Location: Lexington, KY

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Daytime clinical coverage (exact start/end times not provided); home-based night call with 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage. Primarily daytime hours with participation in scheduled home-call nights and occasional weekend coverage as required.

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care for infants in a 32-bed Level III NICU
• Manage newborn nursery patients and support care across approximately 4,000 annual deliveries
• Perform and maintain hands-on neonatal procedures with procedural excellence
• Collaborate closely with fellow neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, and multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in home-based night call while relying on 24/7 in-house NNP coverage
• Contribute to a collegial practice environment and mentor junior colleagues and new graduates
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care aligned with Pediatrix standards and quality initiatives

Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (or equivalent training) preferred
• MD or DO (completion of residency and neonatology fellowship or equivalent training)
• Active or eligible for Kentucky medical license; residency within the immediate local area required
• Ability to perform and maintain neonatal procedures and work in a busy Level III NICU
• Comfortable participating in home-based night call with strong daytime NNP support
• U.S. work authorization required — this role is not accepting visa candidates
• Open to fresh graduates and supportive of early-career physicians; locum candidates not accepted

Education

• MD or DO degree with completed neonatology fellowship or equivalent training

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in clinical neonatal care and management in a Level III NICU
• Proven neonatal procedural skills and comfort with high-acuity newborns
• Experience collaborating with Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication, mentorship, and teaching skills
• Ability to manage newborn nursery workflows and coordinate care across services

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Generous relocation assistance to help you make Lexington home (details provided by employer)
• Robust retirement plan options to help you save for the future
• Life and disability insurance for peace of mind
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and flexible spending options
• Professional development and mentorship programs, especially supportive for new graduates
• Employee stock purchase program and voluntary benefits to customize your package
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture that truly values your well-being

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