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Neonatology Physician

Lexington Metropolitan Area & Suburbs


Practice highlights

  • Work/life balance: Enjoy true balance with a predictable 7 on / 7 off schedule — giving you a full week off every other week
  • Home-based call: Take call from the comfort of home — no overnight in-house burden, so your off hours are genuinely yours.
  • Leadership pathway: Ambitious physicians thrive here — a clear, supported path to Medical Director awaits those ready to lead.
  • World-class academic affiliation: Join one of the country's most respected pediatric departments within a major university health system — collaborate, publish, and push the field forward.

Compensation and benefits

  • Compensation: $300,000 base salary — competitive for an academic neonatology role with this level of work/life balance.
  • Relocation: $17,500 relocation assistance to make your move to the Bluegrass State seamless.
  • CME: $4,500/year to keep you at the forefront of neonatal medicine.
  • PTO: 36 days/year — more than most, because time away makes you a better physician.

Qualifications

  • Degree: MD or DO
  • Certifications: Board certified or board eligible
  • Experience: All levels welcome — including new graduates ready to launch their careers in an exceptional academic environment.
  • Visas: H-1B and J-1 sponsorship available for qualified international candidates.

Community highlights

  • Live in welcoming suburban communities with easy access to Lexington's vibrant dining, arts, and culture scene — and Louisville just 80 miles away for world-class entertainment and sports.
  • Outdoor adventure: Red River Gorge, the Kentucky River palisades, and the Appalachian foothills put world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, river rafting, and paddling right at your doorstep.
  • Family-first community: Safe, tight-knit suburban neighborhoods with top-rated schools, a low cost of living, and the kind of genuine community that's increasingly hard to find — ideal for raising a family.
  • Four beautiful seasons: Warm, active summers, stunning autumn color, and mild winters mean you'll always have something to look forward to


Job Reference #: NEO 24560

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