Pediatric Residency Program Director

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

What We're Looking For

Required :

Preferred :

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.