Neonatologist

Neonatology

Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Neptune City, NJ

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) presents an exceptional opportunity for a skilled and compassionate BC/BE Neonatologist to join our esteemed Faculty Practice at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a state-designated Regional Perinatal Center.

Join a collegial and supportive team within our advanced Level III NICU, working alongside outstanding colleagues and administrative leaders. This role offers a perfect blend of high-acuity clinical care and a deep commitment to our academic mission.

Highlights

• Advanced Clinical Environment: Practice in a state-of-the‑art Level III NICU at a leading children's hospital.
• Academic Mission: Play a key role in training and educating the next generation of physicians through our robust residency and medical student programs at a premier academic medical center.
• Career Advancement: This position includes the potential for an academic appointment with the Hackensack School of Medicine.
• Work-Life Balance: An equitable, in‑house call schedule (12-24 hour shifts) is designed to support our physicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Deliver comprehensive medical evaluation and treatment for the most critically ill and premature infants. Attend high-risk deliveries and perform antenatal consultations.
• Educational Leadership: Actively train and mentor medical students and residents, contributing directly to our academic programs.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans, and engage in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Family-Centered Care: Maintain clear, compassionate communication and provide essential education and support to patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatology.
• Hold or be eligible for an active medical license in the State of New Jersey.
• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.

Benefits & Compensation

Minimum base salary: $233,416. This figure is a reasonable good‑faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role. Final compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

In addition to base salary, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.