Pediatrician Healthy Weight

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital seeks a physician for their Healthy Active Living team. The role involves providing personalized treatment plans for children and adolescents, utilizing evidence-based approaches to address obesity and related conditions. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Attractive guaranteed base salary

Starting bonus

Productivity bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation and CME time/money

Student loan repayment strategies

Qualifications

• Board eligible/certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Eligible for an active medical license in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans.
• Address obesity and related conditions through evidence-based treatments.

Skills

Pediatrics

Behavioral Therapy

Education

MD or DO degree

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 physician, Akron Children’s Hospital offers a unique environment. You’ll feel it in the atmosphere upon entering, and experience it daily with colleagues, staff, patients, and families. Once you’re here, you’ll know you’re home.

Our multidisciplinary Healthy Active Living team includes physicians, psychologists, certified nurse practitioners, dietitians, and exercise physiologists. We provide comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans tailored to children and adolescents’ needs.

The team uses evidence-based treatments to address obesity and related conditions through a balanced approach including:

1. Nutritional guidance
2. Physical activity planning
3. Behavioral therapy
4. Safe, effective medication options
5. Bariatric surgery

Candidates must possess an MD or DO degree and be board eligible/certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, in general pediatrics or pediatric subspecialties. Board certification by the American Board of Obesity Medicine is preferred but not required. Applicants must also be eligible for and able to obtain an active medical license in Ohio.

This opportunity offers:

• An attractive guaranteed base salary
• A starting bonus
• Productivity bonuses
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies

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

Hospital Overview

Akron Children’s has cared for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, six regional health centers, and over 50 primary and specialty care locations across Ohio, we make it easier for families to access high-quality care. We partner with other health systems to bring neonatal and pediatric expertise to community hospitals.

Ranked among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals, Akron Children’s Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, with over a million patient visits annually. We lead in quality care, education, advocacy, community service, and medical discovery for over 130 years. Children are our focus.

Our services span from routine and preventive care to advanced technologies in surgery and patient care.

As the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio, we are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University. We offer medical student and resident education, with academic appointments available based on experience. Akron Children’s is dedicated to family-centered care and advancing research through the Rebecca D. Considine Clinical Research Institute.

The resources, technology, collaboration, and cohesive work environment enable us to fulfill our mission and treat every child as our own.

Community Overview:

Our communities in Northeast Ohio are integral to our work, volunteerism, and daily life. Working here means being part of a community that values history, culture, recreation, and education. The region offers outdoor activities, sports, cultural attractions, and a vibrant lifestyle, making it a great place to live, work, and play.

Visit www.akronchildrens.org to learn more or apply online. For more details, contact Jane Hensley at [e-mail].