Neonatology Physician

Company: ATC West Healthcare Services
Location: Fredericksburg
Posted on: June 15, 2026

Job Description:

ATC West Healthcare is seeking a board-certified Neonatologist to join and help lead a growing Level III NICU program in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This is a full-time, permanent leadership-focused role offering a week-on/week-off schedule, home call coverage, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. The position involves both clinical care and program development within a collaborative, multidisciplinary neonatal team.

• Full-time, permanent position
• Week-on / week-off schedule
• Home call model
• Requires local residency in the Fredericksburg, VA area (relocation may be required)
• Not open to locum tenens candidates
• Not accepting visa candidates (J1/H1B not supported)

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care in an 8-bed Level III NICU and newborn nursery
• Manage approximately 9 11 patients daily census
• Attend and manage high-risk deliveries with OB and perinatal teams
• Work within 10 labor, delivery, and recovery (LDR) couplet care rooms
• Collaborate with neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, nursing, and respiratory therapy staff
• Mentor and support NICU nursing and respiratory teams as acuity increases
• Develop and implement clinical protocols and care standards
• Participate in NICU growth, expansion, and strategic planning initiatives
• Engage in quality improvement and patient safety programs
• Maintain strong communication with hospital leadership and clinical teams
• Optional moonlighting opportunities available within Virginia

• Board Certified in Pediatrics (required)
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatology (required)
• Neonatology clinical experience (required; experienced candidates only)
• Virginia medical license or willingness to obtain (required)
• Clean malpractice and licensing history strongly preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification (standard/required for role)
• DEA registration (must be obtained prior to start)
• NPDB Self-Query Report within 30 days (required at submission)
• Must disclose visa status (J1/H1B not accepted

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