Neonatologist

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neonatologist to join their nationally recognized team at the brand-new Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital, opening in summer 2026. This is a unique opportunity to help shape neonatal care from its inception within a state-of-the-art facility. The role offers the stability and resources of Pediatrix, a leading physician group dedicated to maternal and infant care, combined with the excitement of building a new, high-quality program in Central Florida. Practice Info Brand-new Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening in summer 2026 12-bed Level II NICU, opening shortly after the hospital debut Projected NICU average daily census of 5-6 by year-end Newborn nursery ADC of 6-7 Approximately 2,000 annual deliveries Support from Pediatrix's flagship Level IV NICU at Winnie Palmer Hospital (142 beds) Responsibilities Help shape neonatal care from day one Help establish best practices in a new, high-quality program Compensation Competitive compensation package Many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation Benefits Medical Dental Vision Life Disability Healthcare FSA Dependent Care FSA HSAs 401k plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Shift & Schedule Neonatologist 24-hour in-house staffing model Opening as a Level I with 3 neonatologist staffing model, expanding to a 4 neonatologist model when the unit moves to a Level II in the summer/fall of 2026 7-8 in-house shifts (24-hour) per month Requirements Board Eligible / Board Certified Neonatologist