
Akron Children's
Medical Geneticist | Freestanding Pediatric Hospital in Northeast Ohio | Impressive Recruitment Incentives
Akron, OH
Job Highlights
Akron Children's seeks a Clinical Geneticist to join its well-established team of three geneticists, one medical biochemical geneticist, two nurse practitioners, twelve genetic counselors, genetic counseling assistants, two nurses and a metabolic dietician. The team works collaboratively to treat a wide range of both adult and pediatric patients, with inherited or otherwise genetically influenced health issues, in Akron Children's Hospital’s Genetic Center. The Center’s clinical services are supported in part by the Ohio Department of Health, as a Regional Comprehensive Genetics Center.
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 in Clinical Genetics and Genomics and the ability to obtain an active medical license in the state of Ohio.
About Akron Children's
Akron Children's has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, 6 regional health centers and 50+ primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we're making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. We also partner with other health systems to bring our neonatal and pediatric expertise to patients in their community hospitals.
With more than a million patient visits a year, we’ve been leading the way to healthier futures for children through quality patient care, education, advocacy, community service and medical discovery.
Our Mission
To improve the health of children, teenagers and young adults through excellence in patient care, education, research, advocacy and community partnerships.
Our Vision
Akron Children’s will be the most trusted, inclusive and accessible pediatric health system in the communities we serve.
Our Promises
1. To treat every child as we would our own.
2. To treat others as they would like to be treated.
3. To turn no child away.
Compensation Details
Impressive recruitment incentives include: - Starting Bonus - Fellowship Stipend - Relocation - Student Loan Assistance - Three Retirement Plans
Location Insights
A
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Commute
A-
Cost of Living
B+
Access to Restaurants
B
Overall
Total Population
190,273
Median Rent
$887
Median Home Value
$99,700
Median Income
$46,596
Posted November 11, 2025