What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Neonatology at UNC Health Blue Ridge position at Onsite Neonatal Partners, Inc.?
About the role:
This leadership role is ideal for a Neonatologist who is passionate about clinical excellence, team and unit development, and family-centered care. It also offers the flexibility to lead while maintaining a meaningful work-life balance.
We are seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking physician leader who enjoys working across disciplines, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of excellence. As a Director with Onsite Neonatal Partners, you’ll have access to leadership development, operational support, and a close-knit network of fellow physician leaders and executive leadership.
Onsite Neonatal at UNC Health Blue Ridge Hospital in Morganton, North Carolina provides 24/7 in-house coverage with no on-call commitment. In partnership with hospitals, our neonatology programs are grounded in evidence-based medicine and are built for safety, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Unit facts:
- Level II NICU
- 1,000 deliveries
- 24-hour in-house shifts
- No clinical on-call responsibilities
What We Offer:
- Evenly distributed weekends (~28% of shifts)
- A healthy work/life balance with no on-call requirements
- Employer-paid occurrence malpractice coverage
- Competitive, board-aligned compensation plus signing bonus and full relocation assistance
- Up to 270 hours of PTO annually twice-yearly PTO buyback
- 110% base pay for extra shifts and 200% for holidays/emergencies
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, long-term/short-term disability, AFLAC, and more
- 401k options with employer match
- Annual CME reimbursement
Why Onsite:
For three decades, Onsite Neonatal has been the premier provider of NICU, SCN, and well newborn care. We build long-term, collaborative relationships with local obstetricians, pediatricians, and hospital teams to ensure the best outcomes for every patient. Our 24/7 in-house model allows for an immediate response to every newborn in need.
Life in Morganton, NC:
Morganton is one of North Carolina’s small, quaint southern towns located just 59 miles from Charlotte, North Carolina, and 43 miles from Gastonia, North Carolina. This town is nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and has lots of nearby attractions, including South Mountains State Park, Sam J. Ervin Library and Museum, Greenway Trails, and much more. Morganton has numerous antique shops, art galleries, and shopping. The town has festivals, concerts, farmer markets, and many more town activities throughout the year. The Charlotte International Airport is nearby, making traveling easy. Morganton also has a wide selection of excellent public and private schools and is only a short distance from Appalachian State University.