Location: Southfield, MI

Start Date: 05-10-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts (in-house call), 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM. Specific dates currently needed: 2026-05-10, 2026-05-24, 2026-05-26, 2026-06-02, 2026-06-04, 2026-06-07, 2026-06-17, 2026-06-23, 2026-06-25, 2026-06-26, 2026-06-27; plus ongoing nights as needed. Shift type: night (in-house call).

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $280 per hour

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 in-house Level 3 NICU coverage during assigned 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM shifts, ensuring continuous, high-quality care
• Attend C-sections and perform immediate neonatal stabilization and resuscitation as needed
• Manage admissions and ongoing care for NICU patients, including critical decision-making and coordinated plans
• Stabilize and arrange transport/transfer of neonates when higher-level care or transfer is required
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Cerner/PowerChart (EHR)
• Collaborate with obstetrics, nursing, respiratory therapy, and transfer teams to optimize outcomes
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with families about clinical status and care plans

Qualifications

• MD or DO with completed Neonatology fellowship (required)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatology
• State medical license in hand for Michigan (candidates needing to obtain a state license will not be accepted)
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Comfort and demonstrated experience attending C-sections and managing neonatal transport/transfer
• Experience working in a Level 3 NICU and managing high-acuity neonates
• Ability to work independently during in-house night shifts and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team

Education

• MD or DO with Neonatology fellowship (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong neonatal resuscitation skills and hands-on NICU procedures
• Experience with neonatal stabilization and inter-facility transfer logistics
• Proficiency with Cerner/PowerChart (EHR) for documentation and order entry
• Clinical judgment for managing complex, high-acuity newborns
• Clear, compassionate communication with families and care teams
• Ability to function effectively during overnight in-house call coverage

Benefits

• Supportive, collaborative NICU team where your expertise truly matters
• Temporary/locum-friendly assignment with approved temps for urgent coverage
• Mileage reimbursement provided to keep your commute hassle-free
• Work in a Level 3 NICU with experienced colleagues and robust resources
• Use of Cerner/PowerChart EHR to streamline documentation and continuity of care
• Opportunities for meaningful clinical impact and professional growth
• Flexible single-night and ongoing openings to fit your schedule
• A workplace culture that values patient-centered care and teamwork

Travel Perks: Explore Southfield, MI

Southfield sits in the heart of Metro Detroit, giving you easy access to great food, arts, and culture. Explore the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village in nearby Dearborn, wander the Detroit Institute of Arts, stroll the Detroit Riverwalk or Belle Isle for waterfront views, catch a game or concert at Comerica Park or Little Caesars Arena, and shop or dine at the upscale Somerset Collection in nearby Troy. Weekend escapes to state parks, lakes, and charming small towns are an easy drive, so there’s plenty to do when you’re off shift.

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