Neonatology Locums Coverage Opportunity- Level III NICU/Special Care Nursery
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🚨 Neonatology Coverage Opportunity | Level III NICU | Michigan 🚨
A leading healthcare facility in Michigan is seeking a Board-Certified Neonatologist for ongoing coverage in a busy Level III NICU and Special Care Nursery setting. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative neonatal team and provide critical care support in a high-acuity environment.
📅 Coverage Dates:
July 1, 2026 – July 1, 2027
🩺 Position Highlights:
• Practice in a Level III NICU within a Level I Trauma Center
• Day shifts plus night/weekend home call coverage
• Providers must be able to arrive onsite within 30 minutes when called in
• Collaborative multidisciplinary neonatal care team
• EPIC EMR system
👶 Patient Population:
• Neonatal and NICU newborn patients
• Average daily census: 31 patients
• Approximately 3 admissions per day
• 47-bed unit including NICU and Special Care Nursery beds
📌 Clinical Responsibilities:
• Attend high-risk deliveries and C-sections
• Manage ventilator support including BiPAP/CPAP, oscillator ventilation, and Nitric Oxide (iNO)
• Perform advanced neonatal procedures including:
• Chest tube insertion
• Central and arterial line placement
• PA catheter insertion
• Umbilical Venous Catheterization (UVC)
• Umbilical Artery Catheterization (UAC)
• PICC placement
• Participate in neonatal resuscitation and emergency response
• Potential supervision of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs)
• Complete documentation using EPIC EMR
🤝 Support Team Includes:
• NICU Nurse Manager
• Operations Manager
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs)
• PT/OT specialists
• Dieticians
• Child Life Specialists
• Experienced NICU nursing staff
📋 Additional Details:
• Call ratio: 1:4
• Shift schedule currently flexible due to staffing needs
• Open Bay NICU setting
• Credentialing timeline: approximately 120+ days
If you’re an experienced Neonatologist looking for a rewarding coverage opportunity in a dynamic NICU environment, let’s connect!
We offer competitive compensation along with paid travel, and complimentary medical malpractice coverage. Get paid weekly via Direct Deposit.