Oral Sugeon

We are  seeking an Oral Surgeon to join our team to provide comprehensive oral surgical care to pediatric patients. This individual will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care for patients undergoing oral surgical procedures. The Oral Surgeon will also actively participate in education and research initiatives within the hospital.

Responsibilities will be to perform a wide range of oral surgical procedures on pediatric patients, including but not limited to: 

• Extractions
• Corrective jaw surgery
• Implant placement
• Oral pathology treatment
• Collaborate with pediatric dentists, orthodontists, otolaryngologists, plastic surgeons, and other specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including patient evaluation, consultation, and follow-up appointments. Participate in hospital rounds, conferences, and meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment strategies with colleagues.
• Actively contribute to the education and training of dental residents, medical students, and other healthcare professionals through lectures, clinical demonstrations, and mentorship.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research projects, publications, and presentations at national conferences, to advance the field of pediatric oral surgery.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, as well as professional standards and guidelines, to ensure patient safety and quality of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters, treatment plans, and clinical outcomes in electronic medical records.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program.
• Board certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS).
•  Valid state dental license and ability to obtain medical licensure in Ohio.
• Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of current oral surgical techniques, technologies, and best practices in pediatric care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and communicate complex medical information to patients and their families.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years of post-residency experience in pediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex pediatric oral surgical cases, including trauma, congenital anomalies, and dental infections.
• Proven track record of academic and professional achievement, including publications, presentations, and active involvement in professional organizations.  

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. While we are ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the country, it’s our compassionate approach to treatment that makes us truly exceptional. Through a combination of revolutionary treatments and extraordinary patient experiences, our care does more than heal. It brings the entire family together for emotional support and understanding across multiple locations to reach patients and families in the communities they live.

Akron Children’s Hospital is the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the 8^th 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. 

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.

Akron is set in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley, minutes south of Cleveland. From major league attractions to small-town appeal, the greater Akron area and Northeast Ohio 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 will have outdoor enthusiasts thrilled with over 40,000 acres of Metro Parks for year-round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio is gaining a reputation as a world-class center for research and development in a variety of high-tech industries, and has become a premiere destination to work, live, play, shop and dine!