Perm - Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - MD/DO

Job Title: Full-Time Neonatologist

Join a collaborative and highly specialized neonatal care team in Kansas City, Missouri, providing advanced in-house NICU coverage across multiple facilities within a prestigious health system. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team committed to delivering exceptional care to critically ill neonates.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide in-house neonatal care coverage at the main Level-IIIB NICU (49 beds).
• Manage critically ill neonates using advanced therapies such as:
  • Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO)
  • High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV)
  • High-frequency jet ventilation (HFJV)
  • Therapeutic hypothermia
• Care for extremely low gestational age newborns (ELGAN), including those as young as 22 weeks.
• Support over 450 annual NICU admissions with an average daily census of 30.
• Collaborate with board-certified neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners.
• Work alongside NNPs providing 24/7 in-house support.
• Provide oversight or support to:
  • A 15-bed Level-IIIA NICU
  • A growing Level-II NICU
  • Well-baby care units
• Participate in out-of-house coverage supported by telehealth services.
• Engage in quality improvement (QI) initiatives within the practice.
• Pursue individual clinical or academic interests.
• Contribute to regional delivery services and neonatal care coordination.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Missouri Medical License (or willingness to obtain).
• Clean Malpractice/License History (highly preferred).
• Experience in managing critically ill neonates.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

License and Certification Requirements:

• Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine certification (implied via BC/BE Neonatologist requirement).
• DEA certification must be obtained prior to start.
• Most recent NPDB Self Query Report (within 30 days active) required at presentation.
• Visa support (J1 or H1B) required if applicable.

Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of Kansas City, Missouri! Known for its distinctive jazz heritage, delicious barbecue cuisine, and bustling arts scene, the city offers a variety of recreational and cultural activities, making it a wonderful place to live and work. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle while contributing to the health and wellness of the community.