Division Chief, Pediatric Critical Care
Description
Pediatric Search Partners has been engaged for the search for a Division Chief of Pediatric Critical Care to join University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. This prestigious role offers a unique opportunity to lead, develop and advance the division at a children’s hospital recognized among the nation’s top 50 in all 11 specialties, five of which are in the top 25, in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Children’s Hospitals rankings for 2024-25. In addition, UH Rainbow is honored to be ranked as the #3 Best Children’s Hospital in the Midwest and #3 in Ohio. We seek a committed leader who is passionate about furthering the tradition of excellence and dedication to the hospital’s mission: To Heal, To Teach, To Discover.
The Opportunity
Appointed by and reporting to the Chair of the Department of Pediatrics, the Division Chief will serve as the clinical, operational, and academic leader of Pediatric Critical Care medicine. This individual will define and advance the vision for the Division.
The Chief will lead and mentor a dedicated and collegial team of twelve pediatric intensivists, which includes a well-respected fellowship program with nine fellows, and ensure the continued delivery of exceptional care in the 20-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, which cares for approximately 1600 critically ill children each year and the 10-bed Pediatric Sedation Unit.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
- Demonstrated leadership skills with at least five years’ experience
- Excellent clinical skills as well as strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
- Academic accomplishments commensurate with appointment at the associate or full professor level with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead collaborative efforts with hospital and health system leadership to ensure the highest-quality care in a professional, cost-effective manner.
- Ensures collaborative integration of medical, trauma, and surgicalsubspecialty services in the Pediatric ICU.
- Oversee faculty development, including clinical training, mentorship, scholarly activity and the promotion process.
- Ensure that faculty are engaged in scholarly activity that includes clinical training and mentorship to residents, fellows and medical students.
- Assign clinical coverage and optimize workflow across inpatient and ambulatory settings.
- Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation, professionalism and integrity.
- Represent and advocate for the Division within departmental and hospital leadership.
- Maintain oversight of clinical quality, operational administration, and financial performance.
- Serve as an advocate and representative of the Divisional faculty in leadership activities.
About UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital
Founded in 1887, UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital is an internationally renowned, 244-bed children’s hospital and pediatric academic center with experts in 20 medical divisions and 10 surgical specialties. As a leader in advanced pediatric care, UH Rainbow provides unique services, including cutting-edge cancer, cellular and immune therapies, heart and surgical care, and Northeast Ohio’s only single-site provider of advanced maternal fetal medicine and neonatology services.
As a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, ECMO Center and a pediatric affiliate of Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, UH Rainbow offers access to novel therapies, advanced technologies and clinical discoveries long before they are available nationwide. Rainbow pediatric specialists – all of whom serve on the faculty at the School of Medicine – are engaged in today’s most advanced clinical research and are widely regarded as the best in the nation.
About Cleveland
Cleveland is a welcoming city known for its rich cultural and historical heritage, affordable living and strong community spirit. In addition to being a food lover’s destination, it also offers a vibrant arts scene and numerous outdoor activities, as well as major cultural institutions such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, Playhouse Square (the largest performing arts center in the country behind New York City), and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
With a metropolitan population of 2,185,825, Cleveland is a hub for health care professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, college students, food lovers and retirees of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Travel and Leisure recognized Cleveland in 2024 as one of its 50 Best Places to Travel (alongside Paris, Montreal and Bangkok) for its national and international events, world-class culture expansions, rebirth of historic hotels and eclectic food scene, fueled by nearby farms, local producers and trailblazing chefs.
The city’s excellent schools, diverse and historic neighborhoods, and easy access to major U.S. cities and international destinations make it a great place to live and work. And Cleveland’s University Circle ranks in the top 10 on USA Today’s list of Best Arts Districts for its world-class galleries, museums, theaters and music halls, all located within one square mile and near Case Western Reserve University.
The city offers a continental climate with four distinct seasons, abundant parks, easy access to beaches and boating on Lake Erie, and hundreds of hiking trails. Sports fans can enjoy the city’s three major league teams – the Cavaliers, the Browns and the Guardians – at top-tier sports venues. And Cleveland’s Hopkins International Airport provides direct flights to major U.S. cities and international destinations.
With multiple universities, including nationally top-ranked Case Western Reserve University, highly acclaimed schools from elementary through high school, and vibrant cultural neighborhoods such as Little Italy, Slavic Village and Asia Town, Cleveland is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
How to apply
For complete details and confidential consideration, please submit your CV and cover letter to:
Glenda Church Smith, Principal
Pediatric Search Partners
877-440-3832 Telephone
214-850-3094 Text
