Job Description:
Neonatologist - Denver, CO
When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.”
About this role:
Clinical Care
- Patient Diagnosis: Conduct thorough examinations of newborns, diagnose conditions, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Life-Saving Interventions: Provide immediate medical care for newborns in critical condition, including resuscitation and the use of advanced life support techniques.
- Treatment Management: Administer medications, perform procedures, and monitor the progress of critically ill or premature infants.
- Coordination of Care: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, pediatricians, and specialists, to ensure comprehensive care for newborns.
- Parental Support: Communicate with and support parents, explaining diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognoses while offering emotional support.
Administrative Duties
- Medical Records: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of patients’ conditions, treatments, and progress.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to hospital policies, governmental regulations, and industry standards for neonatal care.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of neonatal nurses, medical students, and residents, fostering a collaborative and educational environment.
Continuous Education
- Professional Development: Stay current with the latest advancements in neonatology through continuing medical education, attending conferences, and reading scientific journals.
- Research: Participate in or conduct research studies aimed at improving neonatal care and outcomes.
How we’ll support you:
Compensation: Our competitive compensation consists of an initial base salary of $370,000. We are also offering a $25,000 sign on bonus. Relocation between $10,000-$20,000 available to applicable candidates.
Qualifications and Skills
Educational Requirements
- Medical Degree: A Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Residency: Completion of a pediatric residency program.
- Fellowship: Additional specialized fellowship training in neonatology.
- Board Certification: Board certification in neonatology by a recognized medical board (e.g., the American Board of Pediatrics).
- DEA, BLS
Physical Requirements:
Location:
Saint Joseph Hospital
Work City:
Denver
Work State:
Colorado
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$7.25 - $999.99
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment todiversity, equity, and inclusion.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All positions subject to close without notice.