Chief of Neonatal Intensive Care

Nemours Children's Health is seeking an accomplished Neonatologist to become Chief of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and lead our team in Jacksonville, Florida.

The Chief will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Level IV NICU at the nationally recognized Wolfson Children's Hospital.

Candidates should have demonstrated leadership experience and excellent clinical and interpersonal skills as well as a high regard for teamwork.

Key responsibilities:


* Provide expert clinical care to critically ill and premature newborns in the NICU.


* Guide medical decision-making and promote best practices in neonatal-perinatal medicine.


* Lead complex case management and serve as a resource to the care team.


* Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, state guidelines).


* Lead, supervise, and evaluate a multidisciplinary team of neonatologists, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals.


* Manage staffing models, scheduling, and resource allocation.


* Develop and enforce clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.


* Collaborate with hospital administration on budgeting, planning, and service line development.

What We Offer:


* No state income tax in Florida


* Competitive compensation


* Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision


* Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans


* Licensure, CME and dues allowance


* Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications:


* MD or DO


* Board certified/eligible in area of specialty


* Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA


* Minimum 5 years of experience


* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.