Neonatologist
About the role
We are seeking a BC/BE neonatologist to join our team of BC neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners to provide in-house coverage for Saint Luke’s Health System in Kansas City, Missouri.
Saint Luke’s Health System offers comprehensive neonatal care with advanced ventilator support and encompasses three NICUs:
- The main unit at St. Luke's Hospital is a regional perinatal referral center with a 49-bed, Level-IIIB NICU offering iNO, HFOV and HFJV, therapeutic hypothermia, and a highly successful ELGAN program caring for infants as young as 22 weeks gestation. Over 450 annual admissions and an ADC of 30. The main unit has in-house coverage and NNPs in-house 24/7.
- A 15-bed Level-IIIA NICU.
- One growing Level-II NICU in addition to well-baby care, offering out-of-house coverage with NNPs in-house 24/7.
Schedule: Q4 start, 3-5 shifts per month.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-house coverage for neonatal care within Saint Luke’s Health System.
Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible Neonatologist.
- Minimum 1 year of experience.
- Active Missouri license.
Benefits
- Pediatrix covers per diem staff travel expenses (round-trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice.
- W-2 employment status.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Malpractice insurance, plus tail coverage.
Note: Per diem team members are not eligible for PTO, company holidays, or other compensation.
About Us
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.