Medical Director -Neonatology

Overview

We are looking for a skilled doctor who specializes in caring for newborns. This position is at a hospital with a special unit for newborns called the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit).

• Lead the NICU team as a Medical Director or help as an Associate Medical Director to ensure excellent care for sick newborns.
• Manage advanced treatments for babies, such as special breathing support and cooling therapy.
• Work with other doctors and specialists in pediatrics and maternal-fetal medicine to provide the best care.
• Help teach medical students and residents from Virginia Tech School of Medicine about newborn care.
• Join in efforts to improve health care quality and participate in research in the Virginia Neonatal Perinatal Collaborative.
• Provide patient care during days, be on call, and work some weekends as necessary.
• Follow hospital rules and take part in meetings for leadership and planning.

This is a full-time, permanent job, and you should live close to the hospital. You may need to move to this area.

• You must be Board Eligible (completed residency within the last 5 years) or Board Certified in Neonatology - this is a must.
• You need to have a Virginia medical license or be willing to get one.
• A clean record with no malpractice or medical license issues is preferred.
• Must have DEA certification.

• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Must have a Virginia state license.