The Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, seeks a collaborative and distinguished board certified academic pediatric orthopaedic surgeon with experience as an outstanding academic leader and record of excellence in clinical practice, to serve as the next Division Chief. This is a unique opportunity to join a world-class academic pediatric health system dedicated to providing the best clinical care and outcomes for all children, being at the forefront of innovative research, and training the residents and fellows of the future. 

The Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics is comprised of 14 faculty and 14 advanced practice providers, with a large support staff. The Division provides comprehensive and nationally recognized clinical service across all pediatric subspecialties within the field and enjoys multiple internal and external interdisciplinary collaborations both clinically and scientifically. The research enterprise of the Division boasts an established presence in national and international study groups and is recognized for excellent in basic science and translational research. 

The next Chief will lead the Division of Orthopaedics to further expand its clinical footprint in a manner that promotes the use of the most advanced surgical options, improves access for all through current and expanded delivery models and achieves highest quality pediatric patient care. This vision will be congruent with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center’s strategy to integrate the surgical sciences and further strengthen relationships with external affiliates and drive tertiary and quaternary patient care growth through new programs and partnerships.

The next Chief will be eligible for appointment as an affiliate faculty member of the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. The faculty appointment is made through the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and its faculty appointment rank will be based on experience and qualifications in accordance with UC guidelines.

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is proud to be nationally ranked as the Top Pediatric Hospital, based on a survey of 200 hospitals by US News and World Report. Our Orthopaedics division also earned a top spot, ranking #3 on the 2024-2025 Honor Roll. Cincinnati is a vibrant community with a metropolitan population of 2.1 million. Cincinnati features world-class amenities and a very affordable cost of living, which together make Cincinnati one of America’s most livable cities. 

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an outstanding academic leader and respected clinician with a record of academic productivity and demonstrated ability to effectively inspire, lead and mentor. The following personal qualities and professional qualifications and experience are expected: 

1. Ability to develop a collaborative vision, with a record for successfully implementing new initiatives that advance the field of Orthopaedics. 
2. Experience with leadership and management of financial and other resources. 
3. Demonstrated experience in recruiting, retaining, and mentoring top faculty and students. 
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that build and maintain trust with faculty, staff, administration, trainees, and all other stakeholders. 
5. Demonstrated commitment to valuing and actively promoting diversity. 
6. Respect for the tradition of collaborative science at Cincinnati Children’s. 
7. MD, DO, MD/PhD degree, or equivalent. 
8. Qualified for Associate or Full Professor Rank. 
9. National recognition as an academic leader in the field. 
10. Outstanding academic credentials. 
11. Experience within the academic medical center setting and working with a culturally diverse population. 
12. An uncompromising commitment to excellence in research and education. 
13. Experience leading a faculty group. 

The application deadline is May 26th. 

Participants will be notified of their acceptance by June 2nd. 

To apply, please send a letter of interest, including information on research, education, leadership, and a Curriculum Vitae to Nathan Gohlke, Nathan.Gohlke@cchmc.org, Talent Acquisition Physician Faculty Recruiter.    

Confidential inquiries and nominations should be addressed to Sandro de Alarcon, MD, Alessandro.deAlarcon@cchmc.org, Search Committee Chair. 

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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