Neonatology Physician Job with Ascension in Indianapolis, IN

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility Name: Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital

Schedule: 24/7 inpatient resident schedule with 10, 12, and 24 hours shifts. Night call required, schedule TBD. 12 month program, October 2026 start

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000 associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150 Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
  
  

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

The Neonatal Physician Assistant Residency at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital is an intensive, postgraduate training program designed to prepare Physician Assistants for practice in high-acuity neonatal intensive care units. The Neonatal PA Resident will be exposed to structured didactic curriculum, clinical training in a level IV NICU, and mentorship from a team of 17 Neonatologists and 30 APPs (Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants). After completion of the 12 month program, the Neonatal PA resident will have the knowledge, procedural skills, and clinical judgment required to care for the most critically ill newborns.

• Join an established team of 17 physicians and 30 APPs
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system, benefit eligible
• Physician Assistant, board certified/eligible and must have Indiana License or must be eligible
• Practice setting: Inpatient NICU
• Newborn and sick neonate care of a large variety - surgical, cardiac and neurosurgical services in addition to small baby program for infants 22-27 weeks gestation
• Work in a brand new state of the art building with 109 private room NICU beds
• Lead the clinical management of complex neonatal cases, utilizing advanced procedures such as intubation, umbilical line and PICC line placement, lumbar puncture, and thoracentesis to provide life-saving intervention for our most vulnerable patients.
• Direct the stabilization and transport of neonates as a key member of the Critical Care Transport Team, ensuring high-quality, continuous care for newborns throughout the state during high-stakes transitions.
• Orchestrate high-risk delivery response by providing immediate, expert assessment and stabilization to ensure the best possible start for newborns with critical medical needs.
• Empower families and caregivers through empathetic counseling and education, translating complex clinical data into actionable treatment plans and long-term wellness strategies.
• Document patient care journeys with meticulous precision, ensuring that every assessment, diagnostic interpretation, and treatment plan contributes to a seamless, high-quality record of the child’s recovery.
  
  

In addition to the general application, the following must be submitted to be considered for admission to the Neonatal PA Residency at PMCH:

• Curriculum Vitae
• NCCPA PANCE/PANRE Examination Scores
• 3 Letters of Recommendation (including 1 from your PA Program Director or current collaborating physician)
• Personal statement describing your drive/desire for the specialty of Neonatology
  
  

Please submit all application materials required in a single electronic submission to:

Adrian Brunson, MPAS, NICU PA-C

Neonatal PA Residency Director

Neonatal PA Residency Program at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent

About The Facility

• A Legacy of Excellence: Join Indiana’s largest non-profit health system, a sprawling network of 22 ministries and over 3,000 physicians dedicated to mission-driven, patient-centered care.
• A State-of-the-Art Future: Practice in our brand-new, premier Women and Infants Hospital, featuring a cutting-edge 109-bed private room Level IV NICU—The largest and most advanced in the state.
• Unmatched Clinical Depth: Collaborate with a prestigious medical staff where the majority of our 100 pediatric specialists are double-board certified across 40 different multidisciplinary programs.
• Comprehensive Pediatric Support: Work alongside a dedicated 24/7 team within our 23-bed PICU, specialized Pediatric Emergency Department, and tertiary care pediatric hospital, all designed for seamless, high-acuity care.
• Nationally Recognized Care: Be part of a health system celebrated for providing faster access to specialists and achieving best-in-care outcomes that set the standard for pediatric medicine in the region.
  
  

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service
  
  

What Minimum Qualifications You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
• Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Indiana Physician Assistant Committee obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  
  

Education:

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.
  
  

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience preferred.
  
  

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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