? [High Salary] Pediatric Residency Program Director
Company: Akron Children’s
Location: Akron
Posted on: November 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Title: Pediatric Residency Program Director Department:
Graduate Medical Education Reports To: Director of Medical
Education (DME/DIO/VCE) Overview Akron Children's Hospital is
seeking a forward-thinking, mission-driven physician-educator to
serve as Pediatric Residency Program Director. This is a unique
opportunity to lead a well-established, nationally recognized
residency program at one of the largest pediatric healthcare
systems in the country. The Program Director will shape the future
of pediatric training through innovation, collaboration, and a deep
commitment to excellence in education and patient care. What You'll
Do · Lead a dynamic, ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program
with a 75-year legacy of excellence. · Design and implement a
modern, competency-based curriculum that prepares residents for the
evolving landscape of pediatric medicine. · Foster a culture of
community, wellness, and academic excellence among residents and
faculty. · Collaborate with a strong leadership team, including 4
Associate Program Directors, 3 Chief Residents, and 15 core
faculty. · Champion resident recruitment, mentorship, and
individualized career development. · Promote faculty engagement and
development in teaching, QI, research, and leadership. · Integrate
emerging technologies such as simulation and AI into educational
strategies. Key Responsibilities · This is a full-time position
with 75% dedicated to program leadership and 25% to clinical
practice. · Ensure full compliance with ACGME and Pediatric RRC
requirements, including oversight of accreditation, annual program
evaluations, and self-study processes. · Chair the Clinical
Competency Committee (CCC) and Program Evaluation Committee (PEC)
to monitor resident progress and drive continuous improvement. ·
Oversee a holistic, global recruitment strategy to attract top-tier
residency candidates. · Support resident well-being, professional
development, and individualized learning plans. · Lead faculty
development initiatives and advise on faculty appointments related
to the residency program. · Promote scholarship and resident
engagement in research, QI, advocacy, and global health. · Maintain
a safe, supportive learning environment where feedback is
encouraged and valued. What We're Looking For Required: · MD or DO
with board certification in Pediatrics · Faculty appointment (or
eligibility) · Demonstrated commitment to strong professional
community and identity, wellness, and mentorship Preferred: ·
Advanced training in medical education, public health, or
leadership (e.g., MEd, MPH, MBA) · Experience in QI, patient
safety, or population health · Familiarity with simulation, AI in
healthcare, and emerging educational technologies Applicants,
please submit your CV and a letter of intent to Sara Lee, MD, Vice
Chair of Education, Department of Pediatrics and Director of
Medical Education, Akron Children's Hospital
(slee4@akronchildrens.org) and Abby Cravotta, Physician Recruiter,
Akron Children's Hospital (acravotta@akronchildrens.org). Please
know that we can be flexible on the start date—we're committed to
finding the right candidate and are willing to wait for the ideal
fit.
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