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Akron Children's

Ped Optometrist

Akron Children's, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329

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Overview 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.

The successful candidates will join a dedicated team of 5 Pediatric Ophthalmologists and 3 Optometrists who manage over 18,000 patient visits per year at 8 locations throughout Northeast Ohio. Our team provides comprehensive, compassionate vision care to children whose needs range from general eye exams to treatment of the most complex childhood eye diseases and disorders. In addition, the Vision Center is located in a new office that features state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge research.

This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

Benefits and Compensation

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

Requirements

Doctorate degree in Optometry

Ability to obtain an active optometric license in the state of Ohio

About Akron Children's 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 provide high-quality care in convenient locations. We partner with other health systems to bring neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients in their community hospitals. We are ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek and are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. We have more than a million patient visits a year and are dedicated to family-centered care and advancing care through research.

We are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University with active involvement in medical student and resident education. An 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 communities in Northeast Ohio are deeply ingrained in our work and daily lives. You’ll be proud to tell people you work at Akron Children's as they share their connection to the Hospital. The area offers outdoor recreation, sports, and a four-season environment with opportunities to live, work, and enjoy Northeast Ohio.

Visit the website to learn more or apply online, or contact Jane Hensley at jhensley@akronchildrens.org for more details.

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