Neonatologist - Medical Director

Neonatologist - Medical Director

Winston Salem, North CarolinaPosted 11d agoattending physician
~$395,000SalaryDr Signal· Limited coverage

Reported by 7 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

NeonatologyFull-timeCall-from-home physician schedule · 24/7 in-house NNP coverage; call-from-home physician schedule

Overview

Location
Winston Salem, North Carolina
Schedule
Call-from-home physician schedule · 24/7 in-house NNP coverage; call-from-home physician schedule
SalaryDr Signal range
$355k – $445k

7 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Hospital-based NICU · Tertiary care hospital

Role summary

Experienced Board-Certified Neonatologist sought as Medical Director to lead the NICU team at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, a 921-bed tertiary care hospital with a Level III NICU managing 750+ annual admissions and average daily census exceeding 32 infants. The role includes leadership responsibilities, mentoring, and participation in a 15-physician neonatology group supporting four NICUs across five Level I hospitals in the region.

What the posting highlights

  • Part of neonatology group of 15 neonatologists providing care across four NICUs and five Level I hospitals; 24/7 in-house NNP coverage
  • Care setting: Inpatient NICU care
  • Patient population: Neonates requiring critical care; regional referrals
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$355k–$445k · $395k median
$344kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$456k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$355k – $445k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
7 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Bonus / incentives
Many locations offering sign-on bonuses

Benefits named in the posting

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Life and Disability insurance
  • Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSAs
  • 401(k) plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Some benefits at no cost; others with employee cost share
  • Voluntary plans available
Physician-reported total comp$355k–$445k · $395k median
$344kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$456k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 7 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Pediatrix Medical Group

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EHR
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Hospital-based NICU
Facility type
Tertiary care hospital
Beds
921
Trauma level
Level III NICU
Patient population
Neonates requiring critical care; regional referrals
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
North Carolina
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Hospital-based NICU

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Questions to ask the employer

  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Call-from-home physician schedule
Call burden
24/7 in-house NNP coverage; call-from-home physician schedule
Patient volume
More than 750 NICU admissions annually; approximately 4,500 deliveries annually
Inpatient / outpatient
Inpatient NICU care
Coverage model
Part of neonatology group of 15 neonatologists providing care across four NICUs and five Level I hospitals; 24/7 in-house NNP coverage
Admin burden
Medical Director leadership role with emphasis on team development, program growth, and quality/safety initiatives
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes
Supervises APPs
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
today
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
72%

Full description

Lead. Inspire. Make a Lasting Impact. Winston-Salem, North Carolina Our growing neonatal practice is seeking an experienced, Board-Certified Neonatologist to serve as Medical Director and lead an outstanding NICU team at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. If you are a collaborative physician leader with a passion for providing exceptional neonatal care, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a thriving NICU program while making a meaningful difference in the lives of infants and families. We are seeking a physician leader who Is Board Certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Has a passion for clinical excellence and team development Enjoys mentoring and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams Is committed to advancing quality, patient safety, and family-centered care Brings strong leadership experience and a vision for continued program growth Practice Highlights The Forsyth Winston Salem practice is a Level III NICU providing comprehensive critical care services for the region's most vulnerable newborns More than 750 NICU admissions annually with an average daily census (ADC) exceeding 32 infants Approximately 4,500 deliveries annually Dedicated neonatal transport team Advanced NICU services include: Bubble CPAP High-frequency ventilation Inhaled nitric oxide therapy Therapeutic hypothermia (cooling) Dedicated neonatal transport team Family-centered care model Call-from-home physician schedule 24/7 in-house Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) coverage **Novant Forsyth practice is part of a well-established neonatology group of 15 neonatologists providing care across four NICUs and five Level I hospitals throughout the region About the Hospital Forsyth Medical Center , a 921-bed tertiary care hospital and the largest facility within the Novant Health system, is recognized for delivering state-of-the-art healthcare supported by advanced technology, innovative treatment options, and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. The hospital is committed to clinical excellence and compassionate patient care. Why Winston-Salem? Known as the "City of Arts and Innovation," Winston-Salem offers an exceptional quality of life with the perfect blend of cultural richness, educational excellence, and outdoor recreation. Community Highlights Fifth-largest city in North Carolina Conveniently located: 84 miles southwest of Charlotte 110 miles east of Raleigh Home to six colleges and universities, including: Wake Forest University Winston-Salem State University Salem College , the nation's longest continuously operating women's college Thriving arts and cultural scene featuring: Museums Art galleries Historic attractions Unique shopping and dining experiences More than 3,500 acres of parks and recreational space Excellent opportunities for hiking, running, cycling, and enjoying the outdoors year-round Board Certified 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, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s 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. Benefits 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 nation’s 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 group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers . 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.