Pediatric Pulmonologist

Overview

Pediatric Pulmonologist Opportunity

Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce - one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. Whether you're a resident, a physician early in your career, or a seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron Children's Hospital has something different that's hard to explain. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter through the doors.

You experience it every day with your colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once you're here, you know you're home.

The successful candidate will join a well-established group, expanding the services of the Robert T. Stone, MD Respiratory Center team. Our team includes 8 pediatric pulmonologists, 3 nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists and support staff who provide a complete spectrum of coordinated, compassionate care to our patients. We treat a wide range of pediatric pulmonary conditions, including asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, chronic respiratory failure, cystic fibrosis (in our accredited CF Center) and more.

This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

• Join a well-established pediatric pulmonology group and contribute to expanding services at the Robert T. Stone, MD Respiratory Center.
• Collaborate with 8 pediatric pulmonologists, 3 nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists and support staff to provide comprehensive, coordinated, compassionate care.
• Treat a wide range of pediatric pulmonary conditions including asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, chronic respiratory failure and cystic fibrosis.

• Board eligibility or certification in Pediatric Pulmonology.
• Ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

• Attractive guaranteed base salary
• Starting bonus
• Quality and productivity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence-based malpractice
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies

Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, 6 regional health centers and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we make it easier for today’s busy families to find the high-quality care they need. We also partner with other health systems to bring our neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients in their community hospitals.

Ranked among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023, Akron Children's Hospital isthe largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. With more than a million patient visits a year, we have led the way to healthier futures for children through quality patient care, education, advocacy, community service and medical discovery for more than 130 years. Children aren’t just a segment of our focus;

they are our focus. The services at Akron Children's Hospital span the entire scope of medical services available today—from routine and preventative care to emerging technologies in surgery and patient care.

Akron Children's Hospital is the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the 8th largest children's hospital in the country. We are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University. Active involvement in medical student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience. Akron Children's is dedicated to family-centered care and improving the treatment of childhood illness and injury through research at the Rebecca

D. Considine Clinical Research Institute.

The resources available to our physicians, cutting-edge technology, collaboration across departments and the cohesive team environment help us live our mission and treat every child as our own.

Our Northeast Ohio communities are deeply ingrained in our work, volunteerism and daily lives. We’re part of the communities we serve, and the communities are a part of us. You'll be proud to tell people you work at Akron Children's as they share their own connections to the Hospital. Working here offers opportunities to live in, work in and love Northeast Ohio.

Outdoor recreation options include the Towpath Trail, golf courses, lakes for fishing, boating, and sailing, and various sports for youth and adults. The area offers major league attractions and small-town appeal, rich history and cultural diversity, a stimulating blend of educational, cultural and recreational resources. This four-season region provides extensive parks for year-round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio is a premier destination to work, live, play, shop and dine.

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