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Pediatrician Opportunity, Akron Children's Pediatrics (ACP) Boardman

Boardman, Ohio

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.

Akron Children's Pediatrics (ACP) brings pediatric primary care for babies, children and teens to many northeast Ohio communities through our 36 pediatric offices. Join our established practice in Boardman as the practice continues to grow. The Boardman office has 4 experienced pediatricians and 7 nurse practitioners. Well newborn rounds are at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital just minutes from the Boardman office and shared among the physicians in both offices making call/rounds approximately 1:8.

This is an outpatient opportunity with after-hours call and Saturday office hours shared between providers from surrounding offices. Calls only reach the physician after being screened by our excellent after-hours nurse triage phone line which handles more than 90% of the calls. This is a busy existing practice, so we welcome new graduates or established providers to step into a practice that they can continue to develop and grow.

Our offices follow standard hospital-based policies, while retaining the local culture of each practice. Our physicians enjoy the use of EPIC as a system-wide integrated electronic health record. Our primary care offices are all PCMH certified. The Patient-Centered Medical Home isa model of care that puts patients at the forefront of care. PCMHs build better relationships between people and their clinical care teams. Research shows that they improve quality, the patient experience and staff satisfaction, while reducing health care costs.

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

This opportunity offers:

• Attractive guaranteed base salary

• Starting Bonus

• Quality and Productivity Bonuses

• Attractive Monthly Residency Stipend

• Retention Bonus Available

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Occurrence based malpractice

• Relocation assistance

• Generous vacation and CME time/money

• Student loan repayment strategies

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're 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've 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. The services at Akron Children's Hospital span the entire scope of medical services available today - from routine and preventative 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.

The resources available to our physicians, the cutting-edge technology, the collaboration from all departments and the cohesive nature in which we work allow us to live our mission and truly treat every child as we would our own.

Community Overview:

It's something you know as soon as you experience it. Our communities - the Northeast Ohio community - are deeply ingrained into our work, our volunteerism and our 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 meet that you work at Akron Children's as their faces light up and they tell you their own connection to the Hospital. Working at Akron Children's gives you so many opportunities to live in, work in and love Northeast Ohio.

The offices are located midway between Cleveland and Pittsburgh in the Northeast Ohio-Western Pennsylvania TechBelt. This area is successfully transitioning to a technology and knowledge-based economy by leveraging its industrial and academic strengths. In just the last two years, 107 businesses have invested $682 million here, creating over 4500 new jobs!

With 1,140 acres of metro parks there is something for every outdoor enthusiast. Hike, bike or jog the Western Reserve Greenway; travel along the back roads; golf one of 25 golf courses, or fish in one of many waterways. Boating on the Mosquito River, a 7,850-acre reservoir is a great way to spend a leisurely afternoon. Antique and specialty shops abound and when hunger hits, there are many venues of dining from Amish family-style restaurants to upscale dining.

There are several local universities offering a variety of degrees in higher education. Kent State University at East Liverpool and Kent State University at Salem compose Kent State University's Columbiana County campus. The two campuses offer 26 degrees, including 12 bachelor's degrees and serve more than 3,500 students annually. Youngstown State University offers comprehensive educational and research opportunities with 115 undergraduate and 40 graduate programs. YSU boasts a 145-acre campus serving more than 12,000 students. From the excitement of city living, to the security of a small community there is something for everyone!

From major league attractions to small-town appeal, Northeast Ohio area has something for everyone. The area is rich in history and cultural diversity, and provides a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural and recreational resources. This four-season community offers outdoor enthusiasts more than 40,000 acres of parks for year-round enjoyment.

The proximity to interstate highways positions us with access to major airports and the rich cultural benefits of Cleveland, Columbus, and Pittsburgh. Northeast Ohio has become a premier destination to work, live, play, shop and dine.

Visit www.akronchildrens.org to learn more or apply online or contact Shawna Roach at sroach@akronchildrens.org for additional information.