Division Chief - General Academic Pediatrics

Job no: 501426
Work type: Faculty - Regular
Location: Health Science Campus College Toledo, OH
Categories: Faculty, Healthcare Positions, Full-Time, Academic

Job Description:

The Department of Pediatrics at UToledo Health and The University of Toledo College of Medicine & Life Sciences is seeking an experienced, visionary Pediatric Division Chief to provide clinical and administrative leadership for a growing pediatric division. This physician leader will maintain an active outpatient clinical practice across two pediatric clinic locations while overseeing a team of up to 10 Pediatricians dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a pediatric physician who is passionate about advancing clinical excellence, fostering physician engagement, and supporting the growth and development of pediatric services throughout the community.

Position Highlights:

• Provide outpatient pediatric care at two clinic locations.
• Lead and supervise a team of up to 10 Pediatricians and advanced practice providers.
• Drive quality improvement, patient safety, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support provider recruitment, onboarding, retention, and professional development.
• Collaborate with hospital, medical staff, and administrative leadership to advance strategic goals.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient experience.
• Participate in clinical program development and service line growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership

• Maintain an active outpatient pediatric practice.
• Serve as a clinical role model and resource for physicians and staff.
• Champion evidence-based care and quality outcomes.

Administrative Leadership

• Provide day-to-day oversight of division operations.
• Monitor clinical productivity, access, patient satisfaction, and quality metrics.
• Assist with budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
• Address operational challenges and implement process improvements.

Team Development

• Mentor and support pediatric providers.
• Conduct performance reviews and professional development discussions.
• Foster collaboration among providers, nursing, and support staff.
• Recruit and retain high-performing physicians.

Qualifications:

Required

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• Eligible for or currently holding unrestricted state medical licensure.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical pediatric experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a medical practice, division, department, or service line.

Preferred

• Previous experience leading physicians or multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with quality improvement, practice operations, and physician engagement initiatives.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and change-management skills.

Benefits:

• Eligibility for Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Coverage through the University of Toledo
• Retirement Benefits, Including Two Pension Plans:
  • UTP Pension Plan with Employer Contribution up to 7.5%
  • UToledo Academic Pension
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Sick Leave, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• UT provided Tuition Fee Waiver Program for Employee and Dependent(s)
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• UTP opts out of FICA, reducing the employee's payroll taxes

The Department offers a collegial and supportive environment that fosters professional development. Faculty members are provided with competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement options, health/dental/vision coverage, life and malpractice insurance, and paid vacation), and opportunities for academic and clinical growth.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package with leadership stipend.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Supportive physician leadership environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pediatric care delivery and community health.

Join Our Team:

If you are a collaborative physician leader committed to advancing pediatric healthcare while maintaining a rewarding outpatient practice, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of pediatric services.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Advertised: 03 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

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