Pediatrics | Physician | Local Contract – Johnstown, PA

Locum Tenens Neonatologist – Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Johnstown, PA)

Locum Tenens Neonatologist – Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine in Johnstown, PA. Board-certified neonatologist needed for Level IIIA NICU per diem coverage (approximately one week per month). Join a NICU physician team providing neonatal intensive care and outpatient newborn follow-up in Johnstown, Pennsylvania (Laurel Highlands).

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a locum tenens physician specializing in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (neonatology) in Johnstown, PA. This opportunity combines inpatient NICU care and outpatient clinic responsibilities at a Level IIIA NICU, supporting critically ill newborns and their families. Ideal for locum tenens neonatologists, neonatal intensivists, and pediatric subspecialists seeking Pennsylvania locum tenens jobs or per diem neonatology shifts.

Job Details

• Location: Johnstown, PA 15905 — Johnstown, Pennsylvania (Laurel Highlands); PA neonatology jobs, locum tenens neonatologist)
• Position: Locum Tenens Neonatologist / NICU Physician (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
• Setting: Inpatient NICU (Level IIIA) & Outpatient Clinic
• Start Date: July 1, 2026
• End Date: Ongoing (per diem; approximately one week per month)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,150 – $7,280 (competitive locum tenens pay)
• Schedule: In-house coverage 8AM–4PM during coverage week; 24/7 out-of-house call with 20-minute response time
• Average Daily Census: 9–11 infants; NICU admissions average ~20/month
• Clinic: Outpatient clinic every Thursday (up to 7 patients)
• EMR: Epic (experience with Epic EMR preferred)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Board Certified Physician (MD) in Pediatrics – Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (board-certified neonatologist)
• Active Pennsylvania medical license (PA license required for locum tenens coverage)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Level III NICU setting; prior NICU physician or neonatal intensivist experience preferred
• Fellowship training in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Required Certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, PALS
• Proficiency in advanced neonatal procedures and critical care (see responsibilities)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (neonatology team, nursing, respiratory therapy, NICU support staff)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for neonates in a 16-bed Level IIIA NICU (expandable to 20 beds) as the on-site NICU physician
• Perform NICU rounds, admit and manage critically ill newborns, and direct neonatal intensive care (neonatal intensivist duties)
• Manage high-risk deliveries and C-sections (high-risk only) in collaboration with obstetrics teams
• Cover outpatient newborn clinic one day per week (Thursday) for follow-up and continuity of care
• Be available for 24/7 out-of-house call during coverage week with a 20-minute response time
• Collaborate closely with one full-time neonatologist and a team of 5 mid-level providers to coordinate NICU and newborn care
• Perform and supervise advanced neonatal procedures, including:
  • Non-invasive and invasive ventilation management (NeoPuff, BiPAP/CPAP, ETT)
  • Intubation (neonatal and pediatric)
  • Central and arterial line placement
  • Chest tube insertion, needle decompression, thoracentesis
  • Lumbar puncture, paracentesis, exchange transfusions
  • ECMO management (preferred experience)
  • Interpretation of neonatal X-rays and EKGs
  • Minor procedures such as circumcision and suturing minor lacerations
• Utilize Epic EMR for documentation, orders, and communication with care teams

Why consider this locum tenens neonatology opportunity? Work in a supportive Level IIIA NICU environment with competitive weekly pay, flexible per diem scheduling, and exposure to a variety of high-risk neonatal cases. This role is ideal for locum tenens neonatologists, neonatal intensivists, and pediatric subspecialists seeking Pennsylvania locum positions or travel physician roles in a scenic, community-focused setting.

Apply now to be considered for this Locum Tenens Neonatologist – Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine position in Johnstown, PA. Join our healthcare team and make a meaningful impact on newborn care in the Laurel Highlands.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.