Physician Director, Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)Program

More Than a Job Its a Calling

At Akron Childrens helping patients and families is at the heart of all we do. We are the only freestanding independent pediatric hospital in the region and our compassionate providers are committed to delivering a lasting and meaningful impact.

Whether youre early in your career or a seasoned specialist youll find opportunities to expand your skills pursue leadership roles participate in research and help shape the future of pediatric health care.

If youre ready to make a difference in a collaborative child-centered environment we cant wait to meet you!

The ACHD Program Physician Director will provide clinical administrative and strategic leadership for Akron Childrens ACDH program by ensuring high quality guideline -directed care for adults with congenital heart disease facilitates seamless transition from pediatric to adult services and strengthens collaborative care pathways with adult cardiology cardiac surgery obstetrics anesthesia and other specialties.

The role combines direct patient care (inpatient and outpatient) program oversight quality improvement regulatory compliance and growth strategy aligned with institutional goals.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Clinical Leadership

Program Development & Strategy

Partnership & Care Coordination

Quality & Regulatory Oversight

Our team includes 16 pediatric cardiologists 7 advanced practice providers and 2 cardiothoracic surgeons who provide a complete spectrum of coordinated compassionate cardiac care to over 10000 patients annually.

Services include advanced diagnostics complex surgical procedures an adult congenital heart disease program a fetal imaging program and a cardiac MRI program.

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease
• ACHD board eligibility or certification
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state
• Demonstrated experience caring for adult congenital heart disease patients

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACHD board certification
• Experience in program building or leadership
• Experience working across pediatric and adult healthcare systems
• Academic interest in education quality improvement or clinical research

What you can expect:

Competitive guaranteed base salary

Collaboration with a supportive integrated team

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Generous vacation and CME time

Impressive recruitment incentives

A well-balanced work / life culture

Akron Childrens is a 501(c)(3) site that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the federal government.

Inspire and make a difference:

Named as one of Forbes Best-In-State Employers in 2025 Akron Childrens is Northeast Ohios largest and only independent pediatric health care provider with two hospital campuses six regional health centers and 50 care locations. Our providers work across state-of-the-art facilities built to support exceptional care for patients and their families.

About Akron Ohio:

Located near Cleveland Akron blends the best of city living with easy access to the outdoors. From charming suburbs to lively neighborhoods the area boasts nationally recognized parks a dynamic arts and culture scene and year-round recreation. Northeast Ohio truly offers a welcoming affordable and enriching place to call home.

Whether youre actively searching or simply curious wed love to share what makes Akron Childrens special.

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