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A Place to Practice Medicine in a City that Feels like Home

At Cincinnati Children’s, our faculty and staff strive for the best outcomes in clinical care, research and education. Here, we think big. We make a difference. And we always consider how we can be better. As a leader in improving child health, we rely on compassionate, devoted and highly trained experts who care about patients and families, as well as science and discovery.

If you’re a purpose-driven pediatrician who’s looking for a forward-thinking, award-winning team, consider Cincinnati Children’s. We’re recruiting across all specialties.

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Find Your Specialty

Great patient care starts with great people. We are actively recruiting physicians across seven divisions—explore each division below to learn more and connect with the right recruiter to start the conversation.

The vision of the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute is to be the global leader in leading-edge cancer/blood disease care, research and education.

Our mission is to:

  • Expand innovative basic science with integrated new approaches in leading-edge translational clinical research
  • Define new standards and models for outstanding clinical care and continual outcomes improvement
  • Provide excellence and new paradigms in education and training
  • Build a shared culture of discovery, innovation, compassion and quality

Join Our Team

The successful candidate possesses the following qualifications:

  • MD or DO
  • Board certification
  • The ability to receive a medical license in the State of Ohio

Our physicians, nurses, therapists and other health professionals work closely as a team to coordinate individualized care for each patient. Our pediatric doctors collaborate with our surgeons, dietitians, radiologists, pharmacists and other specialists to offer evaluation and treatment centered around each patient and family.

If interested in joining our team, please contact Michelle Paolella, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter.

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is a national and international referral destination. That means families traverse the globe to receive expert care from us. It means when patients come to Cincinnati Children’s, they can expect world-class expertise, cutting-edge research, and compassionate care.

We offer comprehensive services for pediatric gastrointestinal (GI) diseases—from simple conditions to the most complex. No matter what issue a child faces, they are in good hands with us.

Our physicians, nurses, therapists and other health professionals work closely as a team to coordinate individualized care for each patient. Our pediatric gastroenterologists collaborate with our surgeons, dietitians, radiologists, pharmacists and other specialists to offer evaluation and treatment centered around each patient and family.

Join Our Team

The successful Pediatric Gastroenterologist candidate possesses the following qualifications:

  • MD or DO
  • Board certification
  • The ability to receive a medical license in the State of Ohio

Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

If interested in joining our team, please contact Michelle Paolella, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter.

The Division of Hospital Medicine is a team of more than 50 faculty and staff physicians providing care to over 10,000 patients per year on our general pediatric, complex care, surgical co-management and adult care teams.

The Division of Hospital Medicine’s mission is to collaborate across the health system and the communities we serve to deliver exceptional clinical care and advance exemplary research, education and continuous improvement. 

We are looking for team members committed to this mission and our guiding principles:

  1. We recognize our people as our greatest strength and invest in their wellness and growth.
  2. We center and advocate for our patients and families in all that we do.
  3. We pursue equitable outcomes, uncover and close gaps, and support each other in committing ourselves to do what is best.
  4. We partner beyond our division and institution to promote innovation for the benefit of patients and families.
  5. We approach challenges with curiosity, humility, and a growth mindset. 

Join Our Team

The successful Pediatric Hospitalist candidate will be board eligible/certified in pediatrics and have the ability to receive a medical license in the State of Ohio. Experience should include demonstrated skill in diagnosis and management of illness. Experience as a pediatric hospitalist, PHM board eligibility/certification, teaching of medical students and residents, and leading quality improvement projects are not required but are differentiating factors. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. We offer specific positions for Internal Medicine-Pediatrics trained physicians who work on our Adult Care team in addition to Pediatric Hospital Medicine and Adult Hospital Medicine teams at the University of Cincinnati.

If interested in joining our team, please contact Nathan Gohlke, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter. 

The Division of Infectious Diseases provides clinical consultation on the diagnosis and management of pediatric infectious diseases in both inpatient and outpatient areas. In addition to general pediatric infectious disease care, we offer comprehensive care for immunocompromised children with coordination of care across the health system through a dedicated Immunocompromised Host Infectious Disease Program.

