Neonatologist

Nemours Children's Health • Dover, DE

3h

About The Position

Nemours Children’s Health is seeking board-certified or board-eligible Neonatologists for partner locations at Bayhealth Kent in Dover, Delaware; Jefferson Einstein in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; or Inspira Medical Centers in Vineland and Mullica Hill, New Jersey. The role provides high-quality, family-centered neonatal care in local communities, supported by Nemours’ clinical resources, collaborative network, and pediatric expertise.

The Neonatologist works with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other professionals to care for premature infants, critically ill newborns, and babies with complex medical needs. The physician can also access the broader Nemours system for specialty consultation, care coordination, and transfer support when a higher level of pediatric care is needed.

The position offers an opportunity to help expand access to neonatal care at a community hospital partner while working within a pediatric system that values clinical excellence, innovation, education, and partnership.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of the selected practice location.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Commitment to compassionate, family-centered care and the Nemours mission of improving the health of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for newborns requiring specialized monitoring and treatment.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and support neonatal stabilization and resuscitation.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated, individualized plans of care.
• Communicate closely with families, referring physicians, and consulting specialists throughout the care journey.
• Promote quality, safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement in neonatal care.
• Participate in clinical coverage, call responsibilities, and team activities based on the needs of the selected partner location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree