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    Requisition ID:
    50107
    Location:
    501 Medical Center Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
    Specialty:
    Neonatologist
    Type:
    Per Diem

    Job Details

    **Per Diem** Neonatologist Opportunity Availabile in Alexandria, LA - Apply Now!

    Requirements

    Pediatrix Medical Group, in partnership with Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital (RWCH), is seeking dedicated and compassionate Neonatologists to join our growing team in Alexandria, Louisiana on a per diem basis.

    This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a true work-life balance with full time providers on a 7-on/7-off schedule and 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage.

    Why You’ll Love This Role:

    • 34-bed, Level III NICU – diverse acuity and case variety
    • Collaborative 2 Neonatologist / 4 NNP model
    • NNPs in-house 24 hours a day
    • Home call for Neonatologists after rounds
    • 1,500–2,000 deliveries annually
    • Newborn nursery rounds
    • NNP-led transport team (physician covers in-house during transports)

    You’ll be part of a collegial, evidence-based team focused on quality-driven protocols and continuous improvement in neonatal care.

    About the Facility:

    Located within Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital:

    • Central Louisiana’s largest and most advanced NICU
    • The region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
    • A 19-bed pediatric unit, 29-bed well-baby nursery, and 26-bed OB/post-partum unit

    RWCH is a cornerstone of pediatric and neonatal care in the region, offering cutting-edge facilities and a supportive environment for clinicians.

    Discover Alexandria, LA:

    Nestled in the heart of Central Louisiana, Alexandria offers:

    • A vibrant mix of arts, culture, and recreation
    • Affordable living with big-city amenities in a small-town atmosphere
    • Easy access via Interstate 49
    • The scenic Alexandria Riverfront Center for events and entertainment

    Qualifications

    • Active LA license or IMLC license preferred
    • Board Certification in Neonatology required
    • A minimum of 1-year post-fellowship clinical experience required
    • Recent Neonatologist experience required (within the past 12 months)

    Benefits and Compensation

     

     

    Pediatrix does cover your travel expenses (round trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice.

     

    We also cover your malpractice insurance for this W-2 per diem position.

     

     

    *Our benefits include for Per Diem members:  

    • Employee Assistance 

    PTO: Per diem team members are not eligible for PTO 

    Holidays: Per Diem team members are not eligible for company holidays. 

    Other compensation: Per Diem team members are not eligible for other compensation.

     

    This job posting will remain open, and we will continue to accept applications until an offer has been extended and accepted.

     

    Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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