Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Cardiologist

More Than a Job, It's a Calling

At Akron Children's, helping patients and families is at the heart of all we do. We are the only freestanding, independent pediatric hospital in the region, and our compassionate providers are committed to delivering a lasting and meaningful impact.

Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned specialist, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills, pursue leadership roles, participate in research and help shape the future of pediatric health care.

The ACHD Cardiologist will ensure high – quality care for adults with congenital heart disease and facilitate seamless transition from pediatric to adult services by strengthening collaborative care pathways with adult cardiology, cardiac surgery, anesthesia, and other specialties.

Adult Congenital Heart Service

Akron Children's offers over 800 adults with congenital heart disease comprehensive diagnostics, lifestyle counseling, medical management, and interventional and treatment for the full spectrum of conditions related to congenital heart disease (CHD). The team specializes in the complex anatomy and heart function of adults with CHD, focusing on education and counseling that will help empower patients to monitor their own health.

Akron Children's is a key partner of the ACCESS Heart Network, working closely with Cincinnati Children's Heart Institute, one of the nation's leading pediatric cardiology and congenital programs. Through this collaboration, families across Northeast Ohio gain streamlined access to advanced pediatric and congenital heart expertise without the burden of traveling long distances for specialized care.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease
• ACHD board eligibility or certification
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the state
• Demonstrated experience caring for adult congenital heart disease patients

Preferred Qualifications

• ACHD board certification
• Experience working across pediatric and adult healthcare systems
• Academic interest in education, quality improvement, or clinical research

What you can expect

• Competitive, guaranteed base salary
• Collaboration with a supportive, integrated team
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Generous vacation and CME time
• Impressive recruitment incentives
• A well-balanced work / life culture

Akron Children's is a 501(c)(3) site that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the federal government.

Inspire and make a difference:

Named as one of Forbes' Best-In-State Employers in 2025, Akron Children's is Northeast Ohio's largest and only independent pediatric health care provider with two hospital campuses, six regional health centers and 50+ care locations. Our providers work across state-of-the-art facilities built to support exceptional care for patients and their families.

About Akron, Ohio:

Located near Cleveland, Akron blends the best of city living with easy access to the outdoors. From charming suburbs to lively neighborhoods, the area boasts nationally recognized parks, a dynamic arts and culture scene, and year-round recreation. Northeast Ohio truly offers a welcoming, affordable and enriching place to call home.

Whether you're actively searching or simply curious, we'd love to share what makes Akron Children's special.

Visit careers.akronchildrens.org or reach out to Julie Salman at jsalman@akronchildrens.org today.