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Overview

Neonatologist Opportunity – Flexible Scheduling | Beautiful Ozark Mountains | Springfield, MO Responsibilities

Are you looking for a rewarding neonatology role that also supports a healthy work-life balance? Nestled in the scenic Ozark Mountains and near multiple lakes, our practice offers the ideal blend of professional fullfillment and personal flexibility.

We are a well-established team of 4 neonatologists and 5 NNPs. We have a manageable Level III NICU — a place where you’ll care for a balanced-mix of patients without the high-volume burnout. Hospital-employed pediatricians handle routine newborn care, allowing you to focus on what you do best. Whether you're looking for a full-time role or part-time flexibility, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Your Work Schedule (Full-Time):

• ~2 weeks/month alternating between primary and backup neonatologist roles

• Primary neonatologist

• In-house daytime coverage (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.) of primary patients and supervision of half of NNP patients

• At-home backup for in-house NNP overnight

• Attend high-risk deliveries (<27 weeks, major anomalies)

• Backup neonatologist

• Short in-house rounding (8 a.m. – 11 a.m.) on primary patients and supervision of half of NNP patients

• At-home availability for backup support of primary neonatologist emergencies

Our NICU at a Glance:

• 46-bed, Level III single-room design with average census of 25

• ~450 admits/year with 10% under 1500 grams

• In-house 24/7 NNP coverage (minimum 5 years’ Level III experience)

• High-frequency oscillators, jet ventilators, iNO (ECMO and cardiac patients are transferred to in-state Level IV regional NICUs)

• Total body cooling with 24/7 video EEG and pediatric neurology support

• POCUS with bedside ultrasound available

• Donor milk + dedicated milk tech preparation of feedings

• EPIC and Baby Steps Cloud EMRs

• Dedicated procedural nurses: delivery attendance, intubation, umbilical and PIC line placement, NICU transport (air and ground)

• NICU-dedicated SLP/PT/OT/RT/pediatric pharmacy 7 days/week

About Springfield, Missouri:

Live where others vacation. Springfield is Missouri’s third largest city of 170,000, located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains near numerous lakes and trails.

• Low cost of living – 13% below national average

• Affordable housing – 25% below national average

• Big-city amenities with a small-town feel

• Colleges, museums, live music, and the legendary Buc-ee’s & Costco

• Easy travel – 1 hour to Branson, 2 hours to Kansas City, and 3 hours to St. Louis or fly nonstop to the beaches of Florida for under $200 round-trip

• Home to the Springfield Cardinals farm team

✳️ Bonus: Our facility is in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) and Medically Underserved Area/Population (MUA/MUP).

Qualifications

BC/BE in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

About Pediatrix Medical Group

Pediatrix & Obstetrix is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children.
Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.