Pediatric Gastroenterologist (MD or DO) - Dayton Children's Hospital

Pediatric Gastroenterologist Opportunity

Build your career. Develop your niche. Help shape a growing pediatric GI program.

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Dayton Children's Hospital is seeking an outstanding pediatric gastroenterologist to join our collaborative and expanding team. We welcome both graduating pediatric GI fellows and experienced physicians. The newly approved position is expected to begin on or after July 1, 2027.

Candidates may pursue a broad general GI practice, an established subspecialty focus, or development of a new clinical niche. Areas of opportunity include inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, feeding problems, nutrition, celiac disease, eosinophilic GI disorders, aerodigestive care, intestinal rehabilitation and complex nutrition, and other pediatric GI interests aligned with the candidate and the division.

A multidisciplinary team built for comprehensive care

11 pediatric gastroenterologists | 5 APPs | 4 registered dietitians 3 social workers | 2 psychologists | dedicated nursing and support staff

Growth and clinical breadth. The division completed over 18,000 visits in FY26, and procedure volume has increased 10% since FY23. Our regional scope provides exposure to both common and complex pediatric GI conditions. Recent additions and growing programs include neurogastroenterology and motility, point-of-care ultrasound, NICU rounding, home tube-transition pathways, tube-feed weaning and oral feeding advancement, bowel management, aerodigestive care, GI psychology, an APP-led inpatient consult service, and clinical research.

A place to build something. Join a division investing in multidisciplinary care and program growth, with room to develop a focused clinical interest that reflects your strengths and career goals.

Career development at every stage. Early-career physicians can benefit from mentorship and a supportive team environment. Experienced physicians can develop programs, lead improvement work, expand scholarship and contribute to the division's strategic growth.

Academic opportunity. Faculty teach medical students and pediatric residents through Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. This includes participation in the integrated civilian/military pediatric residency program. Dayton Children's is also developing a pediatric GI fellowship, with a fellow anticipated in summer 2028.

Dayton Children's is a freestanding pediatric hospital and Level I Trauma Center with more than 43 pediatric specialties. The hospital serves a pediatric population of approximately 510,000 children across a 20-county region of central and southwestern Ohio and eastern Indiana. The division provides care across regional sites and works closely with pediatric surgery, pathology, radiology, primary care and other pediatric subspecialties.

Dayton combines affordability and short commutes with strong schools, parks and trails, arts and cultural attractions, and multiple large cities within easy reach. It is an appealing place to build both a career and a life.

Dayton Children's was named a "Best-in-State Employer" by Forbes in 2022 and 2023.

Candidates must hold an MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent degree; have completed an accredited pediatric gastroenterology fellowship; be board-eligible or board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology; and be eligible for an unrestricted Ohio medical license. Dayton Children's offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.