Ped Emergency Med 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 selected candidate will provide specialized family centered care for acutely ill / injured infants, children and teens in the Beeghly Emergency Department. The Emergency Department (ED) sees more than 38,000 visits annually. Enjoy practicing in a new 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art ED, that features 23 treatment rooms. Our Beeghly campus ED collaborates with the Akron campus which is a designated level 1 trauma center. Akron Children's Hospital is the only pediatric hospital in northeast Ohio that has its own helicopter and pediatric transport team.

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

This opportunity offers :

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

Retention Bonus

Requirements include MDor DO degree,board eligibility / certification inPediatricEmergencyMedicine, ACLS, ATLS, PALSand the ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Hospital Overview :

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're making iteasier 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 , Akron Children's Hospital isthe largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. With more than a million patient visits a year, we've been leading the way to healthier futures for children through quality patient care, education, advocacy, community service and medical discover y for more than 130 years! Children aren't just a segment of our focus; theyareour 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. 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, the cutting-edge technology, the collaboration from all departments and the cohesive nature in which we work allow us to live our mission and trulytreat every child as we would our own.

Community Overview :

The Mahoning Valley sits midway between Cleveland and Pittsburgh in the Northeast Ohio-Western Pennsylvania TechBelt. This area is successfully transitioning to a technology and knowledge-based economy by leveraging its industrial and academic strengths. In just the last two years, 107 businesses have invested $682 million here, creating over 4500 new jobs! The Mahoning Valley is an exciting and vibrant place to liveoutstanding parks, museums, theaters, art galleries, sport events, golf courses, country clubs, live concert and event venues, biking and hiking trails, lakes and much more provide residents with a dynamic choice of recreational opportunities.

From major league attractions to small-town appeal, Northeast Ohio area has something for everyone. The area is rich in history and cultural diversity, and provides a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural, and recreational resources. This four-season community offers outdoor enthusiasts more than 40,000 acres of parks for year-round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio has become a premierdestination to work, live, play, shop and dine.

Visit www.akronchildrens.org to learn more or apply online or contact Jane Hensley at jhensley@akronchildrens.org for more details.