Neonatologist (Per Diem)

Responsibilities

Pediatrix Medical Group, in partnership with Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital (RWCH), is seeking dedicated and compassionate Neonatologists to join our growing team in Alexandria, Louisiana on a per diem basis. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a true work-life balance with full time providers on a 7-on/7-off schedule and 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage.

About the Role

This is a per diem opportunity at Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital (RWCH) in Alexandria, Louisiana. The facility is a 34-bed, Level III NICU with a collaborative 2 Neonatologist / 4 NNP model, including home call for Neonatologists after rounds. There is 1,500–2,000 deliveries annually and a Newborn nursery rounds program led by NNPs.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• 34-bed, Level III NICU – diverse acuity and case variety
• Collaborative 2 Neonatologist / 4 NNP model
• NNPs in-house 24 hours a day
• Home call for Neonatologists after rounds
• Physician-led transport team (NNP covers in-house during transports)

Facility Information

Located within Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital: Central Louisiana’s largest and most advanced NICU, the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), a 19-bed pediatric unit, 29-bed well-baby nursery, and 26-bed OB/post-partum unit. RWCH is a cornerstone of pediatric and neonatal care in the region, offering cutting-edge facilities and a supportive environment for clinicians.

Discover Alexandria, LA

Nestled in the heart of Central Louisiana, Alexandria offers: A vibrant mix of arts, culture, and recreation, affordable living with big-city amenities in a small-town atmosphere, easy access via Interstate 49, and the scenic Alexandria Riverfront Center for events and entertainment.

Qualifications

• Active LA license or IMLC license preferred
• Board Certification in Neonatology required
• A minimum of 1-year post-fellowship clinical experience required
• Recent Neonatologist experience required (within the past 12 months)

Benefits and Compensation

• Pediatrix covers your travel expenses (round trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice.
• Pediatrix covers your malpractice insurance for this W-2 per diem position.
• Our benefits include:
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO: Per diem team members are not eligible for PTO
• Holidays: Per Diem team members are not eligible for company holidays
• Other compensation: Per Diem team members are not eligible for 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.

Please Note

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