Neonatology - Physician

Company: SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital -
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Neonatology - Physician Position Overview We are excited to announce an opening for an academic neonatologist faculty role, focusing on delivering specialized clinical services in Level II and IV NICUs. This position includes involvement in fellowship training, quality enhancement initiatives, and research within a pediatric healthcare environment. The successful candidate will work alongside multidisciplinary teams, take on teaching duties, and provide on-call clinical support, with chances to engage in high-risk neonatal and fetal care programs. Applicants must be board certified or eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine and possess or be eligible for a medical license in Missouri. We are looking for dedicated academic neonatologists to join our thriving academic group at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. We particularly welcome candidates with expertise and interest in Neonatal Neurology, Simulation, and Quality Improvement. The Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine comprises 21 faculty members and research personnel. Our division operates a busy inpatient service within the 65-bed Level IV NICU at our pediatric hospital, which is a 190-licensed-bed, independent facility affiliated with a prominent medical school. Additionally, the division supports the labor and delivery services at a nearby hospital, which includes a 42-bed Level III NICU. Faculty members also oversee four Level II NICUs in the community and provide consultation services at the Fetal Care Institute, as well as staffing a high-risk developmental follow-up clinic. Our division features a fellowship program that recruits two fellows annually. We engage in both intra- and extra-mural funded clinical and basic science research and maintain a strong collaborative relationship with the School of Public Health. There are excellent teaching opportunities available for medical students and post-graduate trainees in both didactic and clinical settings. Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Attributes: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate patient care in a high-volume Level IV and Level II NICU alongside sub-specialists. Capability to lead a medical team and collaborate with ancillary services within the NICU. Proficiency in teaching and mentoring trainees and advanced practice providers. Detail-oriented and organized, with exceptional time management abilities. Key Responsibilities: Deliver clinical neonatology services at designated NICUs and community SCNs as directed by the Division Director. Provide antenatal consultation and neonatal resuscitation services on Labor and Delivery as requested by OB/MFM at each facility. Fulfill in-house call responsibilities at both the NICU and Level III NICU and L&D at the affiliated hospital according to the divisional schedule. Offer on-call support from home for community NICUs as per the Division's schedule. Engage in Fetal Care consultations and participate in the high-risk nursery follow-up clinic. Ensure timely and accurate documentation of all services rendered on behalf of the Division. Participate in educational conferences for trainees, staff, and community providers as necessary. Contribute to M&M conferences and present clinical cases as assigned during clinical service time. Engage in Quality Improvement initiatives as required in collaboration with the Division Director. Maintain all board licensing and credentialing requirements to uphold privileges at each participating hospital. Collaborate closely with faculty mentors and the Division Director on the academic portfolio. Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Candidates must be eligible for a medical license in Missouri. Located in St. Louis, MO, our pediatric hospital is a not-for-profit institution recognized among the top children's hospitals nationwide. We provide care for children and adolescents from the local area, Illinois, and beyond. As a distinguished pediatric facility, we are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. We offer: Advanced clinical facilities, including our Level IV NICU and Level I Pediatric Emergency & Trauma Center. Access to over 200 specialists, recognized as leading pediatric experts in their fields. A wide range of services exceeding 60, including emergency care, cardiology, neonatology, gastroenterology, and pediatric oncology. More than 195 beds catering to patients aged 0 to 21 years. St. Louis, home to the iconic Gateway Arch, is celebrated as one of the most livable cities in the nation. This vibrant metropolitan area boasts diverse neighborhoods across six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy districts like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and a thriving economy, St. Louis is an attractive destination for young professionals. The city offers a plethora of activities, including dining, parks, cultural events, and sports, ensuring there is always something to explore. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other legally protected statuses. To explore our current provider career opportunities, please visit our careers page. Keywords: neonatology, neonatal intensive care unit, NICU, pediatric hospital, neonatal-perinatal medicine, quality improvement, clinical research, faculty position, medical teaching, fetal care

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