Open Rank Clinical Practice Track, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology - VMC

Description

The University of Washington (UW), Department of Pediatrics is currently recruiting a full-time Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank, on the Clinical Practice Track. Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in UW’s Faculty Code Section 24-34. This individual will have the role of Valley Medical Center Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Director.

Valley Medical Center is seeking a NICU Director to lead our Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This leadership role provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of neonatal care, ensuring the highest quality outcomes for newborns and their families. The successful candidate will oversee clinical leadership, operations, and quality improvement in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment while fostering innovation and excellence in neonatal care.

About the Valley Medical Center NICU

Our 29-bed, single-room NICU provides state-of-the-art care in a family-centered environment. Two specialized infant stabilization rooms allow for immediate neonatal resuscitation within the NICU, eliminating the need for transport after stabilization. We have a robust high-risk perinatal program, where neonatologists work closely with maternal-fetal medicine specialists to provide prenatal consultations and coordinated care.

The multidisciplinary care team includes dedicated pharmacists, dietitians, physical therapists, speech therapists, respiratory therapists, social workers, and NICU nurses. Our advanced neonatal services include:

• Therapeutic hypothermia with 24/7 Pediatric Neurology support
• A full range of ventilatory strategies, including high-frequency oscillatory ventilation
• 24/7 in-house coverage by Advanced Neonatal Practitioners under the direction of Attending Neonatologists

Valley Medical Center sees approximately 3,000 deliveries annually, with 200 NICU admissions per year.

Positions are available beginning in Summer/Fall 2025; a specific start date is negotiable.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Operations: Oversee all aspects of NICU operations, including staffing, budgeting, and resource management.
• Clinical Excellence: Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure the highest standards of patient-centered neonatal care.
• Quality & Safety Initiatives: Lead quality improvement projects to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
• Protocol & Policy Development: Implement clinical guidelines, protocols, and policies aligned with best practices.
• Mentorship & Staff Development: Provide coaching, professional development, and leadership to NICU staff.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to The Joint Commission and state/federal regulations governing NICU care.

In addition, clinical work, teaching, scholarship, and service are integral to all Clinical Practice positions. The initial appointment period will be three years, at a minimum, with eligibility for renewal thereafter. Faculty on the clinical practice track hold multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. Clinical Practice track appointments are not eligible for tenure.

The base salary range for this position will be: Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice $18,618 - $27,927 per month ($223,416 - $335,124 annually),  Associate Professor of Clinical Practice $21,793 - $32,689 per month ($261,516 - $392,268 annually),  Professor of Clinical Practice $24,947 - $37,420 per month ($299,364 - $449,040 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the Children's University Medical Group (CUMG) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University.  Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by Children's University Medical Group (CUMG) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.  

Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through Children’s University Medical Group practice plan. Additional administrative responsibilities may be offered to a spec