Well Baby Nursery - Pediatrician

Job Description

Salary: $190,000-$205,000

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatrician to join our Well-Baby Nursery team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive care to healthy newborns, ensuring a safe transition from birth through discharge. The ideal candidate is skilled in neonatal assessment, family education, and collaborative care within a hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform initial and daily assessments of newborns in the well-baby nursery
• Monitor growth, feeding, vital signs, and overall health status of infants
• Identify and manage common neonatal conditions such as jaundice, feeding difficulties, and weight loss
• Provide guidance and education to parents on newborn care, breastfeeding, safe sleep, and early development
• Collaborate closely with obstetricians, nurses, lactation consultants, and other care team members
• Coordinate discharge planning, including follow-up care and referrals as needed
• Respond to newborn deliveries as required and assess infants immediately post-birth
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record system
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies, clinical protocols, and quality standards

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics
• Valid state medical license
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in neonatal care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with new parents
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a well-baby nursery or newborn care setting
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Interest or experience in breastfeeding support and newborn education
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems

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