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Pediatric Neonatologist - Assistant/Associate/Professor

PediatricsFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
Call expectations
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Weekends
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Posted 43m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Job Summary

The Department of Pediatrics at East Tennessee State University, Quillen College
of Medicine, is seeking a full-time Neonatologist to join this division at the
rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor, and the rank will be commensurate
with academic experience. This is a non-tenure track position. The position is a
joint hire with Medical Education Assistance Corporation (MEAC).

Responsibilities of the Neonatologist include providing clinical care for a
39-bed level III NICU with in-house nurse practitioners, outpatient high-risk
neonatal follow-up, the teaching of medical students and pediatric residents,
quality improvement, and academic pursuits. We have over 800 NICU admissions per
year at Niswonger Children’s Hospital, with air and ground transport systems
available. An active perinatology division for maternal evaluation and
management is also present through the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

The review of applicants will continue until this position is filled. We offer a
competitive salary and benefits package.

Our region is located at the base of the Appalachian Mountains and offers
excellent schools, a low cost of living, and a wealth of outdoor activities.
 Applicants may contact Dr. Jack Owens, Professor and Chief of Pediatric
Neonatology, by email at owensjd@etsu.edu or call at 423-439-6222.

 *J-1 visa waiver candidates are encouraged to apply

Required Qualifications

At time of hire

* MD/DO
* Completion of Neonatology fellowship.
* Board Certified in Pediatrics.
* BC/BE in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.

Compensation & Benefits

* Salary:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience
* For more information regarding benefits, please visit (Employee Benefits
[https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/])

*Note:   This position is contingent on external funding.

Application Instructions

* Required Documents
* Cover Letter
* Curriculum Vitae (CV)
* Copy of transcripts      
* Please note:
* Exempt positions are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14)
calendar days. The closing date is subject to change without notice
* Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

 ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000
diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs.  Located in
the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub
for community, discovery, and service.  Aligned with the institution's mission,
we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and
service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs
in our region and beyond.  Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For,
recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community
engagement.

Disclaimer Statement

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be
a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management
reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed
as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform
the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without
reasonable accommodations.

Key Responsibilities

The Neonatologist will provide clinical care for a 39-bed level III NICU and conduct outpatient high-risk neonatal follow-ups. Additionally, the role involves teaching medical students and pediatric residents while engaging in quality improvement and academic pursuits.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed a Neonatology fellowship. Applicants are required to be Board Certified in Pediatrics and either Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient management

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 46 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 11% are remote, 59% have no call, 33% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Johnson City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$312k
Typical market rent
$1,449/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Johnson City, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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