Pathologist

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Generous vacation and CME time

Impressive recruitment incentives

Academic appointment available

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital seeks a Pathologist to join its growing team, with a board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and an interest in practicing in a pediatric setting. This is an opportunity to join eight pathologists and four PhD laboratory directors at one of the nation's best pediatric hospitals.

Academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience, with opportunities for clinically oriented research or medical

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent medical degree.
• BE/BC in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Ohio.
• Eligibility for academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of eight Pathologists and four PhD laboratory directors in a leading pediatric hospital.
• Engage in clinically oriented research or medical directorship as opportunities arise.
• Provide expert anatomic and clinical pathology services in a pediatric setting.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Clinical research interest

Education

MD/DO or equivalent medical degree

BE/BC in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

Ohio medical licensure eligibility

Academic appointment eligibility at Northeast Ohio Medical University

Job description

More Than a Job, It's a Calling

At Akron Children's, helping patients and families is at the heart of all we do. We are the only freestanding, independent pediatric hospital in the region, and our compassionate providers are committed to delivering a lasting and meaningful impact.

Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned specialist, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills, pursue leadership roles, participate in research and help shape the future of pediatric health care.

If you're ready to make a difference in a collaborative, child-centered environment, we cant wait to meet you!

Ohio based Akron Children's Hospital seeks a Pathologist to join its growing team. Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio.

The successful candidate will have board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and an interest in practicing in a pediatric setting, with or without Pediatric Pathology certification. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established group of eight Pathologists and four PhD laboratory directors at one of the nation's best free-standing children's hospitals.

Akron Children's has two high-complexity laboratories in the region, offering everything from routine tests to those requiring sophisticated instruments and techniques that allow us to take care of our highly complex patients. There is ample opportunity to engage in clinically oriented research or medical directorship.

Our laboratories for cytogenetics, microbiology, molecular pathology, and electron microscopy, as well as our fetal and other specialty pediatric pathology services, are the only ones of their kind among area hospitals and serve as regional referral centers. The department has a Pediatric Pathology fellowship program which provides exceptional training. Academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• BE/BC in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Ohio.
• Eligibility for academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University.

What you can expect:

• Competitive, guaranteed base salary
• Collaboration with a supportive, integrated team
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Generous vacation and CME time
• Impressive recruitment incentives
• A well-balanced work / life culture

Akron Children's is a 501(c)(3) site that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the federal government.

Inspire and make a difference:

Named as one of Forbes' Best-In-State Employers in 2025, Akron Children's is Northeast Ohio's largest and only independent pediatric health care provider with two hospital campuses, six regional health centers and 50+ care locations. Our providers work across state-of-the-art facilities built to support exceptional care for patients and their families.

About Akron, Ohio:

Located near Cleveland, Akron blends the best of city living with easy access to the outdoors. From charming suburbs to lively neighborhoods, the area boasts nationally recognized parks, a dynamic arts and culture scene, and year-round recreation. Northeast Ohio truly offers a welcoming, affordable and enriching place to call home.

Whether you're actively searching or simply curious, we'd love to share what makes Akron Children's special.

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