Ohio-based Akron Children's Hospital seeks a Division Director of Pediatric Allergy/Immunologyto lead its expanding service. Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio and is ranked among the best children's hospitals by US News and World Report.

This integrated healthcare delivery system includes:

* Two free-standing pediatric hospitals

* More than 1200 providers who manage over 1.1 million patient visits annually

* A network of more than 50 primary and specialty care locations

* Robust research and innovation endeavors

The successful candidate will oversee the clinical and research activities of a well-established team of 10 Allergy/Immunology providers who manage over 28,000 patients visits per year. Akron Children's Hospital's Center for Allergy and Immunology offers a complete array of diagnostic, treatment and consulting services for infants, children, teens and adults with allergies, asthma and immunological diseases. Our team conducts a variety of allergy tests including skin tests, serum allergy tests and food challenges. We also provide allergy shots and oral immunotherapy. A dietitian is available for patients with food allergies.

Multidisciplinary specialty clinics include:

* Eosinophilic Esophagitis Clinic

* High Risk Asthma Clinic

* Atopic Dermatitis Clinic

This position offers opportunities for:

* Leadership in a free-standing, nationally ranked pediatric hospital

* Active involvement in medical student and resident education academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience

* Development of niche, multidisciplinary clinics, offering comprehensive, coordinated care

* Research and innovation available through the Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute and area universities

* An attractive compensation and benefit package

Requirements include board certification by the American Board of Medical Allergy & Immunology, board certification by the American Board of Pediatrics and the ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio. The director must have demonstrated leadership experience. Experience with the oversight of clinical trials and research is preferred.

Akron Children's Hospital is set in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley, just minutes south of Cleveland.  Akron is the 5^th largest city in Ohio and is rich in history and cultural diversity, providing a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural and recreational resources. This four-season community will have outdoor enthusiasts thrilled with over 40,000 acres of Metro Parks for year round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio has become a premier destination to work, live, play, shop, and dine! 

Interested candidates may contact Jane Hensley, Physician Recruiter at 330-543-3015 or jhensley@akronchildrens.org. To learn more, visit our website at www.akronchildrens.org.

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