Description
Facility in Detroit, MI seeking Neonatology locums coverageCompensation:
$350/hr Night shift
$450/hr OT A Michigan facility is seeking a Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible Neonatologist for locum tenens night coverage following the resignation of an existing neonatologist. This is an in-house overnight role with a steady NICU census and an urgent need, with temporary privileges requested. Position Details
Specialty: Neonatology
Practice Setting: Inpatient NICU
Facility Trauma Level: Level III
Coverage Reason: Resignation of an existing neonatologist
Coverage Dates: March 24, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Coverage Volume: Approximately 4–6 shifts per month Schedule
In-house night call
7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Practice Environment
15-bed NICU
Average daily census: approximately 12 patients
Average admissions: 0–4 per day
Neonatology team includes:
3 full-time neonatologists
2 part-time neonatologists
4 contingent providers Clinical Responsibilities
Attend C-sections
Manage NICU patients
Coordinate and perform neonatal transfers as required
No coverage required for Level I (well-baby) nursery.
Documentation
EMR systems: Cerner / eCare / PowerChart Credentialing
Estimated credentialing timeframe: 90–120 days
Due to urgent need, the facility is requesting temporary privileges when possible. Travel and Reimbursement
Local providers only
Mileage reimbursement available
No airfare, lodging, or rental car reimbursement Requirements
Truly Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neonatology – required
Fellowship-trained in Neonatology – required
Active Michigan medical license (license must be in hand) – required
BLS, NRP, and ACLS certifications – required
Clean background – required
Local provider (mileage reimbursed if applicable) – required
Self-query NPDB report (pulled within the last month) – required at time of presentation About WhiteCoat Locums:
- Physician owned and led agency
- Highest-Pay rates on the market
- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail
- 100% transparent
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