Locum MD (Medical Doctor) Neonatology

Description

This opportunity is ideal for an Associate-level physician looking to deliver high-quality neonatal care within a dynamic medical practice setting.

As a Locum Neonatology MD, you will provide comprehensive medical care to newborns, including critical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and related clinical settings. You will work closely with nursing staff, pediatric specialists, and the broader care team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate outcomes for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care to newborns and infants, including those with complex medical conditions
• Perform physical examinations, assessments, and evaluations of neonatal patients
• Diagnose and manage neonatal conditions, including prematurity, respiratory distress, and congenital anomalies
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the care team
• Oversee neonatal resuscitation and emergency interventions as needed
• Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests, imaging, and laboratory results
• Communicate effectively with parents and families regarding diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
• Collaborate with nursing staff, respiratory therapists, and other specialists to coordinate patient care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical protocols and safety guidelines

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school
• Board certification or eligibility in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Active and unrestricted medical license in the state of Illinois
• Current DEA registration and valid Board certification as required
• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal intensive care and newborn medicine
• Proficiency in neonatal resuscitation and critical care techniques
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and bedside manner skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced clinical environments
• Strong commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and evidence-based care
• Flexibility and reliability to meet the demands of a locum tenens contract assignment

Level III NICU or Level IIe Special Care Nursery

Schedule: 12-hour shifts

Annual Volume: 3,000+ deliveries

Support Staff: NNPs

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses