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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
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 systems
Academic 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.
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 today.
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Worksite address
akron, OH, 44329, US
Who can apply
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