Physician/Attending - Neonatologist (POOL/Staff Relief) - Jupiter, FL

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated neonatologist for a Staff Relief/POOL opportunity in Florida’s Palm Beach County. This role involves providing essential care in a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, ensuring the health and well-being of newborns. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for teaching and research, alongside a collaborative team of healthcare professionals. With a commitment to advocacy and improving pediatric care, this role is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. Join a team that values excellence and innovation in pediatric healthcare.

Qualifications

• BC/BE fellowship-trained neonatologist with 3+ years of experience preferred.
• Current state medical license and American Heart Association BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Attend deliveries and provide prenatal consultations to high-risk babies.
• Perform clinical services including examinations and treatment plans.

Skills

Neonatal Resuscitation

Communication Skills

Clinical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)

Tools

Advanced Monitoring Technology

Respiratory Therapy Support

Job description

Description

Staff Relief/POOL Opportunity for Neonatologist in Florida’s Palm Beach County

Nicklaus Children's Health System and Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists (NCPS), the health system’s multispecialty medical group practice, have an opportunity for a BC/BE fellowship-trained neonatologist with a minimum of three years of experience (preferred) to provide Staff Relief/POOL services at the Level II De George Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Jupiter Medical Center, located on Florida’s Treasure Coast in Palm Beach County.

The 16-bed De George Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Jupiter Medical Center is equipped to care for babies born as early as 30 weeks. The unit adheres to policies, procedures, training, and competencies shared through the collaboration with Nicklaus Children's. In addition, the unit is staffed around-the-clock by neonatologists employed by Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists, along with APRNs who provide nursing staff oversight.

Features of the unit include:

• Advanced monitoring and technology
• Respiratory Therapy Support
• Multidisciplinary Rounds
• Outstanding Level III trained nursing staff
• A family lounge
• Treatment rooms
• Two private nesting rooms to foster bonding
• An infant feeding preparation space

Applicants should possess a passion for advocacy and improving care for all children. The candidate will be responsible for attending deliveries, providing prenatal consultations to high-risk babies, resuscitating and stabilizing newborns in the delivery room, and rounding on well babies in the Level II nursery. Candidates should be proficient in newborn resuscitation, including neonatal intubation, umbilical line placement, and peripheral cannulation, lumbar punctures, etc.

Shifts include daytime in-house shift with APRN backup at night or in-house coverage without an APRN when needed. Jupiter Medical Center delivers approximately 2,800 babies per year.

Competitive compensation.

Qualified candidates please contact:

Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter

[e-mail] or 786-624-3510

nicklauschildrens.org/NCPS

Job Summary

The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment, and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists, and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing.

Job Specific Duties

• Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment.
• Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.).
• Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs.
• Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls.
• Directly provides clinical services to patients including, but not limited to: performing and recording history and physical examinations, recording and interpreting pertinent patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays, and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications as required, ordering and/or performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings.
• Makes suggestions to Department Director and/or attending staff that may be beneficial to the improvement of the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement, Research, and Publishing.
• Participates in teaching of and is a role model to medical students and residents.
• Participates in the call schedule as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school
• Current state medical license and in good standing with medical board
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional clinical, research, and teaching skills and have a commitment to academic pediatrics.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.

Job :

Physician

Department :

NCPS-JMC NICU-3100-401630

Job Status

:Pool