Physician Director, Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)Program

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive, guaranteed base salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous vacation and CME time

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Impressive recruitment incentives

Job summary

A prominent pediatric hospital in Akron, Ohio, is seeking an ACHD Program Physician Director to lead its congenital heart disease program. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction for clinical care, improving quality outcomes, and coordinating with various medical specialties. Qualified candidates will hold an MD or DO, be board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease, with a strong background in adult congenital care. This role offers competitive salary and diverse benefits while contributing to pediatric health care excellence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience caring for adult congenital heart disease patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, administrative, and strategic leadership.
• Ensure high‑quality, guideline‑directed care for adults with congenital heart disease.
• Facilitate seamless transition from pediatric to adult services.
• Strengthen collaborative care pathways with specialties.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Program Development & Strategy

Partnership & Care Coordination

Quality & Regulatory Oversight

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease

ACHD board eligibility or certification

Eligibility for medical licensure in the state

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 can't wait to meet you!

The ACHD Program Physician Director will provide clinical, administrative and strategic leadership for Akron Children's ACHD program by ensuring high‑quality, guideline‑directed care for adults with congenital heart disease, facilitating seamless transition from pediatric to adult services, and strengthening collaborative care pathways with adult cardiology, cardiac surgery, obstetrics, anesthesia, and other specialties. The role combines direct patient care (inpatient and outpatient), program oversight, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and growth strategy aligned with institutional goals.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Clinical Leadership
• Program Development & Strategy
• Partnership & Care Coordination
• Quality & Regulatory Oversight

Our team includes 16 pediatric cardiologists, 7 advanced practice providers and 2 cardiothoracic surgeons who provide a complete spectrum of coordinated, compassionate, cardiac care to over 10,000 patients annually. Services include advanced diagnostics, complex surgical procedures, an adult congenital heart disease program, a fetal imaging program and a cardiac MRI program.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease
• ACHD board eligibility or certification
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state
• Demonstrated experience caring for adult congenital heart disease patients

Preferred Qualifications

• ACHD board certification
• Experience in program building or leadership
• Experience working across pediatric and adult healthcare systemsAcademic interest in education, quality improvement, or clinical research

  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 Julie Salman at [e-mail] today.