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Pediatric Neonatologist - Assistant/Associate/Professor

PediatricsFull-Time

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

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 )

*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 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 12% are remote, 54% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $257k (middle half $223k–$300k)84 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Tennessee12 active737 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 12% remote · 54% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee physician listings (all specialties): 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 5% offer loan repayment353 active listings, Nov 2026
Pediatrics hiring demand#9 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 45 days · 29% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 236 postings, 246 closed
New Pediatrics listings1,211 in the last 30 days722 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+6.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

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

Top Pediatrician Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 15 employers
4
<$240k
4
$240k-275k
5
$275k-310k
4
$310k-345k
2
$345k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
72%
Relocation assistance
44%
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
22%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Appeals M.D. – Pediatrician Required (Remote)

UnitedHealth Group · Tampa, Florida

$249k-$373k
#2

Pediatrician - Reliant Medical Group

UnitedHealth Group · Auburn, Massachusetts

$204k-$346k
#3

Pediatrician (Part-Time)

$300k-$325k
#4

Pediatrician

$300k-$325k
+ 23 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Pediatrics listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 735 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Johnson City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$310k
Typical market rent
$1,507/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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