Neonatologist

Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce - one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. 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. We are seeking a full-time Neonatologist to join our Neonatology-Perinatology Department. You will be part of a highly skilled team, providing the highest level of care for critically ill and premature newborns within our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Our NICU offers a 100-bed capacity, with 75 Level IV beds and 25 Level III beds, all in private rooms, ensuring optimal patient care and family comfort. You will also provide coverage at the Akron Children's Summa NICU with a 22 bed Level III NICU. Key Responsibilities: Deliver expert care to sick and premature newborns in both the Level IV and Level III NICU settings. Attend and manage high-risk deliveries. Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for extremely premature, surgical, cardiac, and ECMO patients, with a focus on optimizing patient outcomes. Collaborate with a growing multidisciplinary team, currently including 8 neonatologists and 40 neonatal nurse practitioners. Qualifications: Board-certified or board-eligible in Neonatology. Ability to obtain an unrestricted Ohio medical license. Experience in neonatal intensive care and high-risk deliveries. Strong commitment to patient care and teamwork. Opportunities for Growth: Engage in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, with an academic appointment opportunity at Northeast Ohio Medical University. Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives. The incoming physician will have teaching opportunities with residents and medical students and an appointment opportunity at Northeast Ohio Medical University. The successful candidate will be an excellent clinician with interest in education and quality improvement. Benefits: Attractive guaranteed base salary. Starting Bonus. Quality and Productivity Bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package. Occurrence based malpractice. Relocation assistance. Generous vacation and CME time/money. Student loan repayment strategies. This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government. 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're making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. 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. Community Overview: Northeast Ohio is a great place to live, work, and play, with a variety of outdoor activities, cultural events, and community attractions.

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