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West Islip, New York

Neonatologist-PD

NeonatologyIncludes callPer Diem

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Job Description

  • Neonatologist
  • Good Samaritan University Hospital (GSUH)
  • West Islip, Long Island, New York

Position Overview

Excellent opportunity to join growing neonatology division at Good Samaritan University Hospital.

As a Neonatologist, you will play a crucial role in the care and management of high-risk newborns in our Level three (III) + Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with capabilities to provide high frequency ventilation, nitric oxide and total body cooling.

Excellent support of pediatric surgery and pediatric neurosurgery as well as all other pediatric subspecialties. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive medical care, support families, and contribute to the ongoing education of residents and medical students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality medical care to newborns with complex medical conditions.
  • Collaborate with a team of neonatologists, nurses, and specialists to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Conduct consultations for high-risk deliveries and manage infants requiring intensive care.
  • Participate in neonatal resuscitation and stabilization of critically ill infants.
  • Educate and support families regarding their newborn’s condition and care plan.
  • Engage in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives to advance neonatal care.
  • Participate in teaching activities for residents and medical students.

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited Neonatology fellowship.
  • Board Certified or board-eligible in Neonatology.
  • Active New York state medical license.
  • Strong clinical skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Flexible call schedule.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and technology.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Nitric oxide therapyMedical consultationCommunication skills

Neonatology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 70% have no call, 32% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution21 jobs · 20 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
77%
CME allowance
68% this job
Relocation assistance
36%
Sign-on bonus
23%
Loan repayment
18%

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 2.8
Better work-life than 80% of Neonatology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 77 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in West Islip

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$747k
Median resident rent
$2,765/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Flexible call schedule
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education
Supportive work environment
State-of-the-art facilities