Akron Children's Hospital
Division Medical Director Pediatric Dentistry
Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
Overview
Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce - one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. We are seeking a
Director of Pediatric Dentistry
to lead and advance our Pediatric Dentistry program in the Celeste Myers Dental Clinic. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of pediatric dental care by overseeing clinical operations, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering innovation in education and research. The Director will play a pivotal role in developing interdisciplinary collaborations and enhancing patient outcomes through excellence in leadership, patient care, and mentorship. Our state-of-the-art center is committed to delivering exceptional oral health care to infants, children, and adolescents. With access to advanced technology, a multidisciplinary team, and research opportunities, we offer an enriching career path for dedicated leaders in pediatric dentistry.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Program Development:
Lead the Pediatric Dentistry team in delivering exceptional dental care, expanding services, and ensuring a high standard of excellence.
Clinical & Administrative Management:
Oversee full-spectrum pediatric dental services, including preventive care, interceptive orthodontics, dento-facial trauma management, and restorative dentistry.
Practice & Financial Management:
Drive the efficiency and financial sustainability while ensuring high-quality patient care.
Strategic Planning & Growth:
Develop and implement innovative strategies for expanding pediatric dental services and integrating interdisciplinary care models.
Quality, Safety, Risk Management & Process Improvement:
Ensure compliance with best practices, patient safety protocols, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Education & Research:
Serve as a mentor and educator for dental trainees, residents, and staff while contributing to academic initiatives, hospital committees, and groundbreaking research through the
Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute .
Collaboration & Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong partnerships with hospital leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to elevate the profile and impact of pediatric dentistry at Akron Children's Hospital.
Position Benefits
Competitive with performance-based bonus incentives.
Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and continuing education support.
Access to cutting-edge technology and a dynamic, patient-centered clinical environment.
Research and innovation opportunities through local universities and clinical trials.
A chance to develop interdisciplinary programs and niche services within the hospital system.
Position Requirements
D.M.D. or D.D.S.
from an
ADA-accredited U.S. dental school .
Board certification
by the
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry .
Ability to
obtain and maintain an active dental license
in the state of
Ohio .
Minimum 5 years of pediatric dentistry experience
with
at least 1 year in a leadership role .
A passion for
clinical excellence, innovation, and mentoring the next generation of pediatric dental professionals .
This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished pediatric dentist with a vision for advancing dental care and making a lasting impact on children's health.
This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.
Hospital Overview Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, 6 regional health centers and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we are making it easier for today’s busy families to find the high-quality care they need. We also partner with other health systems to bring our neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients in their community hospitals. Ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023, Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. With more than a million patient visits a year, we have been leading the way to healthier futures for children through quality patient care, education, advocacy, community service and medical discovery for more than 130 years. Children aren’t just a segment of our focus; they are our focus. We offer a full spectrum of medical services, from routine and preventive care to emerging technologies in surgery and patient care. Akron Children’s Hospital is the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the 8th largest children’s hospital in the country. We are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University. Active involvement in medical student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience. Akron Children's is dedicated to family-centered care and improving the treatment of childhood illness and injury through research at the Rebecca D. Considine Clinical Research Institute.
Community Overview Our Northeast Ohio communities are deeply ingrained in our work, volunteerism, and daily lives. We are truly a part of the communities we serve, and the communities are a part of us. You’ll be proud to tell people you work at Akron Children’s as their faces light up and they share their connections to the Hospital. The region offers outdoor and cultural amenities, including Towpath Trail recreation, numerous golf courses, lakes for fishing, boating, and sailing, and access to major attractions and educational resources. Northeast Ohio is a four-season area with abundant parks and a variety of recreational opportunities.
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Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce - one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. We are seeking a
Director of Pediatric Dentistry
to lead and advance our Pediatric Dentistry program in the Celeste Myers Dental Clinic. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of pediatric dental care by overseeing clinical operations, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering innovation in education and research. The Director will play a pivotal role in developing interdisciplinary collaborations and enhancing patient outcomes through excellence in leadership, patient care, and mentorship. Our state-of-the-art center is committed to delivering exceptional oral health care to infants, children, and adolescents. With access to advanced technology, a multidisciplinary team, and research opportunities, we offer an enriching career path for dedicated leaders in pediatric dentistry.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Program Development:
Lead the Pediatric Dentistry team in delivering exceptional dental care, expanding services, and ensuring a high standard of excellence.
Clinical & Administrative Management:
Oversee full-spectrum pediatric dental services, including preventive care, interceptive orthodontics, dento-facial trauma management, and restorative dentistry.
Practice & Financial Management:
Drive the efficiency and financial sustainability while ensuring high-quality patient care.
Strategic Planning & Growth:
Develop and implement innovative strategies for expanding pediatric dental services and integrating interdisciplinary care models.
Quality, Safety, Risk Management & Process Improvement:
Ensure compliance with best practices, patient safety protocols, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Education & Research:
Serve as a mentor and educator for dental trainees, residents, and staff while contributing to academic initiatives, hospital committees, and groundbreaking research through the
Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute .
Collaboration & Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong partnerships with hospital leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to elevate the profile and impact of pediatric dentistry at Akron Children's Hospital.
Position Benefits
Competitive with performance-based bonus incentives.
Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and continuing education support.
Access to cutting-edge technology and a dynamic, patient-centered clinical environment.
Research and innovation opportunities through local universities and clinical trials.
A chance to develop interdisciplinary programs and niche services within the hospital system.
Position Requirements
D.M.D. or D.D.S.
from an
ADA-accredited U.S. dental school .
Board certification
by the
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry .
Ability to
obtain and maintain an active dental license
in the state of
Ohio .
Minimum 5 years of pediatric dentistry experience
with
at least 1 year in a leadership role .
A passion for
clinical excellence, innovation, and mentoring the next generation of pediatric dental professionals .
This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished pediatric dentist with a vision for advancing dental care and making a lasting impact on children's health.
This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.
Hospital Overview Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, 6 regional health centers and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we are making it easier for today’s busy families to find the high-quality care they need. We also partner with other health systems to bring our neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients in their community hospitals. Ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023, Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. With more than a million patient visits a year, we have been leading the way to healthier futures for children through quality patient care, education, advocacy, community service and medical discovery for more than 130 years. Children aren’t just a segment of our focus; they are our focus. We offer a full spectrum of medical services, from routine and preventive care to emerging technologies in surgery and patient care. Akron Children’s Hospital is the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the 8th largest children’s hospital in the country. We are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University. Active involvement in medical student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience. Akron Children's is dedicated to family-centered care and improving the treatment of childhood illness and injury through research at the Rebecca D. Considine Clinical Research Institute.
Community Overview Our Northeast Ohio communities are deeply ingrained in our work, volunteerism, and daily lives. We are truly a part of the communities we serve, and the communities are a part of us. You’ll be proud to tell people you work at Akron Children’s as their faces light up and they share their connections to the Hospital. The region offers outdoor and cultural amenities, including Towpath Trail recreation, numerous golf courses, lakes for fishing, boating, and sailing, and access to major attractions and educational resources. Northeast Ohio is a four-season area with abundant parks and a variety of recreational opportunities.
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