What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neonatology position at MercyOne?
Employment Type
Full time
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Description:
Neonatologist – MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Employment Type: Full-Time
Specialty: Neonatology
About MercyOne
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center is part of the MercyOne health system, providing compassionate, high-quality care to communities across Iowa. We are committed to excellence in patient care, innovation, and collaboration.
Position Overview
MercyOne Waterloo is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neonatologist to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialized care for newborns in a supportive, family-centered environment, including couplet care when appropriate to promote bonding and continuity of care.
Practice Highlights
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Description:
Neonatologist – MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Employment Type: Full-Time
Specialty: Neonatology
About MercyOne
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center is part of the MercyOne health system, providing compassionate, high-quality care to communities across Iowa. We are committed to excellence in patient care, innovation, and collaboration.
Position Overview
MercyOne Waterloo is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neonatologist to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialized care for newborns in a supportive, family-centered environment, including couplet care when appropriate to promote bonding and continuity of care.
Practice Highlights
- Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Level III
- NICU Bed Count: 8 beds 10 beds
- Average Daily Census: 4–6 5-6
- Call Schedule: Shared call with pediatric team; typically, 1:3 Shared call with neonatologist. They are currently doing 1:2
- NICU Team: Experienced neonatal nurses, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and case managers dedicated to family-centered care
- Collaborative team including pediatricians, obstetricians, and nursing staff
- Opportunity to participate in quality improvement initiatives and education
- Provide comprehensive care for premature and critically ill newborns
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes
- Educate families and support staff on neonatal care
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Guaranteed Salary: $346,920
- Commencement Bonus: $70,000
- Longevity Bonus: $30,000 after Year 3
- Moving Allowance: $15,000
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement
- CME allowance and paid time off
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $30,000 - $346,920