Metabolic or Clinical Geneticist

Akron Childrens Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce - one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. Whether youre a resident, a physician early in your career, or a seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron Childrens Hospital has something different thats hard to explain. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter through the doors. You experience it every day with your colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once youre here, you know youre home.

The Geneticist will join a well-established team of four clinical geneticists, one is also board certified in medical biochemical genetics, seven genetic counselors, a nurse and a metabolic dietician, who work collaboratively to treat a wide range of both adult and pediatric patients, with inherited or otherwise genetically influenced health issues, in Akron Children's Hospitals Genetic Center. The Centers clinical services are supported in part by the Ohio Department of Health, as a Regional Comprehensive Genetics Center.

Features and Benefits include:

• Partnership with an established team of geneticists and counselors affording exceptional work-life balance
• Full multidisciplinary team support to manage acute metabolic crises (including hemodialysis)
• Active involvement in medical student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) is available and commensurate with experience
• Research and innovation available through the Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute and partnerships with NEOMED and local universities
• Services in an onsite metabolic lab with state-of-the-art technology
• Participation in interpreting basic metabolic labs (ACP, PAA, plasma carnitine, and UOA)

This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

This opportunity offers: 

• Attractive guaranteed base salary
• Starting Bonus
• Quality and Productivity Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence based malpractice
• Relocation assistance 
• Generous vacation and CME time/money
• Student loan repayment strategies
• Fellowship Stipend

Requirements include MD or DO degree, board certification/eligibility by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics  and the ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Visit www.akronchildrens.org to learn more or apply online or contact Jane Hensley at jhensley@akronchildrens.org for more details.