Centra Health

NEONATOLOGIST | LYNCHBURG, VA

Join a mission-driven health system and play a key role in shaping the future of neonatal care in Central Virginia. Centra Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Neonatologist to join our highly respected Level III NICU team at Virginia Baptist Hospital in Lynchburg, VA. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a cohesive, deeply rooted unit with an exceptional reputation in the community — and to help lead its next era of growth, including a brand-new patient tower featuring couplet care rooms.

You Can Expect

• Schedule: 24-hour shifts; in-house from ~8/9am through early afternoon, remainder on call
• Call: Shared model with expectation of 1:3 as team grows (low call burden with highly autonomous NNP support)
• Team Model: 1 Neonatologist + 1 NNP per shift
• NNPs conduct daily rounds; neonatologist provides leadership, assessments, and plan collaboration
• Supported by highly tenured nursing staff, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and more
• Unit: Licensed for 13 beds, 4 pods | Avg census: 10–13
• Acuity: Level III (B) — 25 weeks and up, “grower/feeder” focus, ventilation, no surgical cases onsite
• Procedures: Umbilical lines, intubations as needed, occasional chest tubes
• Deliveries: Vaginal and C-Section in a Baby Friendly labor and delivery environment
• NET Team: Lead neonatal emergency response and assist with transport as needed
• Collaboration: Strong referral partnership with UVA & Carilion with robust mentorship and transport teams
• Culture: Strong community support — low turnover, neonatal birthday celebrations, foundation-sponsored events
• Growth & Innovation: Participate in statewide collaboratives (Late Preterm, Substance-Exposed Infant, QI initiatives)
• Future Expansion: New patient tower coming — NICU will transition to couplet care rooms
• Start Date: Target of April 2026 (flexible to allow for onboarding/credentialing)
• Visa Support: J-1 and H-1B candidates welcomed

A successful candidate is collaborative, innovative, and excited to become part of a team that values family-centered care and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO with completion of Neonatology Fellowship
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Unrestricted or eligible for Virginia medical licensure
• Commitment to teamwork, communication, and quality improvement
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package — base salary + productivity incentives
• Total potential compensation among the most competitive in Virginia
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Paid Time Off + CME allowance (funds + dedicated days)
• 403(b) retirement plan with immediate vesting & employer matching
• Comprehensive benefits: malpractice with tail, medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Professional growth pathways — leadership potential, QI involvement, and collaboration within Centra’s growing Women’s & Children’s service line
  

Why Lynchburg, Virginia?

Lynchburg (pop. 85,000+) offers a safe, vibrant, and affordable place to call home — with the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, culture, and family-friendly amenities.

• Low cost of living + beautiful, diverse housing
• Scenic access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachian Trail & Smith Mountain Lake
• Top-performing public and private schools
• Thriving arts scene — Academy Center for the Arts, music & theater festivals
• Family favorites such as Amazement Square Museum, orchards & sporting events
• Easy travel with Amtrak downtown and Lynchburg Regional Airport
• Growing culinary scene and charming historic neighborhoods
  
  

It’s no wonder Lynchburg is consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Live in Virginia.

About Centra Medical Group

Centra Medical Group (CMG) is a physician-led network of 600+ employed providers serving more than 600,000 residents across Central and Southern Virginia. With more than 70 outpatient and specialty practices, CMG is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care and continuous innovation.

CMG also proudly supports medical education, including the Lynchburg Family Medicine Residency — with academic affiliations to UVA, VCU, VCOM, and Liberty University — and LEAPP, our advancement program for APPs.

EEO

Centra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veteran status.