Neonatologist | Take great care of the patient, every day and in every way

Overview

NICU Excellence + Collegial Team + Home Call – Discover Your Next Career Move

Responsibilities

Pediatrix Medical Group, in partnership with Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital (RWCH), is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Neonatologist to join our growing team in Alexandria, Louisiana.

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a true work-life balance with a 7-on/7-off schedule and 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• 34-bed, Level III NICU – diverse acuity and case variety
• Collaborative 2 Neonatologist / 4 NNP model
• NNPs in-house 24 hours a day
• Home call for Neonatologists after rounds
• 1,500–2,000 deliveries annually
• Newborn nursery rounds
• NNP-led transport team (physician covers in-house during transports)

You’ll be part of a collegial, evidence-based team focused on quality-driven protocols and continuous improvement in neonatal care.

About the Facility:

Located within Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital:

• Central Louisiana’s largest and most advanced NICU
• The region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• A 19-bed pediatric unit, 29-bed well-baby nursery, and 26-bed OB/post-partum unit

RWCH is a cornerstone of pediatric and neonatal care in the region, offering cutting-edge facilities and a supportive environment for clinicians.

Discover Alexandria, LA:

Nestled in the heart of Central Louisiana, Alexandria offers:

• A vibrant mix of arts, culture, and recreation
• Affordable living with big-city amenities in a small-town atmosphere
• Easy access via Interstate 49
• The scenic Alexandria Riverfront Center for events and entertainment

Qualifications

• BC Pediatrics
• BE/BC Neonatology

Benefits and Compensation

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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®.