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iRecruitMD lists this Neonatology Physician opportunity in rapid city, South Dakota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Neonatologist (MD/DO) Position Summary The Neonatologist provides comprehensive medical care to premature, critically ill, and medically complex newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and related newborn care settings. This role focuses on advanced clinical management, family-centered care, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for neonates.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide direct medical care to neonates in the NICU, including premature and critically ill infants
Perform comprehensive neonatal assessments, daily rounds, and ongoing management
Diagnose and manage complex neonatal conditions such as respiratory distress, sepsis, congenital anomalies, and metabolic disorders
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
Supervise neonatal resuscitation and stabilization in the delivery room
Interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory results, imaging, and blood gases
Manage respiratory support including mechanical ventilation and noninvasive modalities
Coordinate care with neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, respiratory therapists, and pediatric subspecialists
Communicate effectively with families regarding clinical status, care plans, and prognosis
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise and educate residents, fellows, medical students, and advanced practice providers
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in on-call coverage for neonatal services
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Pediatrics residency program
Completion of an accredited Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship
Board-eligible or board-certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies Expertise in neonatal physiology and critical care
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to manage high-acuity neonatal patients
Excellent communication and family counseling skills
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
Work Environment Neonatal intensive care units, delivery rooms, and newborn nurseries
Schedule may include day, night, weekend, and on-call coverage depending on program structure
Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout clinical environments
Manual dexterity for neonatal procedures and resuscitation
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient monitoring and clinical assessment
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