Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Supportive integrated team

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Generous vacation and CME time

Recruitment incentives

Work-life balance

Job summary

Akron Children's in Ohio is seeking a Critical Care Physician to join its dedicated pediatric ICU team. The role offers a chance to care for critically ill children in a 45-bed PICU with a collaborative culture and opportunities to lead care initiatives.

Candidates must hold an MD or DO, be board-certified in Pediatrics with eligibility or certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, and be able to obtain an Ohio medical license.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certification in Pediatrics or eligibility/certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine.
• Ability to obtain an Ohio medical license.

Skills

Pediatrics

Critical Care

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Pediatrics

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine certification/eligibility

Job description

Critical Care Physician

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 can’t wait to meet you!

Clinical Team & Facility

Join a well‑established team of 13 pediatric intensivists and 16 advanced practice providers who provide services in the Hospital’s newly expanded 45‑bed PICU that includes 13 high acuity beds, a secondary unit that can accommodate an additional 23 patients and a 9‑bed cardiac critical care unit.

Akron Children’s PICU has more than 1,800 annual admissions, caring for all medical, cardiothoracic surgery, and other surgical subspecialty and ECMO patients. The Hospital is a level 1 trauma center, and the intensivists serve as the medical control physician for a large regional transport service.

Requirements

MD or DO degree, board certification in Pediatrics, board eligibility or certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, and the ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

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.

Visit careers.akronchildrens.org or reach out to Jane Hensley at [e-mail] today.