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Ohio based Akron Children's Hospital is seeking an Associate Director of Medical Education. This is a key leadership position responsible for supporting the Director of Medical Education in overseeing and advancing medical education programs within the organization. The Associate Director is charged with elevating the Akron Children's academic profile by enhancing our existing fellowship programs, providing more robust support and development for fellowship directors and to strategically develop new specialty fellowships to
address emerging needs in pediatric healthcare and in alignment with enterprise priorities. Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, and is ranked among the best children's hospitals by US News and World Report.
This integrated healthcare system includes:
•Two free-standing pediatric hospitals
•1,000+ providers, who manage nearly 1,600,000 patient visits annually
•A network of 50+ primary and specialty care locations
•Robust research and innovation endeavors through the Rebecca D. Considine Research
Institute
•Academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and
commensurate with experience
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Curriculum Development and Evaluation
• Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement
• Faculty Development and Support
• Educational Technology Integration
• Accreditation and Compliance
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Qualifications and Requirements:
1. Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
2. Board certification in a medical specialty.
3. Demonstrated experience in medical education, curriculum development, and program
evaluation.
4. Advanced degree in medical education, education, or a related field (preferred).
5. Strong knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements, such as those set by the
ACGME.
6. Familiarity with competency-based education and assessment methodologies.
7. Experience in faculty development and supporting educators in medical education.
8. Proficiency in educational technology tools and platforms.
9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
with diverse stakeholders.
10. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Community Overview:
Akron Children's Hospital is set in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley, just minutes south of
Cleveland. From major league attractions to small-town appeal, the greater Akron area and
Northeast Ohio has something for everyone. The area is rich in history and cultural diversity, and
provides a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural and recreational resources. This
four-season community will have outdoor enthusiasts thrilled with over 40,000 acres of Metro
Parks for year round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio is gaining a reputation as a world-class center for
research and development in a variety of high-tech industries, and has become a premiere
destination to work, live, play, shop and dine!
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at:
Associate Director Medical Education in
Akron, OH | Ohio based Akron Children's Hospital is seeking an Associate Director of Medical
Education. This is a key leadership position responsible for supporting the Director of Medical
Education in overseeing and advancing medical education programs within the
organization. The Associate Director is charged with elevating the Akron Children's academic
profile by enhancing our existing fellowship programs, providing more robust support and
development for fellowship directors and to strategically develop new specialty fellowships to
address emerging needs in pediatric healthcare and in alignment with enterprise priorities.
Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, and is
ranked among the best children's hospitals by US News and World Report. This integrated
healthcare system includes:
•Two free-standing pediatric hospitals
•1,000+ providers, who manage nearly 1,600,000 patient visits annually
•A network of 50+ primary and specialty care locations
•Robust research and innovation endeavors through the Rebecca D. Considine Research
Institute
•Academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and
commensurate with experience
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Curriculum Development and Evaluation
• Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement
• Faculty Development and Support
• Educational Technology Integration
• Accreditation and Compliance
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Qualifications and Requirements:
1. Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
2. Board certification in a medical specialty.
3. Demonstrated experience in medical education, curriculum development, and program
evaluation.
4. Advanced degree in medical education, education, or a related field (preferred).
5. Strong knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements, such as those set by the
ACGME.
6. Familiarity with competency-based education and assessment methodologies.
7. Experience in faculty development and supporting educators in medical education.
8. Proficiency in educational technology tools and platforms.
9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
with diverse stakeholders.
10. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Community Overview:
Akron Children's Hospital is set in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley, just minutes south of
Cleveland. From major league attractions to small-town appeal, the greater Akron area and
Northeast Ohio has something for everyone. The area is rich in history and cultural diversity, and
provides a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural and recreational resources. This
four-season community will have outdoor enthusiasts thrilled with over 40,000 acres of Metro
Parks for year round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio is gaining a reputation as a world-class center for
research and development in a variety of high-tech industries, and has become a premiere
destination to work, live, play, shop and dine!
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at:
Associate Director Medical Education in
Akron, OH | Akron Children's Hospital (akronchildrens.org) or send their CV to Lori Schapel via
email at lschapel@akronchildrens.org.Children's Hospital (akronchildrens.org) or send their CV to Lori Schapel via email at lschapel@akronchildrens.org.
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