We are seeking a dedicated Physician specializing in Neonatology for a 15-day assignment in Missouri. This urgent need involves 24-hour shifts, with daytime inpatient unit responsibilities in a NICU and overnight on-call duties. The role focuses on comprehensive neonatology care, supervising Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, and responding to the needs of critically ill infants. Responsibilities and Duties Working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Managing the inpatient unit during daytime hours. Providing overnight on-call coverage, returning for the sickest babies or NNP transports. Supervising a team of 3 full-time Neonatal Nurse Practitioners. Attending deliveries for infants less than 29 weeks gestation and twins. Consulting in the regular nursery and occasionally in Pediatrics for cases such as jaundice. Providing prenatal consultations in Obstetrics. Managing patients requiring High Frequency Oscillation Ventilator (HFOV) and therapeutic hypothermia (whole body cooling). Accepting admissions from Pediatrics for infants as young as one week old.

Additional Information Board Certifications:

Neonatology Required Certifications:

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

EMR:

Epic Setting:

Inpatient Call Schedule:

Out-of-house call, with requirements to return for sickest babies or NNP transports.

Patients per day:

Average census in the NICU is 14-16 babies, managed by the team.

LOA:

15

Days Staffing Mix:

Full support staff and subspecialists available, including Obstetrics, Pediatric Hospitalists, Cardiology, and Ophthalmology for screenings. Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities