Akron Children's Pediatric Residency Program Director
Akron Children’s Hospital seeks an innovative, strategic, and dynamic educator to serve as the Pediatric Residency Program Director. The Program Director will have responsibility, strategic oversight, authority, and accountability for every aspect of pediatric residency education and training (75% effort as Program Director and 25% clinical effort). The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of pediatric training, integrating cutting‑edge educational methodologies, competency‑based assessment, health equity initiatives, and interprofessional collaboration into a program that prepares pediatricians to meet the healthcare challenges of the next decade and beyond.
Essential Responsibilities
Implement evidence‑based and technology‑enhanced education and curricula in anticipation of and in response to the changing landscape of pediatric medicine, competency‑based medical education (CBME), artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, and evolving workforce needs.
Develop impact and effectiveness metrics for all components of the curriculum.
Facilitate resident scholarly activity and mentorship in research, quality improvement (QI), advocacy, global health, and underserved care.
Foster a culture of innovation, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), well‑being, and lifelong learning among faculty, residents, and staff.
Ensure full compliance with ACGME and Pediatric RRC requirements, maintaining accreditation through continuous quality improvement, annual program evaluations, and self‑study processes.
Lead the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) to evaluate resident progress and drive programmatic improvements.
Provide a learning and working environment in which residents are empowered to raise concerns and provide feedback in a confidential manner, without fear of intimidation or retaliation.
Oversee and continuously improve an innovative, agile, and global recruitment strategy to attract diverse, highly qualified residency applicants.
Lead efforts in milestone‑based competency assessments, entrustable professional activities (EPAs), and individualized learning plans (ILPs) for residents.
Strategically recruit, mentor, and develop faculty in medical education, QI, research, and leadership, leveraging all available enterprise and regional academic resources.
Lead faculty in incorporating health disparities, social determinants of health (SDOH), and advocacy training into the curriculum.
Required Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Board certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP).
Medical School faculty appointment (or appointment‑eligible).
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), resident wellness, and mentorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of a fellowship or ongoing education in academic medical education.
Advanced training (e.g., Master’s in Medical Education, MPH, MBA, or PhD) in education, leadership, or public health.
Experience with quality improvement (QI), patient safety, and population health initiatives.
Knowledge of emerging educational technologies, simulation‑based learning, and AI‑informed/augmented medical education.
Hospital Overview Akron Children’s has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, six regional health centers, and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we are leading the way to healthier futures for more than 130 years. Ranked among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by Newsweek for the past three years, we are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, with more than a million patient visits a year.
Community Overview The Northeast Ohio community is deeply ingrained into our work, volunteerism, and daily lives. We are truly a part of the communities we serve, and the communities are a part of us. Explore the region’s outdoor and recreational opportunities, sports, and cultural attractions.
How to Apply Applicants may submit your CV and letter of intent to Shawna Roach at sroach@akronchildrens.org or visit
www.akronchildrens.org
to apply online.
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Essential Responsibilities
Implement evidence‑based and technology‑enhanced education and curricula in anticipation of and in response to the changing landscape of pediatric medicine, competency‑based medical education (CBME), artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, and evolving workforce needs.
Develop impact and effectiveness metrics for all components of the curriculum.
Facilitate resident scholarly activity and mentorship in research, quality improvement (QI), advocacy, global health, and underserved care.
Foster a culture of innovation, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), well‑being, and lifelong learning among faculty, residents, and staff.
Ensure full compliance with ACGME and Pediatric RRC requirements, maintaining accreditation through continuous quality improvement, annual program evaluations, and self‑study processes.
Lead the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) to evaluate resident progress and drive programmatic improvements.
Provide a learning and working environment in which residents are empowered to raise concerns and provide feedback in a confidential manner, without fear of intimidation or retaliation.
Oversee and continuously improve an innovative, agile, and global recruitment strategy to attract diverse, highly qualified residency applicants.
Lead efforts in milestone‑based competency assessments, entrustable professional activities (EPAs), and individualized learning plans (ILPs) for residents.
Strategically recruit, mentor, and develop faculty in medical education, QI, research, and leadership, leveraging all available enterprise and regional academic resources.
Lead faculty in incorporating health disparities, social determinants of health (SDOH), and advocacy training into the curriculum.
Required Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Board certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP).
Medical School faculty appointment (or appointment‑eligible).
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), resident wellness, and mentorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of a fellowship or ongoing education in academic medical education.
Advanced training (e.g., Master’s in Medical Education, MPH, MBA, or PhD) in education, leadership, or public health.
Experience with quality improvement (QI), patient safety, and population health initiatives.
Knowledge of emerging educational technologies, simulation‑based learning, and AI‑informed/augmented medical education.
Hospital Overview Akron Children’s has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, six regional health centers, and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we are leading the way to healthier futures for more than 130 years. Ranked among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by Newsweek for the past three years, we are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, with more than a million patient visits a year.
Community Overview The Northeast Ohio community is deeply ingrained into our work, volunteerism, and daily lives. We are truly a part of the communities we serve, and the communities are a part of us. Explore the region’s outdoor and recreational opportunities, sports, and cultural attractions.
How to Apply Applicants may submit your CV and letter of intent to Shawna Roach at sroach@akronchildrens.org or visit
www.akronchildrens.org
to apply online.
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