Akron Children's Hospital

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.