Academic Neonatologist - Worcester, MA

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UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center (CMC) is seeking a dedicated Academic Neonatologist to join our team of healthcare professionals and contribute to our overall mission to serve the needs of diverse families in Central Massachusetts through team collaboration.

Our UMass Division of Neonatology provides care to patients within our level III 49-bed neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) with patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs. Our collaborative work force is comprised of advanced practice providers, pediatric residents, neonatal perinatal fellows, newborn hospitalists and other multi-disciplinary team members (respiratory therapy, child life, dietary, occupational and physical therapy). We additionally provide care in two level II community special care nurseries and neonatal consultations in our complex fetal care clinic.

Clinical Care

• Provide expert neonatal care to critically ill newborns in the Level 3 UMass Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and affiliate level 2 community special care nurseries.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and compassionate patient care.

• Attend high risk deliveries with a multi-disciplinary team.

• Perform procedures such as intubation, central line placement, lumbar puncture and thoracentesis.

• Perform inpatient antenatal consultations regarding issues of prematurity, neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome and common chronic maternal medical conditions.

• Collaborate with our multi-specialty team to provide outpatient consults in our Maternal Fetal Medicine Center regarding complex maternal disease, multiples, fetal anomalies and other high risk pregnancies.

Education and Scholarship

• Provide bedside teaching to medical trainees, including medical students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers.

• Develop and implement educational curricula, lectures, and workshops.

• Engage in desired scholarly activities including medical education, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research.

• Collaborate with peers pursuing academic scholarship within the Department of Pediatrics and others at UMass Memorial Medical Center.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Participate in division meetings, committees, and initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, safety, and quality.

• Contribute to institutional policies, protocols, and guidelines related to neonatal care.

Position & Organization Highlights:

• The Department of Pediatrics sponsors the Child Health Equity Center (CHEC) which supports initiatives and faculty development in the areas of advocacy, community engagement, and research while addressing social determinants of health and quality improvement

• CMC physicians are faculty members at UMass Chan Medical School where teaching and research opportunities are abundant and collaborative initiatives are encouraged both within and outside of the institution.

• The UMass Chan Medical School offers a wide array of academic career opportunities to junior and mid-career faculty in advanced research skills, quality improvement and medical education.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) and board certification or board eligibility in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.

• Eligibility for medical licensure in Massachusetts.

• Strong commitment to serving underserved communities, equitable family centered care and diversity and inclusion.

• Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, with a track record of teaching, research, and scholarly activities.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Experience in clinical neonatology, including management of complex neonatal conditions and procedures.

Benefits:

• Join a cohesive multidisciplinary team in a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Competitive salary and physician incentive plan commensurate with experience and academic rank

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, generous paid time off, CME time and stipend, employer funded retirement contribution of 8% base salary, tuition reimbursement, concierge services for relocation, and more!

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

• Access to cutting-edge facilities, resources, and support for research and academic pursuits.

• Located in Worcester, MA, UMass Memorial Medical Center offers a vibrant academic environment with a diverse patient population and collaborative opportunities.

Interested candidates may submit applications here:

Academic Neonatologist - UMass Memorial - Worcester, MA

Alternatively, qualified candidates may submit CV and cover letter to:

Margaret Parker, MD, MPH

Academic Chief of Neonatology

c/o Kimberly Levasseur, Provider Recruiter

Kimberly.Levasseur@umassmemorial.org

For more information about UMass Memorial and our Children's Medical Center: UMMH Pediatrics/CMC

Applicants of any background are welcome. Applicants who identify as being from groups underrepresented in medicine (URiM) are highly encouraged to apply - one of the department's goals is to increase racial, ethnic, and linguistic diversity among providers and staff.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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