NICU Fellow Physician Cross Cover Support PRN

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS)
United States, Texas, Dallas
5201 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 25, 2026
Location: Main Hosp Bldg - 4th Floor OPC Primary Purpose Responsible for providing direct and/or indirect health care services to assigned patient population. Minimum Specifications Education Must have a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an approved college of Medicine/Osteopathy Must be a Neonatology Fellow 2nd Year in at least the second half of their second year or a Neonatology Fellow 3rd Year Must be in good standing with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center's Neonatology Training Program. Must have approval from the Medical Directors of the Neonatology Intensive Care Unit to provide these services. Experience None Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have and maintain for the duration of employment a Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)or Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Must be currently licensed for the practice of medicine in the State of Texas Required Tests for Placement None Skills or Special Abilities Must be able to determine objectives, set priorities and establish and meet target dates. Must be able to work effectively with other health care professionals and serve as a resource to the community. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in meeting age related and disabled patients' needs. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered / patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities As assigned, provides high quality management of patient care. Performs as first call provider to include a wide variety of medical conditions including physical exams, history, assessment, diagnosis, planning and performing special treatments. Records health history, findings, treatment and recommendations accurately and clearly in a thorough, consistent, and prompt manner during each shift, and designates each note to be attested by the supervising faculty physician. Trainees must be supervised by faculty and is not to exceed the level of clinical activity and responsibility of the Trainee in his/her training program. Trainees may not function as independent practitioners. Trainee's hours must be documented in MedHub and must comply with the written policies of the ACGME 80-hour work week, and the program regarding duty hours. Second Job must not interfere with the ability of the Trainees to achieve the goals and objectives of the primary educational program. Job Accountabilities Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding. Requisition ID: 985448