Neonatologist Jobs in Texas
Neonatologist jobs in Texas represent one of the most active markets for this specialty in the country, with demand concentrated in Level III and Level IV neonatal intensive care units at major academic medical centers, children's hospitals, and large regional health systems. Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas are the primary hiring metros, with well-established employers such as Texas Children's Hospital, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Baylor Scott & White Health consistently recruiting across experience levels from first-year attendings through division chiefs. The most in-demand subspecialty areas include quality improvement leadership, neonatal transport program direction, and high-acuity NICU care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are searching for a Neonatologist — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you'll provide comprehensive care for infants of all gestational ages with mild to critical illnesses or requiring sustained life support in the Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This opportunity is through Texas Children's Community Initiatives Program and supported by Baylor College of Medicine Neonatologists.
Since 2003, the Texas Children’s Hospital Community Initiatives program has provided neonatal, pediatric and maternal fetal medicine services to community hospitals. Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children's Hospital Providers oversee care for all high-risk neonates and the majority of well newborns at community partner hospitals. Today, the program has expanded to include partnerships with 12 hospitals across Houston and surrounding areas, supporting our vision of Right Care, Right Place, Right Time.
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Full Time – Houston Methodist Clear Lake, Level II, 6 bed unit
Qualifications:
- M.D. or D.O.
- Must have or be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license
- Board certification in Neonatology Neonatology Fellowship required
Responsibilities:
- Assesses, diagnoses, treats, and educates patients
- Documents information in patient’s chart regarding assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and education
- Records diagnosis/CPT in an accurate, timely manner to ensure prompt posting of charges per site protocol
- Provides verbal and/or written information regarding treatment regimens in language that is understandable and appropriate for the patient and/or caregiver
- Serves as a credible, knowledgeable educational resource for the patient, family, community and other healthcare professionals
- Participates in site meetings and provides input to address patient care issues or operational concerns
We are searching for a Neonatologist — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you'll provide comprehensive care for infants of all gestational ages with mild to critical illnesses or requiring sustained life support in the Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This opportunity is through Texas Children's Community Initiatives Program and supported by Baylor College of Medicine Neonatologists.
Since 2003, the Texas Children’s Hospital Community Initiatives program has provided neonatal, pediatric and maternal fetal medicine services to community hospitals. Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children's Hospital Providers oversee care for all high-risk neonates and the majority of well newborns at community partner hospitals. Today, the program has expanded to include partnerships with 12 hospitals across Houston and surrounding areas, supporting our vision of Right Care, Right Place, Right Time.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Full Time – Houston Methodist Clear Lake, Level II, 6 bed unit
Qualifications:
- M.D. or D.O.
- Must have or be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license
- Board certification in Neonatology Neonatology Fellowship required
Responsibilities:
- Assesses, diagnoses, treats, and educates patients
- Documents information in patient’s chart regarding assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and education
- Records diagnosis/CPT in an accurate, timely manner to ensure prompt posting of charges per site protocol
- Provides verbal and/or written information regarding treatment regimens in language that is understandable and appropriate for the patient and/or caregiver
- Serves as a credible, knowledgeable educational resource for the patient, family, community and other healthcare professionals
- Participates in site meetings and provides input to address patient care issues or operational concerns
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Neonatologist Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Pediatrix Medical14
- Jobot2
- Texas Children's Hospital1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in neonatologist jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Medical Board license or eligibility to obtain one required
- Board certification or active board eligibility in neonatal-perinatal medicine required
- Completion of accredited neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship training program required
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification required for clinical practice
- Experience managing Level III or Level IV NICU patients strongly preferred
- Strong academic, research, or quality improvement contributions valued by Texas teaching institutions
Neonatologist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a neonatologist in Texas?
To practice as a neonatologist in Texas, you must hold an active license issued by the Texas Medical Board, which requires completing medical school, residency in pediatrics, and a fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. After fellowship, candidates sit for the American Board of Pediatrics subspecialty examination in neonatal-perinatal medicine. Texas Medical Board licensure is required before any clinical employment begins.
How much do neonatologists make in Texas?
Neonatologists in Texas earn a median of about $173,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,570 for the lowest 10% to over $366,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire neonatologists in Texas?
Employers hiring neonatologists in Texas right now include Pediatrix Medical, Jobot, and Texas Children's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of large academic medical centers and freestanding children's hospitals means many openings are tied to systems that operate high-acuity NICUs and maintain active teaching and research missions.
Which Texas cities have the most neonatologist jobs?
The cities with the most neonatologist openings in Texas are El Paso, New Braunfels, and Tyler. Houston anchors demand through its dense cluster of children's hospitals and academic medical centers, while Dallas and San Antonio drive additional volume through large regional health systems and university-affiliated programs that maintain Level III and Level IV NICUs serving their broader metro populations.
Are there remote neonatologist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Neonatology is a hands-on clinical specialty centered on direct bedside care in the NICU, so the large majority of roles require on-site presence. About 0% of neonatologist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively administrative, quality improvement leadership, or telemedicine consultation roles rather than primary clinical positions.
How can I get hired as a neonatologist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship at a Texas institution, which positions you as a direct hire for attending roles within that same system. Texas Children's Hospital, UT Southwestern, and Baylor Scott & White all train fellows and regularly convert graduates into faculty or staff positions. New attendings can also approach community hospital NICUs affiliated with larger Texas systems, where lower-acuity Level II units offer structured mentorship and a lighter independent-call burden while you build procedural confidence.
Where can I find and apply to neonatologist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to neonatologist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find roles that fit your experience and target location, then apply directly to each position through the listing.
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