Neonatology Staff Physician 2 or Staff Physician 3

We’re experts in caring for newborns. You can rest assured that the Cincinnati Children’s neonatal team provides state-of-the-art treatment for fragile and critically ill newborns, based on the latest in research.

Our neonatology program is nationally ranked in the top ten in the 2024-25 list of Best Children’s Hospitals published by U.S. News & World Report.

In addition to the challenging and dynamic clinical experience, inpatient staff physicians have opportunities to participate in quality improvement, clinical guideline development and implementation, resident and medical student education, and clinical research.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:  To provide safe and effective medical care to Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center patients. Follows care guidelines and treatment protocols for infants, children, and adolescents to aid their mental and physical growth and development. Participates in all department/division activities and initiatives. Maintains good standing in the department.

Representative Responsibilities

Patient Care - Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the medical license, education, and experience. Participate in safe, effective, and compassionate patient care commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility. Examine patients to determine the presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine the nature and extent of disease or injury and prescribe and administer medications and immunizations. Perform procedures, collect data, analyze data, and make decisions regarding patient care, including initial screening, assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, care, reassessment, and discontinuation. May formulate, maintain, support, monitor, and modify a patient-specific plan for care, treatment, and rehabilitation based on the patient's assessment. May also plan and coordinate care, treatment, and rehabilitation for discharged patients.

Effective Communication—Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred, or discharged. Provide data that will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment, and the appropriate level of care.

Development of Clinical Excellence - Actively participates in department/division and system learner training and educational programs. Maintains currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.

Policy Compliance - Maintains good standing in the department by compliance with licensure and credentialing criteria. Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by Cincinnati Children's mission handling and applicable laws and regulations. Follow Cincinnati Children's established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge, and billing. Review timeliness, accuracy, availability, and security of information.

Education/Experience

Staff Physician 2 requirements:

• Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent   
• Unrestricted licensed physician   
• Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division   
• 2 years related experience   

Preferred:

• Board certification in pediatrics.
• Adv Cardiovascular Life Support
• CPR

Staff Physician 3 requirements:

• Doctor of Medicine OR Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or equivalent   
• Unrestricted licensed physician   
• Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division   
• 5 years related experience

Preferred:

• Board certification in pediatrics.
• Adv Cardiovascular Life Support
• CPR

Unique Skills

• Skill in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-childcare, and management of illness
• Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to evaluate and treat complex patients in one or more specialty areas.
• Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology
• Knowledge and skill in patient and/or family education
• Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to integrate with others who are different from oneself successfully.
• Professional knowledge and ability sufficient to effectively fulfill the position's responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and/or interpersonal communication skills.

 

Primary Location

Location T

 

Schedule

Full time

 

Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Department

Neonate & Pul Biol

 

Employee Status

Regular

 

FTE

1

 

Weekly Hours

40

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here. 

• Competitive retirement plans  

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education  

• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners  

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions 

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group  

• Physical and mental health wellness programs  

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions 

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type 

 

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability