Pediatrix·City of Syracuse, New York
Provide per diem neonatology coverage at St. Joseph’s Health Hospital and Upstate Community Hospital. Responsibilities include daytime in-house rounding and managing call duties for Level III NICU and Extra Care Nursery patients.
Overview Outstanding Per Diem Opportunity for a Neonatologist in Central New York
Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking an experienced, Board Certified neonatologist to provide per diem coverage in Syracuse, NY. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a physician friendly, team-oriented environment providing high quality care at two premier hospitals: St. Joseph’s Health Hospital and Upstate Community Hospital. Practice Highlights St. Joseph's Health Hospital – Level III NICU 14-bed Level III NICU with 24/7 in-house APP coverage; physicians take call from home Approximately 1800 deliveries annually with 200+ NICU admissions Subspecialty support is available through SUNY Upstate and associated groups Daytime rounding in-house at either the Level 1 or Level 3 Monday-Friday. Out of House call 14 hours for both units Monday-Thursday, usually the doc covering the L3 for the day. Friday-Sunday call for both units same provider all 3 days. Saturday-Sunday IH rounding on both units. Per Diem coverage is intermittent but there is a coverage need from October 11-14 Upstate Community Hospital – Extra Care Nursery 21 couplet care/postpartum rooms and 6 extra care nursery beds 24/7 in-house APP coverage with NICU specialized nursing; physician call from home Approximately 1000 deliveries annually, caring for infants 34+ weeks and those requiring oxygen, HFNC, or gavage feeding Coverage includes 98% of well babies About our Partner Hospitals St. Joseph’s Health (part of Trinity Health) is a nationally recognized non-profit healthcare system known for delivering top-tier care. It has been ranked among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the U.S. by Consumer Reports. Upstate Community Hospital is a nationally recognized health care facility that offers a comprehensive range of services. Named a Thomson Reuters 100 Top Hospitals: Performance Leader, and is nationally recognized for its premier orthopedic program, spine surgery, bariatric surgery, and maternity programs.
Candidates must be Board Certified in Neonatology with recent experience. An active New York state license or active IMLC is required.
Market context
New York neonatology openings often reflect steady demand in hospital NICUs and are typically competitive because employers look for Board Certified candidates with recent experience and an active New York license or active IMLC. This role also includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, and identity theft protection, and the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and recent NICU experience match the posting exactly.
