Chief of Neonatology - Wilmington, DE
Job Description
Neonatology Division Chief at Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware Valley
Nemours Children's Health, Delaware seeks an accomplished neonatologist to become the new Division Chief of Neonatology in the Delaware Valley. This Chief will lead a collaborative team within the Department of Pediatrics and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Neonatal Division on the Wilmington campus, home to the largest NICU within the Nemours Children's Health System. The Division provides exceptional care to Nemours Children's Hospital neonates, typical of Level IV neonatal ICUs, serving the greater region and the rapidly growing Nemours' Advanced Delivery Program. The Division Chief will also serve a strategic and academic leadership role for the regional neonatal network operated by Nemours to lead clinical and academic integration across the partnership institutions. A faculty appointment consistent with the level of academic achievement will be provided at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Resources are available to support clinical and academic growth. The Chief reports to the Chair of Pediatrics.
The Division of Neonatology currently includes 13 physicians and 12 APPs who care for an average daily census of 30. Neonatology is one of the fastest growing services at Nemours, having grown by 50% in the last five years. The Nemours neonatology practice partners closely with a state-of-the-art 24/7 advanced delivery unit, where babies with congenital conditions requiring postnatal surgery or other subspecialties can be delivered with comprehensive services and full wrap-around care. In 2025, Nemours will invest $130M in areas including maternal fetal health and the expansion of the NICU, which will further increase the service by 50%, to 45 beds.
The Division Chief of Neonatology will be instrumental in leading and expanding the current program across all missions. They will drive the strategic direction of the Division, building on a strong foundation and history and will enhance current research and academic productivity and grow the program through the recruitment and retention of talented and committed faculty. This leader should have a robust track record of both clinical and academic success as well as proven leadership skills to collaborate and build a successful interdisciplinary patient-centered program. An established track record of change leadership and program development is preferred.
Responsibilities Include
For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact Jessica N. Vega, Sr. Physician Recruiter or here to contact Rebecca Helgesen, Administrative Director
About Us
Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org .
About The Team
At Nemours Children’s, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.
We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children’s is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, click here .
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware , a 220-bed facility located in Wilmington, serves as a Level IV NICU and the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state. For more than 80 years, its world-renowned care, education and research capabilities have healed hundreds of thousands of children and provided training for thousands of pediatric specialists across the U.S.
In 2023–24, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in five pediatric specialties: cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery and orthopedics.
The hospital is a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. This recognition highlights the center's improved surgical quality, reduced complications, lower costs and saved lives.
Our nursing program has earned Magnet status for the third time from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program, demonstrating excellence in health care.
We collaborate closely with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, providing pediatric specialty care for newborns and in the emergency department, and collaborating closely on research and care for complex conditions.
Wilmington, Delaware
Living in Wilmington, Delaware offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks and proximity to major East Coast cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, shopping districts and outdoor recreational opportunities along the Brandywine River. Wilmington is also a hub for business and employment.
Neonatology Division Chief at Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware Valley
Nemours Children's Health, Delaware seeks an accomplished neonatologist to become the new Division Chief of Neonatology in the Delaware Valley. This Chief will lead a collaborative team within the Department of Pediatrics and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Neonatal Division on the Wilmington campus, home to the largest NICU within the Nemours Children's Health System. The Division provides exceptional care to Nemours Children's Hospital neonates, typical of Level IV neonatal ICUs, serving the greater region and the rapidly growing Nemours' Advanced Delivery Program. The Division Chief will also serve a strategic and academic leadership role for the regional neonatal network operated by Nemours to lead clinical and academic integration across the partnership institutions. A faculty appointment consistent with the level of academic achievement will be provided at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Resources are available to support clinical and academic growth. The Chief reports to the Chair of Pediatrics.
The Division of Neonatology currently includes 13 physicians and 12 APPs who care for an average daily census of 30. Neonatology is one of the fastest growing services at Nemours, having grown by 50% in the last five years. The Nemours neonatology practice partners closely with a state-of-the-art 24/7 advanced delivery unit, where babies with congenital conditions requiring postnatal surgery or other subspecialties can be delivered with comprehensive services and full wrap-around care. In 2025, Nemours will invest $130M in areas including maternal fetal health and the expansion of the NICU, which will further increase the service by 50%, to 45 beds.
The Division Chief of Neonatology will be instrumental in leading and expanding the current program across all missions. They will drive the strategic direction of the Division, building on a strong foundation and history and will enhance current research and academic productivity and grow the program through the recruitment and retention of talented and committed faculty. This leader should have a robust track record of both clinical and academic success as well as proven leadership skills to collaborate and build a successful interdisciplinary patient-centered program. An established track record of change leadership and program development is preferred.
Responsibilities Include
- Optimization of clinical services
- Fiscal stewardship and operational management
- Recruitment and retention of well-trained, qualified professionals
- Enhancing scholarly activity, research, and attainment of external funding including philanthropy
- Support of clinical training and education for interns, residents, and fellows
- Competitive base compensation and an annual incentive plan that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments, and quality improvement
- Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
- Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, and 457 retirement savings plans
- Licensure, CME and dues allowance
- Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Medical Degree (MD, DO or Equivalent) from an accredited medical school
- Pediatric Residency and Board Certification
- Neonatology Fellowship and Neonatology/Perinatal Medicine Board Certification or Eligibility
- Eligibility to obtain an unrestricted medical license & DEA in the state of Delaware
- Demonstrated commitment to developing and implementing culturally relevant evidence-based care models and outcomes to ensure delivery of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare using quality measures and performance improvement.
- Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or peer-reviewed research funding
- Active involvement with national or regional professional societies
- Experience in working with underserved populations, including those with economic, health, cultural, and educational disparities
- Demonstration of a strong commitment to medical education.
- Experience in mentorship and career development of trainees and junior faculty members
For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact Jessica N. Vega, Sr. Physician Recruiter or here to contact Rebecca Helgesen, Administrative Director
About Us
Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized children’s health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children’s and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org .
About The Team
At Nemours Children’s, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.
We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children’s is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, click here .
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware , a 220-bed facility located in Wilmington, serves as a Level IV NICU and the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state. For more than 80 years, its world-renowned care, education and research capabilities have healed hundreds of thousands of children and provided training for thousands of pediatric specialists across the U.S.
In 2023–24, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in five pediatric specialties: cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery and orthopedics.
The hospital is a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. This recognition highlights the center's improved surgical quality, reduced complications, lower costs and saved lives.
Our nursing program has earned Magnet status for the third time from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program, demonstrating excellence in health care.
We collaborate closely with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, providing pediatric specialty care for newborns and in the emergency department, and collaborating closely on research and care for complex conditions.
Wilmington, Delaware
Living in Wilmington, Delaware offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks and proximity to major East Coast cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, shopping districts and outdoor recreational opportunities along the Brandywine River. Wilmington is also a hub for business and employment.
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