
Pediatrix Medical Group
Neonatologist | Take great care of the patient, every day and in every way
Winter Haven, FL
Overview
Peaceful Lakeside Living in Sunny Central Florida - Winter Haven Responsibilities
Join a close‑knit neonatology team in a warm, welcoming community nestled between Tampa and Orlando. Pediatrix® Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Neonatologist to join our well‑established practice at Winter Haven Women’s Hospital, part of the nationally recognized BayCare Health System.
This role offers the perfect blend of clinical impact, lifestyle flexibility, and the support of one of the strongest neonatal networks in the country.
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🌟 **Position Highlights **
- Practice at Winter Haven Women’s Hospital, a specialty hospital dedicated to women and newborns
- Busy 11‑bed Level II NICU
- 236 annual NICU admissions with an average daily census of 6
- Approx. 1,800 deliveries annually
- Work in a 2‑physician practice supported by skilled NNPs and the larger BayCare neonatology team in Tampa
- Attend all C‑sections and deliveries <34 weeks
- Flexible schedule with potential for every other week off
- Home call during service weeks for excellent work–life balance
- Competitive salary + bonus plan, plus a generous sign‑on bonus
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🩺 **Why Pediatrix? **
- The nation’s largest network of employed neonatologists
- Founded by neonatologists, for neonatologists
- Access to over 4,400 physicians across 375+ facilities
- Strong clinical support, education, and peer collaboration
- Home to the largest neonatal database in the U.S.
- Creator of Babysteps, a proprietary documentation system designed specifically for neonatal care
- Over 45 years dedicated to advancing neonatal medicine
- A mission rooted in compassion:
“Take great care of the patient, every day and in every way.”
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🏥 **About Winter Haven Women’s Hospital **
- Part of BayCare, a top‑ranked not‑for‑profit health system with 16 hospitals
- BayCare is consistently recognized for clinical excellence and as an outstanding workplace
- 61‑bed specialty hospital focused entirely on women and newborns
- Family‑centered maternity care, advanced technology, and highly trained neonatologists
- Winter Haven Hospital has delivered exceptional, patient-centered care since 1926
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🌴 **Why You’ll Love Winter Haven, Florida **
Discover a peaceful, family-friendly community with unbeatable access to Florida’s best attractions:
- Known as the “Chain of Lakes City” with 16 connected lakes and 55+ lakes within city limits
- Minutes to world‑class beaches and 45 minutes from Tampa or Orlando
- Home to LEGOLAND Florida Resort; Disney and Universal just a short drive away
- Stunning landmarks like Cypress Gardens and Bok Tower Gardens
- Proud home of the first Publix grocery store
- Affordable lakefront living, quiet neighborhoods, and no state income tax
- Warm, sunny weather year‑round
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✨ **Join Us **
If you're a Neonatologist looking for a supportive team, flexible schedule, and a beautiful place to call home, this opportunity offers the perfect balance of professional fulfillment and quality of life.
Qualifications
BC/BE in Neonatology
About Pediatrix Medical Group
Joining the Pediatrix® family means becoming part of a diverse and inclusive team of patient-centered physicians, advanced practitioners, clinical leaders, business, and operational experts. Pediatrix® offers full-time and part-time opportunities in a variety of communities and practice settings. What do we provide that helps ensure your success? Along with total rewards packages customized to your needs, opportunities for professional development, clinician mental health and well-being support, you will have the support of local, regional and national leadership, no-cost CME and CNE, education on clinical best practices, and robust clinical research opportunities. We are proud to foster a collegial environment, where we work together every day to take great care of the patient®.
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Posted January 21, 2026