Neonatology | Physician | 13-Week Travel Contract – Hartford, CT

Locum Tenens Neonatologist – Hartford, CT

Advance your neonatology career with a locum tenens physician opportunity in Hartford, Connecticut, providing inpatient neonatal care across two nearby hospitals. Join a collaborative neonatal care team supporting a Level III-B NICU and nursery, with an average daily census of approximately 14 NICU patients and up to 20 nursery patients on weekends. Hartford, the capital of Connecticut, offers historic character, cultural attractions, dining, and convenient access to destinations throughout New England.

Locum Tenens Physician Job Details

• Opportunity Type: Locum tenens neonatologist position
• Location: Hartford, Connecticut
• Healthcare Setting: Inpatient hospital-based care in a Level III-B NICU and nursery
• Coverage Schedule: One Monday-to-Monday coverage block per month, with daytime coverage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Shift Duration: 8-hour day shifts
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week during coverage blocks
• Call: Nightly beeper and phone call, with an approximate 1:4 call ratio
• Callback: Approximately 2–3 callbacks per week, generally lasting 2–3 hours
• Assignment Duration: Approximately 13 weeks; coverage anticipated from January through September 2027, with dates coordinated during the scheduling process
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $7,100–$8,410
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic
• Credentialing: Temporary privileges may be available for qualified providers

Neonatologist Job Requirements

• Board certification in Neonatology
• At least 1 year of clinical experience providing neonatal and newborn care
• Connecticut physician license in hand at the time of submission, or eligibility through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Active DEA registration and Connecticut controlled substance registration
• Epic experience preferred
• Must be local to the Hartford area and able to provide coverage at both hospital locations, which are approximately 35 miles apart
• Ability to perform newborn circumcisions

Neonatal Physician Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care for neonates in a Level III-B NICU and nursery
• Evaluate and manage approximately 14 NICU patients per day, along with nursery patients and weekend coverage needs
• Provide Monday-to-Monday daytime coverage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during scheduled coverage blocks
• Respond to nightly beeper and phone calls and provide clinical guidance for urgent neonatal needs
• Perform newborn circumcisions and other duties within the scope of neonatal practice
• Document patient care accurately in Epic
• Coordinate care across two inpatient hospital locations while maintaining continuity and quality of neonatal care

Apply now for this locum tenens neonatologist opportunity in Hartford, Connecticut, and join a collaborative neonatal care team.

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.