Ped Hematologist Oncologist with a focus in Neuro-Oncology

Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist with a Focus in Neuro-Oncology

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.

If you're ready to make a difference in a collaborative, child-centered environment, we can't wait to meet you!

Department-Specific Summary:

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a full-time BC/BE pediatric hematologist/oncologist who will also serve as a clinical faculty member at the assistant/associate professor level. The ideal candidate for this position has a clinical focus within neuro-oncology and is interested in quality improvement/clinical research/medical education. Akron Children's Hospital is a teaching hospital with an AGMCE-accredited Hematology/Oncology fellowship training program and a medical school affiliation with Northeast Ohio Medical University.

The ideal candidate will

• Strengthen the pediatric neuro-oncology program by providing consistent, high-quality

clinical coverage that enhances patient care, continuity, and outcomes for children with

complex neurologic cancers.

• Foster a collaborative and sustainable care model by expanding physician resources,

supporting the well-being of the multidisciplinary team, and promoting long-term provider

engagement.

• Enhance program stability and resilience through expanded specialty expertise, ensuring

reliable access to pediatric neuro-oncology services for patients and families.

• Accelerate growth in neuro-oncology research by increasing opportunities for clinical trial

enrollment, strengthening academic collaborations, and advancing the organization's

research and innovation mission.

• Expand clinical capacity to meet the increasing demand for general pediatric oncology

services, improving access to care while supporting continued program growth and

excellence.

Each year the center cares for approximately 100 new oncology patients (30 of which are brain and spinal tumor patients), 15 stem cell/marrow transplant patients, 170 sickle cell patients and 540 bleeding disorder patients. The staff also provides care through nearly 13,000 patient encounters annually. Akron Children's Hospital is a member of the Children's Oncology Group, is a member of the Children's Brain Tumor Network, houses a FACT-accredited pediatric stem cell transplantation center and is approved by the National Marrow Donor Program, and is one of only 9 pediatric cancer centers in the country to be verified by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a Pediatric Cancer Hospital.

Programs at the Akron Children's Hospital Showers Family Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders include hematology, oncology, stem cell and marrow transplantation, neuro-oncology, neurofibromatosis, cancer survivorship, fertility preservation, a state-funded sickle cell program and regional hemostasis and thrombosis center. Hematology/oncology care is provided at our Golisano campus in Akron, our Beeghly campus in Boardman, Ohio, and a monthly outreach clinic in the Amish Community. The Hematology/Oncology team is currently comprised of 10 faculty members and is growing along with seventeen advanced practice providers and an extensive team of nursing professionals and support staff.

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

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.

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