Executive Chair, Pediatric Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Myadlm; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking an accomplished physician leader to serve as Chair of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The role provides strategic, academic, clinical, and operational leadership for a growing department across the system and NEOMED, ensuring excellence in laboratory medicine, diagnostics, education, research, and patient care.

The Chair will oversee all aspects of pathology and laboratory services, including quality, regulatory compliance, and faculty development, partnering with

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent medical degree.
• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or both.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Ohio.
• Ability to serve as CLIA Director for the main hospital and affiliated facilities.
• Record of progressive leadership experience in academic medicine or pathology.
• Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills.
• Eligibility for academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University.

Responsibilities

• Strategic and Operational Leadership
• Faculty, Staff, and Culture Development
• Academic and Research Leadership
• Institutional and Executive Leadership

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Academic leadership in medicine

Pediatric healthcare experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MD/DO or equivalent medical degree

Job description

Akron Children's is seeking an accomplished physician leader to serve as Chair of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The role provides strategic, academic, clinical, and operational leadership for a growing department across the system and NEOMED, ensuring excellence in laboratory medicine, diagnostics, education, research, and patient care.

The Chair will oversee all aspects of pathology and laboratory services, including quality, regulatory compliance, and faculty development, partnering with