Roanoke, Virginia, Neonatologist Medical Director Opening

Roanoke, Virginia – Neonatologist Medical Director

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

Seeking a Board-Certified Neonatologist (MD/DO) to serve as Practice Medical Director at a high-acuity Level IIIB NICU in Roanoke, Virginia. This leadership opportunity combines direct clinical care with oversight of clinical operations, quality initiatives, program development, and academic advancement.

Position Details

• Position Type: Permanent, full-time

• Schedule: Varied clinical and administrative schedule based on NICU coverage, typically 12–24-hour neonatal coverage shifts

• Weekend Requirements: Rotational 24-hour NICU coverage

• Call Requirements: Shared neonatal call coverage with the physician leadership team on a rotational 24-hour basis

• Location Requirement: Must reside within the immediate local area; relocation may be required

• Candidate Restrictions: No locums or visa candidates accepted

Clinical and Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in a 60-bed Level IIIB NICU with approximately 625 annual admissions

• Serve as Practice Medical Director, overseeing clinical operations and provider performance

• Lead and implement quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

• Drive clinical innovation and program development within the neonatal service line

• Collaborate with hospital leadership and academic partners to expand neonatal services

• Work alongside multidisciplinary pediatric subspecialists, including:

  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

  • Pediatric Surgery

• Utilize advanced neonatal therapies, including:

  • High-frequency ventilation

  • Nitric oxide therapy

Academic and Teaching Opportunities

• Participate in teaching and academic responsibilities for medical students, pediatric residents, and family medicine residents

• Contribute to Grand Rounds, simulation boot camps, and educational programming

• Mentor residents in quality improvement and research projects

• Support and expand scholarly and academic initiatives in partnership with the medical school

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and training

• Potential sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and disability coverage

  • Healthcare FSA and Dependent Care FSA

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Optional voluntary benefits available through payroll deduction

• Employer-supported benefits promoting work-life balance and family well-being

Requirements

• MD or DO degree

• Board Certified in Neonatology – Required

• Active Virginia medical license

• Neonatology experience – Required

• Leadership experience in NICU or clinical program development – Required

• Experience in clinical quality initiatives or program development

• Active state DEA registration

• Must be eligible for hospital credentialing

What Is Great About Roanoke?

• Roanoke offers a beautiful setting in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, with abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. The area features a vibrant downtown, local restaurants, arts and cultural attractions, and a welcoming community, while offering a comfortable balance of city amenities and access to nature.

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