Neonatologist Jobs
Neonatologist jobs are open across hospital systems, academic medical centers, and children's hospitals, from fellows entering practice to attending and fellowship-trained subspecialists, with roles in critical care, transport medicine, and quality improvement. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00054387Job Category:
FacultyOrganization:
SOM-Peds-NeonatologyLocation/s:
Main Campus JacksonJob Title:
Assistant Professor - Part Time - Neonatologist - Department of PediatricsJob Summary:
Located in Jackson, MS, UMMC is the state's only academic health science center with the mission to improve the lives of Mississippians by educating tomorrow's health care professionals, by conducting health sciences research, and by providing cutting edge patient care. A major goal of the Medical Center is the elimination of differences in health status of Mississippians based on race, geography, income, or social status. UMMC encompasses seven health science schools: medicine, nursing, dentistry, health-related professions, graduate studies, pharmacy, and population health, with a total enrollment of close to 3,000 students. We offer competitive salaries for academicians in a rewarding environment for career development, situated in a region with a temperate climate and a low cost of living.Education & Experience
The University of Mississippi Medical Center adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, sex, color, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the Medical Center. Under the provisions of Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the University of Mississippi at the Medical Center does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities with respect to admissions or employment.
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Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
YesPay Class:
SalaryFTE %:
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DayBenefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
NoJob Posting Date:
10/28/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00054387Job Category:
FacultyOrganization:
SOM-Peds-NeonatologyLocation/s:
Main Campus JacksonJob Title:
Assistant Professor - Part Time - Neonatologist - Department of PediatricsJob Summary:
Located in Jackson, MS, UMMC is the state's only academic health science center with the mission to improve the lives of Mississippians by educating tomorrow's health care professionals, by conducting health sciences research, and by providing cutting edge patient care. A major goal of the Medical Center is the elimination of differences in health status of Mississippians based on race, geography, income, or social status. UMMC encompasses seven health science schools: medicine, nursing, dentistry, health-related professions, graduate studies, pharmacy, and population health, with a total enrollment of close to 3,000 students. We offer competitive salaries for academicians in a rewarding environment for career development, situated in a region with a temperate climate and a low cost of living.Education & Experience
The University of Mississippi Medical Center adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, sex, color, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the Medical Center. Under the provisions of Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the University of Mississippi at the Medical Center does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities with respect to admissions or employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
N/A
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
YesPay Class:
SalaryFTE %:
50Work Shift:
DayBenefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
NoJob Posting Date:
10/28/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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Who's Hiring
- Pediatrix Medical53
- Jobot5
- MedStar Health4
- Ochsner Health3
- Penn State Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services49
- Education9
- Staffing & Recruiting5
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
- Science & Research1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in neonatologist jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of accredited pediatric residency and neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship
- Board certification or board eligibility in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine through the American Board of Pediatrics
- Active and unrestricted state medical license in the state of employment
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification required at time of hire or within defined onboarding window
- Experience providing care in a level III or level IV NICU setting
- Proficiency in neonatal procedures including intubation, umbilical catheterization, lumbar puncture, and chest tube placement
Tips for Your Neonatologist Job Search
Tailor your CV for neonatology positions
Lead your CV with board certification status, fellowship training program, and any level III or IV NICU experience. Hiring committees scan for case volume breadth and specific procedural competencies like intubation, ECMO, and umbilical line placement before reading anything else.
Target openings by NICU level first
Filter your search by NICU designation before unit size or location. Level IV centers expect subspecialty fellowship training and complex surgical co-management experience, while level II and III units often prioritize general neonatology competency and outreach coverage availability.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists neonatologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight quality and research contributions
Academic and large health system postings frequently score candidates on QI project leadership and peer-reviewed publications. List any research you contributed to during fellowship, including poster presentations, even if you weren't the primary author, to stand apart from clinical-only applicants.
Prepare for a multi-stage interview format
Neonatology interviews typically include a grand rounds or case presentation, a tour with the NICU nursing leadership, and separate meetings with division chiefs and department chairs. Know your presentation topic cold and prepare questions about call structure and fellow supervision expectations.
Negotiate call schedule before signing
Call frequency varies widely between private practice hospital-employed roles and academic positions. Before accepting, clarify the number of night and weekend shifts per month, how post-call days are structured, and whether APP or fellow coverage reduces your overnight burden.
Neonatologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most neonatologists?
The companies hiring the most neonatologists right now include Pediatrix Medical, Jobot, and MedStar Health, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is generally highest at large health systems and children's hospital networks that operate level III and level IV NICUs.
How many neonatologist jobs are remote?
About 2% of neonatologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the role is primarily clinical and requires direct bedside care. The sub-areas with the greatest remote potential are tele-neonatology consultation roles, where neonatologists provide real-time video guidance to level I and level II facilities without on-site intensivists.
How do you become a neonatologist?
You become a neonatologist by completing a four-year medical degree, followed by a three-year accredited pediatric residency, then a three-year neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. After fellowship, you sit for the subspecialty board examination through the American Board of Pediatrics and obtain a medical license in the state where you plan to practice.
Can you get a neonatologist job with limited clinical experience?
Most hiring neonatologist roles expect fellowship completion as the baseline, so graduating fellows are considered entry-level rather than inexperienced candidates. If you're transitioning from a general pediatrics background without fellowship training, pursuing a neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship is the direct path. Some level II hospital-employed positions will consider candidates with strong NICU rotation exposure if ABP fellowship exam eligibility is clearly on track.
What does the neonatologist interview process look like?
A typical neonatologist interview runs across one or two days and includes an initial phone or video screening with a physician recruiter or division chief, followed by an on-site visit that combines a clinical or grand rounds presentation, individual meetings with attending neonatologists and department leadership, a NICU and facility tour, and a session with human resources to review contract structure and benefits.
Where can I find and apply to neonatologist jobs?
You can find and apply to neonatologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your training level, NICU experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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