Neonatology NICU Hospitalist

We invite pediatricians completing their residency to join our Perinatal Institute Neonatal Intensive Care Unit “NICU” Team at Cincinnati Children’s.

This is a unique opportunity for pediatricians with a gap year or those considering a Neonatology Fellowship to practice in the NICU setting while

expanding their clinical skills.

Hospitalist physicians provide direct care to neonatal patients admitted to our state-of-the-art Level IV NICU. They work in conjunction with the attending neonatologist physician providing the patient’s day to day care and

management of complex and acutely ill patients.

Hospitalist physicians work in the context of a multidisciplinary team, in

collaboration with a large group of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners.

They have additional opportunities to participate in educational and quality improvement projects within the NICU.

Work schedules include day and night shifts in addition to weekend and

holiday rotations. They work on average 3 (12 hour) shifts per week which provides for excellent work/life balance.

Requirements:

• M.D./ D.O. or equivalent

• Completion of an accredited pediatric residency program

• Newborn training/experience in Level III/IV NICU. Orientation is provided.

• Board Certified or Board Eligibility in Pediatrics

Submit questions to Dr. Amy Nathan, Perinatal Instiute Medical Director, at Amy.Nathan@cchmc.org.

To Join the Team! email a cover letter of interest, CV, and three references with contact information to Lucinda Messiah-Covington at

lucinda.messiah-covington@cchmc.org.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care - Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education and experience.  Participate in safe, effective and compassionate patient care, commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility.  Examine patients to determine presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribe and administer medications and immunizations.  Perform procedures, collect data, analyze data and make decisions regarding patient care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment and discontinuation of care. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor and modify a patient-specific plan for care, treatment and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment.  May also plan and coordinate care, treatment and rehabilitation for discharged patients.

• Effective Communication - Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred or discharged.  Provide data which will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment and the appropriate level of care.

• Development of Clinical Excellence - Actively participates in department/division and system learner training and educational programs.  Maintains currency in field through continuing education, literature and seminars.

• Policy Compliance - Maintains good standing in the department by compliance to licensure and credentialing criteria.  Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission and applicable laws and regulations.  Follow Cincinnati Children's established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge and billing.  Review timeliness, accuracy, availability and security of information.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine  equivalent   

• Unrestricted licensed physician   

• Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division   

As CCHMC continues to grow its regional, national, and international presence, clinicians may be asked to work at locations outside of the Burnet Campus.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

 

Primary Location

Location T

 

Schedule

Full time

 

Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Department

APP CCHMC NICU

 

Employee Status

Regular

 

FTE

1

 

Weekly Hours

40

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability