Pediatric Emergency Medicine - Marietta

Akron Children’s Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce – one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. 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.

The selected candidate will provide specialized family centered care for acutely ill/injured infants, children and teens in the Belpre Emergency Department. The Emergency Department sees approximately 4500 pediatric visits annually and operate 24/7. The Belpre campus ED collaborates with the Akron campus, which is a designated trauma center. Akron Children’s Hospital has its own helicopter and pediatric transport team. 

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
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence based malpractice
• Relocation assistance 
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies

Requirements include MD or DO degree, board certification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, ACLS, ATLS, PALS and the ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.  

Community Overview

Marietta is a charming riverboat town that borders West Virginia and is nestled along the banks of both the Muskingum and Ohio River. The area is rich in history, and provides a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural and recreational resources. Marietta is a short drive from larger cities surrounding the area including Columbus, Cleveland and Pittsburgh (OH & PA) and Parkersburg, Charleston and Huntington (WV).  The quality of life here is nothing short of superb. For more information on Marietta, please visit https://mariettaohio.org/

Marietta offers:

• Excellent public and private schools
• Endless outdoor activities including: hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, boating/kayaking, hunting, fishing, skiing/snowboarding, crafting, antiques, fitness, camping, ATV trails.
• Excellent dining venues
• Local regional airport for quick, convenient travel plus three international airports within 2 hours: Columbus (CMH), Pittsburgh (PITT), Cleveland (CLE)
• Low cost of living
• Business and manufacturing include Dupont, SABIC Innovative Plastics, Kraton, Hino Motors, Thermo Scientific and Americas Styrenics within the service area.  

Interested candidates may apply online or submit their CV to jhensley@akronchildrens.org.  For more information check out our website at www.akronchildrens.org.