Nemours Children's Health is seeking an accomplished Neonatologist to become Chief of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and lead our team in Jacksonville, Florida.

The Chief will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Level IV NICU at the nationally recognized Wolfson Children's Hospital. Candidates should have demonstrated leadership experience and excellent clinical and interpersonal skills as well as a high regard for teamwork.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide expert clinical care to critically ill and premature newborns in the NICU.
• Guide medical decision-making and promote best practices in neonatal-perinatal medicine.
• Lead complex case management and serve as a resource to the care team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, state guidelines).
• Lead, supervise, and evaluate a multidisciplinary team of neonatologists, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals.
• Manage staffing models, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Develop and enforce clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with hospital administration on budgeting, planning, and service line development.

What We Offer:

• No state income tax in Florida
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME and dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Board certified/eligible in area of specialty
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.