<p>A 486-bed regional medical center in Tucson, Arizona is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Neonatologist to join its Level II NICU program. The position offers a manageable average daily census of approximately five patients, robust Neonatal Nurse Practitioner support, and a structured daytime physician schedule — making this one of the more lifestyle-friendly neonatology opportunities in the Southwest. First-year total compensation ranges from $350,000 to $500,000+, with multiple bonus pathways layered on top of base salary.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Total first-year compensation: $350,000 – $500,000+</li> <li>Sign-on bonus included</li> <li>Quality bonus and productivity bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>Retirement plan included</li> <li>Malpractice coverage included</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Level II NICU within a 486-bed regional medical center offering comprehensive inpatient services</li> <li>Average daily census of approximately five patients — a manageable, focused workload</li> <li>Experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs) provide dedicated bedside coverage</li> <li>Dedicated NICU nursing staff supporting day-to-day clinical operations</li> <li>Physician on-site hours: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; NNP coverage from 2:00 PM – 8:00 AM with physician call-in availability</li> <li>30-minute response time required for after-hours call-ins</li> <li>Equitable call rotation shared across the neonatology team</li> <li>Established transfer relationships with Level III and Level IV NICU centers for higher-acuity escalation</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (American Board of Pediatrics)</li> <li>Completion of a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship</li> <li>Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tucson offers a compelling combination of affordability and quality of life — cost of living runs approximately 15% below the national average, and Arizona carries no state income tax, both of which meaningfully extend take-home compensation. The city enjoys roughly 350 days of sunshine annually, is flanked by multiple mountain ranges ideal for hiking, climbing, and cycling, and sits just 90 minutes from Phoenix for easy access to a major metropolitan hub. The University of Arizona anchors a vibrant academic and cultural community, with strong public and private school options that make Tucson a natural fit for physicians relocating with families.</p>