Job description
Neonatology Physician Opportunity - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Seeking a Neonatology Physician to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Our NICU provides care to term and preterm newborn infants in an advanced 22-bed AAP Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Position Details
- Full-time position
- Flexible shifts and scheduling
- Holidays shared among the team
- Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals
- EPIC EMR used to improve care coordination
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive critical care to neonatal inpatients
Offer neonatal consultation services, including:
- Newborn nursery
- Inpatient pediatrics
- Emergency department
- Labor and delivery
- Referring institutions
Perform procedures such as:
- Lumbar puncture
- Endotracheal intubation
- Umbilical line placement
Communicate effectively with caregivers
Maintain timely and accurate documentation (NeoData, Epic)
Participate in teaching and development of nursing and ancillary staff:
- STABLE
- NRP
- Bedside teaching
- Educational conferences
Contribute to unit practice improvement:
- VON quality collaboratives
- Journal clubs
- Division meetings
- Protocol writing and review
Collaborate as a team member to improve community health
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatology
Unrestricted medical license in the state of Iowa
Current and unrestricted state and federal prescribing authority
Eligible to work in the United States
H-1B waiver available
Patient-focused, collaborative, and team-oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits Details
Competitive salary position
Attractive incentive package
Comprehensive Total Rewards program
Generous time off and CME allowance
Malpractice insurance
Retirement contributions
Dedicated provider resources to support work–life balance
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including free third-party loan restructuring support
Inclusive culture valuing diversity and provider voice
Ongoing professional support and development opportunities
Facility Details
24/7 in-house neonatology coverage
Team includes 4 neonatologists and 4 nurse practitioners
Free-standing Women’s and Children’s Health Center
Care for non-surgical infants ≥ 23 weeks’ gestation
Regional hub for affiliate institutions throughout northeastern Iowa
Advanced clinical services include:
- High-frequency ventilation (jet and oscillator)
- Inhaled nitric oxide
- Therapeutic hypothermia
- Specialized neonatal transport services
Strong emphasis on:
- Evidence-based, multidisciplinary care
- Family-centered and developmentally appropriate care
Nationally recognized for family-centered care
On-site Ronald McDonald Family Room
Community: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids is a vibrant and industrious city known for arts, culture, and economic growth. As Iowa’s second-largest city, “The City of Five Seasons” offers:
Affordable cost of living
Excellent career opportunities
Amenities comparable to Chicago, St. Louis, and Minneapolis—without the congestion