Neonatologist - Medical Director

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center - Athens, Georgia. A 427-bed regional referral center serving a 17-county area in northeast Georgia.

Leadership:

• We are seeking an experienced neonatologist medical director with outstanding clinical skills and a passion for neonatal care to join our highly respected team
• Provide oversight of the practice and will work closely with hospital administration, as well as our regional management team
• Provide growth and mentor-ship to other physicians; taking on leadership roles within the hospital and community

Nationally Recognized Facility

• Named a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report!

Advanced Level III NICU

• 20 NICU beds with 6 additional overflow beds
• Average daily census of 16-19 and over 300 annual admissions
• Dedicated to caring for high-acuity newborns

Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Team

• 24/7 coverage by experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners
• On-site pediatric subspecialties: Infectious Disease, Neurology, Cardiology, Pulmonology, and Ophthalmology
• Access to adult specialties including Urology, ENT, and Dermatology
• Additional support from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) consultants

Work-Life Balance

• Attractive 7-on/7-off schedule
• Daytime rounding with home call at night

Living and working in Athens, Georgia offers a unique blend of professional opportunity, cultural richness, and quality of life?especially for healthcare professionals. Here are some compelling reasons why Athens is a great place to call home:

• Athens is a regional healthcare hub, home to two major hospitals?Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and St. Mary's Health Care System.
• The city supports a growing medical research and education community, including the Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership and UGA's Colleges of Public Health and Veterinary Medicine .
• Opportunities abound for collaboration in life sciences, genetics, and therapeutic research, making it ideal for professionals interested in innovation and academic partnerships.

Vibrant College Town Energy

• As the home of the University of Georgia, Athens offers a dynamic cultural scene with concerts, art exhibits, lectures, and sporting events.
• The university also contributes to a diverse and educated population, fostering a progressive and intellectually stimulating environment.

• Compared to larger cities like Atlanta, Athens offers lower housing costs and overall affordability .
• This makes it easier for professionals to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle without the financial pressures of big-city living.

• The city is also known for its eco-conscious initiatives and strong sense of community.

• Athens has a legendary music scene (birthplace of R.E.M. and the B-52s), a walkable historic downtown, and a wide array of restaurants, breweries, and local shops.

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, high-quality environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Board Certified/Board Eligible

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Progyny Fertility Benefits
• Livongo Diabetes Management
• Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
• Smart Shopper
• 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - 15% discount*
• Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee Optional Life and AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)**
• Parental Leave Benefit
• Sick Pay Bank
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**
• Group Aflac Policies
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Charitable Fund
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• Various Discount Programs

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

**Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children

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