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How much do locum neonatal consultant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum neonatal consultant in the United States is $308,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $221,500.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Locum Neonatal Consultant vs Neonatal Registrar?

AspectLocum Neonatal ConsultantNeonatal Registrar
QualificationsMedical degree, specialist neonatal training, consultant-level certificationMedical degree, basic neonatal training, specialty registrar level
Work EnvironmentSenior neonatal units, leadership roles, independent decision-makingHospital neonatal units, supervised clinical duties, training environment
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, NHS trusts, private clinicsHospitals, NHS training programs, teaching hospitals

The main difference is that a Locum Neonatal Consultant is a senior, independent practitioner providing expert care and often covering temporary roles, while a Neonatal Registrar is a trainee doctor gaining experience under supervision. The consultant role involves higher responsibilities, decision-making authority, and specialized qualifications, whereas the registrar is still in training to become a consultant.

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Infographic showing various Locum Neonatal Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $308,331 per year, or $148.2 per hour.

NP - Neonatology job in Lansing MI

AAS Healthcare Staffing

Lansing, MI

$121K - $159K/yr

Temporary

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

A leading healthcare system in Lansing, Michigan seeks a Locum Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide coverage in a high-acuity Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit within a Level I Trauma Center. This role involves collaborative, inpatient care of critically ill and premature newborns alongside an experienced neonatology team.

Position details

  • Setting: Inpatient, Level III NICU
  • Facility: Level I Trauma Center
  • Schedule: 12-hour shifts (Day: 7:00 AM–7:30 PM; Night: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM)
  • Weekend coverage required; no on-call duties
  • EMR: Epic

Clinical responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of critically ill and premature neonates
  • Participate in daily rounds and multidisciplinary care planning
  • Manage NICU admissions, consultations, and discharges
  • Collaborate closely with neonatologists, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, and ancillary services
  • Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Epic
  • Typical patient load: approximately 10–12 patients per APP per day

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
  • Active Michigan NP license required
  • Neonatal experience required; prior work in a Level II–IV NICU preferred
  • Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification required
  • Strong neonatal critical care and clinical assessment skills

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