Neonatology Physician
Alexandria, LA, 71301, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- neonatology
- neonatologist
- NICU
This position seeks a Board-Certified Neonatologist for per diem coverage at a Level III NICU in Alexandria, Louisiana, providing clinical care in a collaborative environment with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner support. The role involves managing a high-acuity 34-bed NICU, participating in transport coverage, and working a full-time 7-on/7-off schedule with home call responsibilities. Candidates must have recent neonatology experience, appropriate licensure or IMLC eligibility, and at least one year post-fellowship clinical experience.
December 22, 2025
Full-time team schedule: 7-on / 7-off
24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage
Neonatologists take home call after rounds
NNP-led transport team (Neonatologist covers in-house during transports)
34-bed Level III NICU with diverse acuity
Collaborative staffing: 2 Neonatologists + 4 NNPs
1,500-2,000 deliveries annually
Newborn nursery rounds
Evidence-based, quality-driven practice environment
Board Certified in Neonatology - REQUIRED
Minimum 1 year post-fellowship clinical experience - REQUIRED
Recent Neonatology experience within past 12 months - REQUIRED
Clinically active within the past 12 months - REQUIRED
At least 6 months specialty-specific clinical experience - REQUIRED
Louisiana license or IMLC eligibility - REQUIRED
Willing to speak with client via scheduled call - REQUIRED
A-rated malpractice coverage
Weekly direct deposit
24/7 dedicated recruiter support
Professional onboarding & credentialing
Prepaid travel & lodging
Open communication
Sense of urgency
Teamwork
Accountability
Driven to win
Higher consciousness




