Neonatologist

Neonatologist Opportunity - Help Build a Brand-New NICU in Central Florida
Pediatrix® Medical Group

is seeking a

Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neonatologist

to join our nationally recognized neonatology team at the

brand-new Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital

, opening

summer 2026

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This is a rare opportunity to help shape neonatal care from day one while enjoying the stability, resources, and reputation of Pediatrix?one of the nations leading physician groups dedicated to maternal and infant care.
About Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital
Set to open in

summer 2026 , this state-of-the-art facility represents one of Orlando Healths largest investments in Polk County, ensuring long-term access to advanced, compassionate care for the community.
300+ inpatient beds, 69 emergency and observation beds,

11 operating rooms plus four cardiac and interventional suites
Robust

labor and delivery services,

including:

8 labor & delivery rooms,

2 dedicated C-section operating rooms, and

25+ postpartum rooms
A

12-bed Level II NICU,

opening shortly after the hospital debut
The NICU & Practice Opportunity
This

brand-new Level II NICU

is designed for growth and supported by an established regional network. This role is ideal for a neonatologist who enjoys clinical variety, values teamwork, and wants to help establish best practices in a new, high-quality program.
Projected NICU

average daily census of 5-6

by year-end
Newborn nursery

ADC of 6-7
~2,000 annual deliveries
Support from Pediatrixs flagship

Level IV NICU at Winnie Palmer Hospital

(142 beds)
Neonatologist 24-hour in-house staffing model
Opening as a Level I with 3 neonatologist staffing model, expanding to a 4 neonatologist model when the unit moves to a Level II in the summer/fall of 2026
Neonatologist schedule: 7- 8

in-house shifts (24-hour) per month
Why Lakeland, Florida?
Nestled among

nearly 40 lakes

in the heart of Central Florida,

Lakeland

offers a lifestyle that blends charm, culture, and convenience.
Ideally located

between Tampa and Orlando
Population of just over

100,000 , offering vibrancy without overcrowding
Active downtown , welcoming neighborhoods, and beautiful botanical surroundings
Home to

Florida Southern College , featuring the

largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world
Easy day trips to the Gulf and Atlantic beaches
Year-round tropical weather
Lakeland is the birthplace of

Publix
Major employers include

GEICO
Host city of

Sun n Fun , the

second-largest airshow in the U.S.
Detroit Tigers Spring Training

takes place here
Iconic

royal swans , descendants of a gift from

Queen Elizabeth , grace many of the citys lakes
Join Pediatrix
At Pediatrix, youll be part of a physician-led organization known for clinical excellence, professional support, and long-term stability. This opportunity combines the excitement of building something new with the strength of a nationally respected neonatology network.

Come help us shape the future of neonatal care in Central Florida?starting summer 2026.
Board Eligible / Board Certified Neonatologist
Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way. TM

At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, thats not only our motto at work each day; its also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. B enefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions.

Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nations leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The groups high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

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