Pediatrix·Creve Coeur, Missouri
Provide 24-hour in-house neonatal care within a 100-bed Level-IV NICU at Mercy Children’s Hospital. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of pediatric sub-specialists to deliver evidence-based clinical services.
Overview We are seeking a tenth neonatologist to join our progressive, growing neonatal practice at Mercy Children’s Hospital in St. Louis. MO.
We have a team approach toward care in this 100-bed, Level-IV NICU Average daily census of 90, with 1,500 admissions and more than 10,000 deliveries annually Neonatologists and NNPs provide 24-hour, in-house care We provide a challenging clinical environment including conventional and high-frequency (both HFJV and HFOV) ventilation, nitric oxide and whole body cooling Our team works in close collaboration with a full complement of pediatric sub-specialists, including pediatric surgery, in a suburban Children's Hospital environment We have been long time members of the Vermont-Oxford network and our VON team maintains continuous involvement in QI initiatives We also provide neonatal services at two nearby Level-II NICUs with NNPs in-house 24 hours and neonatologists taking call from home Area:St. Louis is a cosmopolitan city, offering a multitude of recreational opportunities -- from major league sports teams to spectacular parks and golf courses to beautiful hiking and canoeing nearby. A community with a remarkably low cost of living for all of the comforts and attractions it affords, St. Louis is a big city with the convenience and sense of connectedness of a smaller one. The area prides itself on its award-winning school systems which feature many public school districts along with numerous private and secondary schools and is home to multiple major universities. Whether you prefer to live in the city or the suburbs, there is something for everyone. Overall, St. Louis has a sanity about it that's increasingly difficult to find. Perhaps that’s why it is consistently ranked among the most philanthropic cities in the country: People care about one another and their community.
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. About Us Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers. 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.
The position requires a qualified neonatologist to join an established neonatal practice. Candidates must be capable of managing complex clinical environments including advanced ventilation and therapeutic cooling.
Market context
Missouri neonatology openings typically signal steady demand in hospitals with established NICU services and complex newborn care needs. These roles are competitive because employers look for clinicians who can manage advanced ventilation, therapeutic cooling, and other high-acuity situations while working within an established neonatal practice. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm call expectations, unit level, and credentialing details before applying.