Pediatric Nephrologist

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Nephrologist to join an established team, diagnosing and treating pediatric kidney ailments. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and the opportunity to work in a leading pediatric healthcare system.

Benefits

Attractive guaranteed base salary

Starting Bonus

Quality and Productivity Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation and CME time/money

Student loan repayment strategies

Qualifications

• Must be board eligible or certified in Pediatric Nephrology.
• Must be able to obtain an Ohio medical license.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and treating children and teens with kidney-related diseases.
• Managing conditions such as high blood pressure, urinary tract infections, and nephrotic syndrome.

Education

Board eligibility/certification in Pediatric Nephrology

Ability to obtain an Ohio medical license

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce that reflects our patient population and communities. Whether you're a resident, an early-career physician, or an experienced specialist, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere here. You will experience it daily with colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once you're here, you'll feel at home.

Ohio-based Akron Children's Hospital seeks a Pediatric Nephrologist to join its expanding care team. As the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, Akron Children's was recently named by Modern Healthcare as the fastest-growing children's hospital in the nation!

The successful candidate will join an established team of three pediatric nephrologists diagnosing and treating children and teens with kidney and related diseases, including high blood pressure, urinary tract infections, nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, pheresis services, kidney failure, and pre- and post-transplant care. We also have a kidney dialysis and renal care center for children and teens with kidney failure.

Requirements include board eligibility/certification in Pediatric Nephrology and the ability to obtain an Ohio medical license.

This position is a 501(c)(3) site eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

This opportunity offers:

• Attractive guaranteed base salary
• Starting Bonus
• Quality and Productivity Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies

Hospital Overview

Since 1890, Akron Children's has cared for children across Ohio with two hospital campuses, six regional health centers, and over 50 primary and specialty care locations. We partner with other health systems to extend our neonatal and pediatric expertise to community hospitals.

Ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023, Akron Children's is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, with over a million patient visits annually. We are committed to quality care, education, advocacy, community service, and medical discovery for over 130 years. Children are our focus, and our services span from routine care to advanced surgical and medical technologies.

As the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the eighth largest in the country, we are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University, involved in medical student and resident education, with academic appointments available.

Our resources, cutting-edge technology, collaborative environment, and dedication to family-centered care enable us to live our mission and treat every child as our own.

Community Overview:

Our communities in Northeast Ohio are integral to our work and volunteer efforts. Working here means being part of a vibrant region with diverse recreational options, cultural attractions, and a rich history. From the Towpath Trail to sports and cultural events, there's something for everyone. Northeast Ohio is a premier place to live, work, and enjoy life, offering a blend of urban and outdoor experiences.