Neonatology Opening in Macon, GA

## Neonatologist Opening | Macon, GA Located in Macon, Georgia Full-Time, Permanent ## Practice Overview * Full-time Neonatologist opportunity in Macon, Georgia * Join an established neonatal team providing care in a 70-bed Level III NICU, one of Georgia's designated regional perinatal centers * Provide comprehensive care for critically ill and premature newborns in a high-acuity NICU * Utilize advanced neonatal therapies, including: * High-frequency ventilation * Inhaled nitric oxide * Total body cooling * Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team consisting of: * 7 Neonatologists * 6 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs) * Pediatric subspecialists * Pediatric Surgery * Maternal-Fetal Medicine * Practice within a modern 50,000-square-foot NICU that opened in 2019 * Work in a Level I Trauma Center serving infants throughout Central and South Georgia * Participate in a shared rounding and call schedule designed to promote work-life balance * No newborn nursery responsibilities—practice focused exclusively on NICU care * Participate in teaching and mentorship through an academic appointment with Mercer University School of Medicine * Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based neonatal care * J-1 visa sponsorship available ## Compensation & Recruitment Package * Competitive compensation based on experience * Substantial sign-on bonus * Relocation assistance available ## Job Qualifications * MD or DO * Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine * Completion of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship * Georgia medical license or eligibility * DEA registration required prior to start * Clean malpractice and licensure history strongly preferred * J-1 visa sponsorship available ## Benefits * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance * Life and disability insurance * 401(k) retirement plan * Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) * Voluntary supplemental benefit plans * Academic appointment opportunity * Supportive physician-led practice with strong mentorship and professional development ## Community Details Macon offers a unique blend of Southern hospitality, affordable living, and rich cultural heritage. Conveniently located just south of Atlanta, the city features vibrant music history, excellent dining, family-friendly neighborhoods, and abundant outdoor recreation. Physicians enjoy a lower cost of living, easy travel throughout Georgia, and access to one of the state's leading regional healthcare centers. Nearby Metro Areas: Warner Robins: ~20 miles | Atlanta: ~85 miles | Athens: ~95 miles | Columbus: ~100 miles