Perinatologist

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist to join a team of 6 MFM specialists and 4 Women's Health APPs. The role focuses on consultative and co-management care, with full care provided to select high-risk patients in a collaborative environment.

Opportunities exist for involvement in medical education and potential academic appointment with Northeast Ohio Medical University, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Board Eligibility/Certification required in Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Licensure to obtain an active Ohio medical license.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative and co-management care for high-risk pregnancies.
• Engage in education and academic involvement with NEOMED; participate in residency/education activities.

Education

Board Certification in Maternal Fetal Medicine

Job description

Whether you're a resident, a physician early in your career, or a seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron Children's Hospital has something different that's hard to explain. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter through the doors. You experience it every day with your colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once you're here, you know you're home.

Position Overview

• Role: Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist
• Team: 6 MFM specialists and 4 Women's Health Advanced Practice Providers
• Care Model: Mainly consultative and co-management, with full care provided to select high‑risk patients.

Program Highlights

• Neonatal ICU: 130 beds across the enterprise.
• Pediatric Cardiology Surgery Program: Integrated within the care model.
• Specialized Services: Includes Reproductive Genetics and a Fetal Treatment Center that offers in utero procedures.
• Affiliations: Affiliated with Ob‑Gynecology residencies at two delivery centers.
• Education & Academic Involvement: Opportunity for involvement in medical, undergraduate, graduate, and resident education. Academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University available, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Board Eligibility/Certification: Required in Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Licensure: Must be able to obtain an active medical license in the State of Ohio.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Position is a 501(c)(3) site qualifying for PSLF.
• Attractive guaranteed base salary.
• Starting Bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Occurrence based malpractice coverage.
• Relocation assistance.
• Generous vacation and CME time/money.
• Student loan repayment strategies.