Neonatologist

About the Role

Our well-respected and established neonatology practice at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS, is recruiting for a Neonatologist interested in an evolving QI team-based opportunity.

• Fully supported 8-physician practice with a collaborative, dynamic team
• Minimum 2 neonatologists on until 4 pm; very close-knit team creating a flexible schedule with strong NNP support
• 24‑hour in‑house coverage in a Level‑III, 80‑bed NICU with round‑the‑clock coverage — no call required from home
• 1 NEO and 2 NNPs working 24/7; no single‑person coverage in the evening
• High‑acuity environment: ~6,000 deliveries annually, intensive and special care units averaging ~1,200 admissions per year, average daily census of 60
• High volume with procedures: handle OK/NE/Western Kansas transfers — lumbar punctures, line placements, etc.
• Comprehensive services provided except ECMO and heart surgery
• Supportive environment working alongside residents and nurse practitioners for both day and night shifts
• Academic affiliation with KU School of Medicine – Wichita, offering extensive QI and research opportunities
• J‑1 Visa candidates encouraged to apply

Requirements

• Board Certified in Pediatrics
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatology
• J‑1 Visa applicants welcome

Compensation

• Starting salary range starting at $275,000 with annual salary increases
• First‑year guaranteed bonus paid out in monthly installments
• Year‑end annual bonus eligibility
• Sign‑on bonus, relocation assistance, and paid licensing fees

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and Disability insurance
• Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSAs
• 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Some benefits provided at no cost; others require cost‑share between employee and company
• Voluntary plans available via convenient payroll deductions

Location

Wichita, Kansas offers a blend of affordability, community, and opportunity. The cost of living is low, allowing for a comfortable lifestyle. The city is known for its friendly, welcoming community and rich cultural and recreational activities — museums, theaters, and beautiful parks. Wichita’s job market is robust, particularly in aviation and healthcare, providing ample career opportunities. With excellent schools and safe neighborhoods, it’s an ideal place for families.

About Pediatrix Medical Group

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 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.