Neonatologist Alexandria, LA Permanent Full-Time Position at Leading Pediatric Facility Are you a compassionate Neonatologist seeking a balanced schedule, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a difference in a supportive clinical environment? Join a leading facility in Alexandria, Louisiana, offering a 7-on/7-off schedule, home call model, and comprehensive neonatal care in a vibrant community.
Quick Facts
- Location: Alexandria, LA (501 Medical Center Drive)
- Start Date: Negotiable
- Position Duration: Permanent
- Shift: 7-on/7-off schedule; home call after daily rounds
- Hours/Week: Full-time
- Employment Type: Permanent
- License/Certs: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics; BC/BE in Neonatology acceptable
- Experience: Preference for neonatal intensive care experience; residency within the local area required
Pay & Benefits
- Pay package: Competitive, discussed during interview
- Additional Benefits: Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability coverage, HSA, FSA options, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Program, well-being programs, and structured schedule promoting work-life balance
What You ll Do
- Provide expert neonatal care in a 34-bed Level III NICU with high acuity and complex cases
- Conduct daily rounds and develop tailored patient care plans
- Collaborate with a team of 2 Neonatologists and 4 NNPs
- Oversee and support 24/7 in-house NNP coverage
- Manage newborn nursery rounds and deliveries (approximately 1,500-2,000 annually)
- Support neonatal transports led by NNPs
- Uphold evidence-based protocols and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
- Work in a collegial, multidisciplinary environment focused on clinical excellence
- Engage in ongoing educational and clinical advancements
What You Need
- Required: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics; valid medical license in Louisiana or eligible to obtain
- Preferred: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience; residency within the immediate local area
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); additional certifications as applicable
- Experience: Residency within local area preferred; neonatal ICU experience a plus
About the Assignment
Join a highly regarded pediatric hospital in Alexandria, offering a caring and collaborative environment focused on delivering top-tier neonatal care. Benefit from a balanced schedule that allows personal time while providing meaningful clinical impact in a community-oriented setting. Relocation may be required to join this esteemed team and advance your neonatology career.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .
