Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Care
- Provide comprehensive care to neonates in NICU, including ventilator and CPAP support.
- Diagnose and manage conditions such as respiratory distress, neonatal sepsis, jaundice, birth asphyxia, prematurity , congenital anomalies, etc.
- Perform neonatal procedures (intubation, umbilical line insertion, exchange transfusion, surfactant administration, etc.).
- Lead neonatal resuscitation in delivery rooms and emergency situations.
- Develop care plans for high-risk neonates and ensure parental counseling.
2. NICU Management
Supervise day-to-day operations of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).Ensure adherence to infection control, monitoring protocols, and safety standards.Coordinate care with pediatricians, obstetricians, nurses, and other specialists.Maintain NICU documentation, registers, and quality improvement data.3. Teaching & Training (For Academic Roles)
Teach MBBS, MD / DNB (Pediatrics), and nursing students on neonatal topics.Conduct bedside clinical rounds, skill-based teaching, and case presentations.Guide postgraduate students in research, thesis writing, and CME presentations.Participate in curriculum planning and examination duties.4. Research & Development
Initiate or contribute to clinical research in neonatology and perinatology.Publish in academic journals and present at national / international conferences.Implement evidence-based practices and contribute to NICU protocol updates.5. Family Counseling & Support
Provide compassionate communication to parents of critically ill or premature babies.Counsel families about neonatal conditions, prognosis, follow-up, and preventive care.Qualifications
Essential :
MBBS + MD (Pediatrics)DM / DNB Neonatology or Fellowship in Neonatology (IAP / NNF recognized)Valid registration with State or National Medical CouncilDesirable :
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) instructor certificationPrior experience in Level II / III NICUsTeaching or academic research experienceSkills & Competencies
In-depth knowledge of neonatal physiology, pathology, and intensive careSkilled in neonatal procedures and use of ventilators, incubators, monitorsExcellent decision-making in high-pressure and emergency situationsStrong leadership and team coordinationEffective communication with multidisciplinary teams and parentsCommitment to quality care and continuous learningSkills Required
respiratory distress, neonatal sepsis, jaundice, birth asphyxia, prematurity, congenital anomalies