Cardiac Neonatologist-Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware at NemoursCareerSite

Wilmington, Delaware, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Building, Teaching, Clinical Expertise, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Neonatology, Cardiac Critical Care, Mentoring, Consultation, Care Pathway Development, Multidisciplinary Conferences, Adverse Event Review, Neonatal Resuscitation, Surgical Interventions, ECMO

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are looking for a skilled team builder, an effective teacher, and an outstanding clinician with both excellent communication and interpersonal skills and relevant clinical expertise. This position is a co-recruitment between the Division of Neonatology and the Division of Cardiac Critical Care. Qualified candidates will have experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team and with medically complex conditions and training in both neonatology and cardiac critical care. The position reports to the Division Chief of Neonatology with a dotted line to the Chief of Cardiac Critical Care. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team within the Department of Pediatrics. The Division provides inpatient and transport care and clinical service to the only Level 4 NICU in the state of Delaware. A faculty appointment consistent with the level of academic achievement will be provided at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. All levels of experience, including recent fellowship graduates who are board-eligible, will be considered. Key Responsibilities: Provide clinical coverage for critically ill neonates, including those requiring surgical interventions and ECMO, in both the NICU and PICU. This will include perinatal consultations as appropriate. Develop and implement care pathways across the Advanced Delivery Unit, NICU, and CICU. Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists, including medical and surgical subspecialists, to ensure comprehensive care. Teach and mentor neonatal fellows, APP students, pediatric residents, and medical students through bedside teaching, lectures, and simulation. Collaborate with maternal-fetal medicine specialists and lead the neonatal resuscitation team during high-risk deliveries in the Advanced Delivery Unit. Engage in multidisciplinary conferences and reviews of adverse events including Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and Morbidity and Mortality (M&M). What We Offer: Competitive base compensation and an annual incentive plan recognizing clinical activity, academic accomplishments, and quality improvement Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision Mortgage assistance, relocation packages, and 403(b) with employer match, plus 457(b) retirement savings plans Licensure, CME, and professional dues allowance Not-for-profit status with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness A faculty appointment at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, commensurate with academic achievement Qualifications: MD, DO or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited medical school Completion of an ACGME Accredited Pediatric Residency Program and a Neonatology Fellowship Program Board Eligibility/Certification in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine Eligibility to obtain valid DEA and Medical licensure in the state of Delaware An academic record commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or full Professor How to Apply For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact Jessica N. Vega, Sr. Physician Recruiter or here to email Rebecca Helgesen, Administrative Director. #LI-JV2 Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income. As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever. Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families. To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org. At Nemours Children’s, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care. We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children’s is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, click here. Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, a 220-bed facility located in Wilmington, serves as a Level IV NICU and the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state. For more than 80 years, its world-renowned care, education and research capabilities have healed hundreds of thousands of children and provided training for thousands of pediatric specialists across the U.S. In 2023–24, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in five pediatric specialties: cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery and orthopedics. The hospital is a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. This recognition highlights the center's improved surgical quality, reduced complications, lower costs and saved lives. Our nursing program has earned Magnet status for the third time from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®, demonstrating excellence in health care. We collaborate closely with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, providing pediatric specialty care for newborns and in the emergency department, and collaborating closely on research and care for complex conditions. Wilmington, Delaware Living in Wilmington, Delaware offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks and proximity to major East Coast cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, shopping districts and outdoor recreational opportunities along the Brandywine River. Wilmington is also a hub for business and employment.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide clinical coverage for critically ill neonates and develop care pathways across various units. They will also collaborate with subspecialists and engage in teaching and mentoring activities.