Physician Assistant - Neonatal

Pediatrix Medical Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pediatrix Medical Group invites a Neonatal Physician Assistant to join the NICU team at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies in Orlando. The role requires completion of a neonatal training program and at least one year of PA experience in a NICU, with NCCPA certification and a master's degree enabling expert patient care.

The successful candidate will work within a high-acuity, Level IV NICU with multidisciplinary support and opportunities for advanced neonatal education and research

Qualifications

• Completion of a neonatal training program.
• One year of PA experience in a Neonatal ICU.
• Current certification through NCCPA.
• Minimum of a master’s degree.

Skills

Neonatal experience

NCCPA certification

Education

Master’s degree

Neonatal PA training program

Job description

US News & World Report Ranked - Busiest Labor & Delivery Unit in Florida

Experienced Neonatal Physician Assistant

Pediatrix® Medical Group is seeking an experienced Neonatal Physician Assistant to join its nationally recognized NICU team at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies—one of the most advanced neonatal programs in the country.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• 142-bed, Level IV NICU caring for ~1,900 infants annually
• One of the largest and most technologically advanced NICUs in the U.S.
• ECMO Center of Excellence (1 of only 4 in Florida)
• Full pediatric and surgical subspecialty support through Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
• High-acuity, complex cases through a renowned Fetal Care Center, including EXIT procedures
• Dedicated RN/RT teams for deliveries, transport, and PICC lines
• Strong culture of leadership, collaboration, and patient-centered excellence
• Completion of a neonatal training program and prior NICU experience required.

Join a True Academic Team

• Collaborative group of 25 neonatologists and 7 NNPs
• Neonatal Fellowship training site
• Advanced education in POCUS and Neonatal Hemodynamics
• 12-hour day and night shifts with flexibility

About Winnie Palmer Hospital

• 350-bed hospital with Florida’s busiest labor & delivery unit
• ~15,000 deliveries annually
• Named a “Best Children’s Hospital in Neonatology” by U.S. News & World Report
• Widely recognized for national and international excellence

Life in Orlando

• World-class attractions: Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld
• Lower cost of living than many major Florida metros
• Year-round outdoor recreation, vibrant arts and culture, and professional sports
• Excellent schools and universities
• Easy access to Cocoa Beach and Daytona Beach
• Current certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Minimum of a master’s degree
• Applicants must have completed a Neonatal PA training program and have one year of PA experience in a Neonatal ICU

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 At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

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.