Ped Inf Disease Physician

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 dedicated team of four experienced physicians in the Division of Infectious Diseases. Our team provides expert consultation in the diagnosis and management of pediatric infectious diseases, with a focus on complex, recurrent, rare, or treatment-resistant infections. We offer comprehensive outpatient services, including follow-up care for hospitalized patients and evaluation of conditions such as prolonged or recurrent fevers, Lyme disease, and MRSA infections.

The division is actively engaged in quality improvement initiatives, and there are opportunities to participate in clinical research in collaboration with our affiliated research institute. The new team member will also play an integral role in our infection prevention and control program.

• Partnership with an established team of  affording exceptional work-life balance
• Active involvement in medical student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience
• An attractive guaranteed base salary
• A starting bonus
• Quality and productivity bonuses
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies
• This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government

• MD or DO degree
• Board eligibility/certification in Pediatric Infectious Disease
• Ability to obtain an active medical license and DEA license in the state of Ohio

For more information or to apply, contact Jane Hensley at jhensley.