Physician Neonatology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Perm - Neonatology Physician Opportunity - Roanoke, VA

Are you a dedicated Neonatologist looking to lead clinical excellence and make a difference in a vibrant academic medical environment? Join a leading facility in Roanoke, VA, as Practice Medical Director at a high-acuity Level IIIB NICU. Enjoy a collaborative, supportive team, competitive salary, and a position that offers both clinical leadership and academic involvement. Relocate to a beautiful city with a welcoming community, and start your new chapter as early as May 2026!
Quick Facts

• Location: Roanoke, VA
• Start Date: 05/05/2026
• End Date/Duration: Permanent, full-time position
• Shift: Monday–Friday, flexible scheduling, or as needed for leadership duties
• Hours/Week: Full-time
• Employment Type: Permanent, salaried position
• License/Certs: Board-Certified in Neonatology (MD/DO); active Virginia medical license preferred
• Experience: Board Certification in Neonatology; leadership experience preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Rate: Competitive salary (discussed at interview; salary expectations optional)
• Additional Compensation: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance may be available
• Benefits Include:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (W-2)
  • Life and disability coverage
  • Healthcare FSA & Dependent Care FSA
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Paid sick time (per law)
  • Licensure, certification, travel reimbursement, and other expenses covered when applicable

What You’ll Do

• Provide expert clinical care within a Level IIIB NICU caring for approximately 625 admissions annually
• Serve as Practice Medical Director, overseeing clinical operations and team performance
• Lead initiatives to improve quality, safety, and clinical outcomes
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and academic partners to expand services
• Participate in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows
• Engage in scholarly activities, research projects, and educational programming
• Utilize advanced neonatal therapies, including high-frequency ventilation and nitric oxide
• Mentor and support interdisciplinary teams including pediatric subspecialists such as maternal-fetal medicine and pediatric surgery

What You Need
Required:

• MD or DO with Board Certification in Neonatology
• Virginia medical license or eligibility to obtain one
• Leadership experience preferred but not required
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills

Preferred:

• Experience in academic medicine or program development
• Familiarity with advanced neonatal therapies
• Past involvement in quality improvement and research projects

About the Assignment
Join a leading facility in Roanoke, VA, committed to delivering exceptional neonatal care and fostering academic growth. This role blends clinical excellence with leadership responsibilities in a supportive environment dedicated to helping you succeed and advance your career in neonatology.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSRN