatologists and 10 NNPs
• Strong emphasis on developmentally sensitive, family-centered care

A Culture That Supports Growth

• Team‑oriented environment that values collaboration and respect
• Core values centered on lifelong learning and professional development
• Robust quality improvement program
• Opportunities for clinical research, if desired
• Exceptional new graduates from a Neonatal PA training program are encouraged to apply - Tuition assistance available

About Golisano Children’s Hospital

• Part of the Lee Health system
• The only children’s hospital between Tampa and Miami
• Stand‑alone, 135‑bed, 7‑story facility opened in 2017
• Home to Southwest Florida’s only state‑designated Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Unit
• Named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group four times, among many other accolades

Fort Myers: Live Where Others Vacation

• Stunning Gulf Coast location with miles of white‑sand beaches and crystal‑clear waters
• Premier destination for boating, fishing, shelling, and outdoor recreation—just minutes from Sanibel Island
• Diverse, welcoming community with a rich mix of cultures, cuisine, festivals, and events
• Abundant recreational options: golf, tennis, hiking, biking, and water sports
• Excellent public and private school options
• Growing coastal city with approximately 92,000 residents
• Subtropical climate with year‑round sunshine (Average temps: 64°F winter | 84°F summer)
• Lower cost of living compared to many Florida coastal cities
• No state income tax
• Current certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Minimum of a master’s degree
• Applicants must have completed, or enroll in, a one year post‑masters Neonatal PA training program or have one year of recent experience as a Neonatal PA in a NICU

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign‑on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

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.