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How much do neonatology fellow jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for neonatology fellow in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a neonatology fellow?

A Neonatology Fellow is a pediatrician undergoing specialized training in the care of critically ill and premature newborns. Fellows work in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), managing complex medical cases, performing procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. They also engage in research, teaching, and quality improvement initiatives. This advanced training typically lasts 3 years and prepares fellows for board certification in neonatology.

What does the typical work schedule look like for a neonatology fellow, and how is the workload managed?

Neonatology Fellows often work a mix of day and overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays, due to the 24/7 nature of neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). The schedule typically involves rotating through clinical duties, on-call shifts, academic conferences, and research activities, with designated time for both patient care and learning. Workload is managed through structured rotations, mentorship from senior neonatologists, and support from interdisciplinary teams, which helps fellows build expertise while maintaining work-life balance. This setup provides ample learning opportunities and continuity of care for patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the neonatology fellow position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Neonatology Fellow, you need a solid background in pediatrics or neonatal-perinatal medicine, an MD or DO degree, and completion of a pediatric residency. Familiarity with neonatal ventilators, advanced life support certification (such as NRP), and expertise in interpreting lab/imaging results are crucial. Strong communication skills, emotional resilience, and teamwork help fellows excel in high-pressure environments and multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure fellows can provide critical care to vulnerable newborns and collaborate effectively with families and healthcare professionals.

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Infographic showing various Neonatology Fellow job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,022 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Neonatology Physician

Orange, CA • On-site

Rady Childrens Health-Orange County
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Full-time

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Neonatologist The CHOC Specialists Division of Neonatology is seeking Board Certified/Eligible Neonatologists to join our well-established group of 70 neonatologists providing coverage at our regional 100 bed level 4 NICU at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and 13 other level 3 and level 2 NICU's with additional locations in Southern California. The group also has an expanding newborn hospitalist program and is supported by advance practice providers. The CHOC NICU has facilities for ECMO and Cardiac Surgeries and runs busy specialized lines of neonatal services including a vibrant Small Baby Unit, a Surgical NICU, a CVNICU and a Neuro NICU. There is a shared Neonatology fellowship program with the University of California, Irvine, a new Neonatal Hemodynamic and Cardiovascular fellowship program and a pediatric residency program at CHOC. The Division supports broad research programs in both clinical and quality improvement. CHOC prides itself as being one of few children's hospitals with a distinguished innovation center and artificial intelligence MI3 program.CHOC Specialists has 26 pediatric medical and surgical subspecialty divisions which provide the wide spectrum of pediatric subspecialty clinical services, from basic care to leading-edge treatment for diseases and medical conditions affecting children. Comprised of more than 350 recognized pediatric subspecialists, our physicians and advance practice providers provide expert, innovative and compassionate care for infants, children, adolescents and, in some specialties, adult patients. Successful candidates will be eligible for unrestricted California medical licenses.Orange County, California, is famous for its warm climate, with average temperatures of 70 degrees and up throughout most of the year. Orange County boasts unbeatable entertainment, shopping and attractions and with the beach, mountains and desert all within short driving distances, there is something for everyone.

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