Division Chief - General Academic Pediatrics

utoledo.edu; Toledo (OH); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Tuition fee waiver

Disability coverage

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

The University of Toledo Department of Pediatrics seeks an experienced Pediatric Division Chief to provide clinical and administrative leadership for a growing division. The physician leader will oversee outpatient care at two clinic locations and guide a team of up to 10 pediatric providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include championing evidence-based care, driving quality outcomes, and collaborating with hospital leadership to advance strategic goals.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• Eligible for or currently holding unrestricted state medical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the pediatric division.
• Maintain an active outpatient practice across two clinic locations.
• Lead and supervise a team of up to 10 pediatricians and advanced practice providers.
• Drive quality improvement, patient safety, and operational excellence.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop providers; support professional growth.
• Collaborate with hospital and administrative leadership to advance strategic goals.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Quality improvement

Patient safety

Communication

Change management

Collaboration

Education

MD or DO

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Unrestricted medical license (eligible)

Job description

Job Description:

The Department of Pediatrics at UToledo Health and The University of Toledo College of Medicine & Life Sciences is seeking an experienced, visionary Pediatric Division Chief to provide clinical and administrative leadership for a growing pediatric division. This physician leader will maintain an active outpatient clinical practice across two pediatric clinic locations while overseeing a team of up to 10 Pediatricians dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Position Highlights:

• Provide outpatient pediatric care at two clinic locations.
• Lead and supervise a team of up to 10 Pediatricians and advanced practice providers.
• Drive quality improvement, patient safety, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support provider recruitment, onboarding, retention, and professional development.
• Collaborate with hospital, medical staff, and administrative leadership to advance strategic goals.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient experience.
• Participate in clinical program development and service line growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership

• Maintain an active outpatient pediatric practice.
• Serve as a clinical role model and resource for physicians and staff.
• Champion evidence-based care and quality outcomes.

Administrative Leadership

• Provide day-to-day oversight of division operations.
• Monitor clinical productivity, access, patient satisfaction, and quality metrics.
• Assist with budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
• Address operational challenges and implement process improvements.

Team Development

• Mentor and support pediatric providers.
• Conduct performance reviews and professional development discussions.
• Foster collaboration among providers, nursing, and support staff.
• Recruit and retain high-performing physicians.

Qualifications:

Required

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• Eligible for or currently holding unrestricted state medical licensure.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical pediatric experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a medical practice, division, department, or service line.

Preferred

• Previous experience leading physicians or multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with quality improvement, practice operations, and physician engagement initiatives.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and change-management skills.

Benefits:

• Eligibility for Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Coverage through the University of Toledo
• Retirement Benefits, Including Two Pension Plans:
  • UTP Pension Plan with Employer Contribution up to 7.5%
  • UToledo Academic Pension
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Sick Leave, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• UT provided Tuition Fee Waiver Program for Employee and Dependent(s)
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• UTP opts out of FICA, reducing the employee's payroll taxes

The Department offers a collegial and supportive environment that fosters professional development. Faculty members are provided with competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement options, health/dental/vision coverage, life and malpractice insurance, and paid vacation), and opportunities for academic and clinical growth.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package with leadership stipend.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Supportive physician leadership environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pediatric care delivery and community health.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.