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Collaborative Family Healthcare Association

Primary Care Pediatrician - Akron Children's Locust Pediatric Care Group (Akron,

Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329

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Pediatrician Opportunity, Akron Children's Locust Pediatric Care Group Akron, Ohio

Whether you're a resident, early career physician, or seasoned provider, Akron Children's offers a unique practice environment. The atmosphere is welcoming from the first moment you step through the doors, and the daily collaboration with colleagues, staff, patients, and families creates a true sense of home.

Practice Overview The Locust Pediatric Care Group has a 4-pediatrician, 3-nurse practitioner team, plus registered dietician and social worker. The practice serves a medically complex population, including foster care patients and underserved patients, with a large immigrant and refugee community. The office follows EPIC EHR and is PCMH-certified, emphasizing patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Provide primary care for infants, children, and teens in a hospital-based outpatient setting.

Manage medically complex children, foster care patients, and underserved patients.

Participate in shared Saturday office hours and after-hours call—physician calls are screened by nurse triage phone line, handling >90% of calls.

Benefits and Compensation

Attractive guaranteed base salary

Starting bonus

Quality and productivity bonuses

Generous monthly residency stipend

Attractive retention bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation and CME time/money

Student loan repayment strategies

This location is an NHSC-approved site, qualifying for funds to repay outstanding, qualifying school loans.

Hospital Overview Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890, with two hospital campuses, six regional health centers, and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio. Ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals by Newsweek in 2022 and 2023, it is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio. The hospital’s teaching affiliate at Northeast Ohio Medical University offers academic appointments commensurate with experience.

Community Overview Akron offers easy access to natural and cultural attractions, including Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Blossom Music Center, and the Gorge Metro Park. The city’s strong schools, recreational options, and proximity to major airports make it an attractive place to live and work.

Visit www.akronchildrens.org to apply online or contact sroach@akronchildrens.org for additional details.

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