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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Overview

Open roles167+
Top stateFlorida
Top employerPediatrix Medical
Top cityYakima, WA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Boston Medical Center
Neonatologist
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Neonatologist
Boston Medical Center
Brighton, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$250k - $308k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Tower Health
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Neonatologist
Tower Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Penn State Health
Neonatologist
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Neonatologist
Penn State Health
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Indiana University Health
Neonatologist
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Indiana University Health
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Neonatologist
Indiana University Health
Indianapolis, Indiana
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Penn State Health
Neonatologist
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Neonatologist
Penn State Health
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Neonatologist Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Pediatrix Medical
    Pediatrix Medical102
  • Indiana University Health
    Indiana University Health8
  • Connecticut Children's
    Connecticut Children's4
  • Jobot
    Jobot4
  • Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana
    Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services145
  • Education14
  • Staffing & Recruiting4
  • Non-Profit & Social Services2
  • Science & Research2

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, Indiana University Health, and Connecticut Children's, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 0% of neonatologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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