Neonatal - Perinatal Medicine Physician

Join a Renowned Neonatology Practice in Topeka, Kansas!

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a full-time Neonatologist to join our 5-physician practice at a leading healthcare facility in Topeka, Kansas. Enjoy this opportunity in the Midwest capital city, well-known for its affordable cost of living and community-friendly atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities:

• Full-time BC/BE Neonatologist position available.
• Participate in a combination of 8 and 24-hour shifts on a 7-week rotating schedule, with approximately 170 hours per month of in-house coverage.
• Provide in-house call and backup call from home.
• Deliver a full range of services in a Level-III, 36-bed NICU.
• Utilize advanced techniques such as high-frequency ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide, total body cooling, and aEEG.
• Manage an average daily census of 26 with an average length of stay of 19 days.
• Handle approximately 500 admissions annually.
• Access to pediatric subspecialty support in Cardiology, Neurology, General Surgery, and Endocrinology.
• Work within a NICU that has maintained The Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification in the Care of Premature Babies since 2012.
• Open to new Fellow graduate candidates already board certified in Pediatrics.
• Consideration for J1 and H1B visa candidates.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified in Pediatrics.
• Truly Board Eligible (within 5 years of fellowship working toward Board Certification) or Board Certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Kansas medical license (or willingness to obtain).
• Fellowship-trained in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (to be completed prior to start).
• Clean malpractice and license history (highly preferred).
• DEA required (must be obtained prior to start; no exemptions).

License and Certification Requirements:

• Board Certified in Pediatrics - Required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - Required
• Kansas license (or willing to obtain) - Required
• Fellowship-trained in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - Required
• DEA (must be obtained prior to start) - Required

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