ACHD Program Director: Pediatric-Adult Heart Care Leader

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive, guaranteed base salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous vacation and CME time

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Impressive recruitment incentives

Job summary

A prominent pediatric hospital in Akron, Ohio, is seeking an ACHD Program Physician Director to lead its congenital heart disease program. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction for clinical care, improving quality outcomes, and coordinating with various medical specialties. Qualified candidates will hold an MD or DO, be board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease, with a strong background in adult congenital care. This role offers competitive salary and diverse benefits while contributing to pediatric health care excellence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience caring for adult congenital heart disease patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, administrative, and strategic leadership.
• Ensure high‑quality, guideline‑directed care for adults with congenital heart disease.
• Facilitate seamless transition from pediatric to adult services.
• Strengthen collaborative care pathways with specialties.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Program Development & Strategy

Partnership & Care Coordination

Quality & Regulatory Oversight

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease

ACHD board eligibility or certification

Eligibility for medical licensure in the state

Job description

A prominent pediatric hospital in Akron, Ohio, is seeking an ACHD Program Physician Director to lead its congenital heart disease program. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction for clinical care, improving quality outcomes, and coordinating with various medical specialties. Qualified candidates will hold an MD or DO, be board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease, with a strong background in adult congenital care. This role offers competitive salary and diverse benefits while contributing to pediatric health care excellence.