Clinical Practices/Protocols, Conferences, Drug Development, Fellowship, Hubs, Income Tax, Leadership, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatology, Pediatrics, Risk, State Tax
Academic Neonatologist - Texas Tech University
High-Impact Level IV NICU Setting in No-Income Tax State
Practice Highlights:
- Level IV academic NICU with 50 beds, full?scope acuity, and robust subspecialty access.
- Cohesive team of neonatologists, NNPs, and pediatric residents
- Predictable 1-2 week service blocks with a well?supported in?house call model that protects true off?time.
- Consistent leadership in high?risk deliveries with streamlined OB collaboration.
- Influence evolving Neuro?NICU, Small Baby, and POCUS programs; lead QI and clinical protocol development.
- Additional income available through departmental moonlighting; competitive academic compensation with bonuses, relocation, fellowship stipend eligibility, and full benefits including state pension.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: Competitive academic base commensurate with rank/experience.
- Bonus & Incentives: Signing & relocation bonuses including Fellowship stipend up to $30,000 (eligible candidates).
- Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, malpractice, disability, CME funds and license/dues coverage; state pension (TRS), PTO & faculty benefits
Community Highlights
- No state income tax, strong affordability, and meaningful long?term financial value.
- Mountain landscape, ~300 days of sun, and easy access to hiking, climbing, and outdoor escapes.
- Family?friendly region with excellent housing value, short commutes, and a culturally rich food and arts scene.
- Convenient air travel with nonstop access to major hubs for conferences and quick getaways.
Job Reference #24804