The Division of Infectious Diseases conducts physician-scientist lead research and supports critical hospital functions with leadership in Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C) and Antimicrobial Stewardship (ASP). These leaders guide hospital surveillance as well as antimicrobial and diagnostic stewardship in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The IP&C program works with local, regional and national programs to track and report infectious diseases. The division works collaboratively with the research and clinical microbiology laboratories within Cincinnati Children’s to offer routine and special diagnostic studies for bacterial, fungal and viral infections.

Join Our Team

The successful Pediatric Infectious Diseases candidate possesses the following qualifications:

MD or MD-PhD degree in a related scientific or research field American Board of Pediatrics eligibility/certification in pediatric infectious disease Infectious diseases research and/or clinical experience

Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Experience should include demonstrated skill in physical assessment, diagnosis and management of illness. Experience in infectious diseases, teaching of medical students and residents, and leading quality improvement projects are not required but are differentiating factors.

If interested in joining our team, please contact Nathan Gohlke, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter.

The Perinatal Institute and Division of Neonatology combine the latest advances in clinical care, research and education to improve care and outcomes for all newborns, especially those born with complex problems due to prematurity or disorders of organ development. We are working hard to uncover new findings, develop innovative treatments, and improve diagnostics. And we are doing it all to improve outcomes for our patients, families and communities.

 We are a leader in setting the standard for neonatal care. We work on local, regional and national levels to align efforts in public health, clinical care, quality improvement and research to decrease the consequences of prematurity and other birth outcomes requiring multispecialty care, and to improve the health of all newborn babies. Our neonatology program is nationally ranked in the Top 5 in the 2025-26 list of Best Children’s Hospitals published by U.S. News & World Report. We care for newborns with the most complex health problems.

Join Our Team

The successful Pediatric Neonatologist candidate will be board eligible/certified in neonatology and have the ability to receive a medical license in the State of Ohio. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our Newborn Hospitalist positions require newborn training, ideally in a Level III/IV NICU.

If interested in joining our team, please contact Michelle Paolella, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter.

The Division of Pulmonary Medicine is one of the largest, and is the #2 pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery program in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. Our team offers exceptional care for a wide range of pediatric lung conditions. From bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) to asthma and cystic fibrosis, we have specialized centers with expert teams and innovative treatment approaches. Our Pediatric Lung Transplant program is one of the most robust in the nation, one of only a few in the country capable of performing transplants on patients as small as 11 pounds. We are also one of the largest pediatric pulmonology programs, teaching the next generation of pulmonologists. Each year, our pulmonologists and specialists conduct nearly 40,000 patient visits and treat thousands of children from across the nation and around the world.

Join Our Team

The successful Pediatric Pulmonology candidate possesses the following qualifications:

  • MD or DO
  • Board eligible/certified in pediatrics and board eligible/certified in pediatric pulmonology
  • The ability to be licensed in the State of Ohio
  • Completion of pediatric pulmonology fellowship
  • The ability to receive a medical license in the State of Ohio

Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Experience should include demonstrated skill in physical assessment, diagnosis and management of illness. Experience as a pediatric pulmonologist, teaching of medical students and residents, and leading quality improvement projects are not required but are differentiating factors.

If interested in joining our team, please contact Nathan Gohlke, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter.

The Department of Radiology at Cincinnati Children’s provides specialized imaging services and image-guided therapies that contribute to the treatment of infants, children, teenagers and young adults. As one of the largest pediatric radiology departments in the United States, the department performs more than 200,000 imaging procedures each year. With multiple imaging locations throughout the greater Cincinnati area and through broad collaboration, the Department of Radiology helps ensure that patients receive timely, high-quality care and access to leading imaging expertise. Our team of pediatric radiologists emphasizes making imaging procedures safe, accurate and as comfortable as possible for our young patients. Our team also contributes significantly to multidisciplinary care of patients at Cincinnati Children’s.

Beyond caring for patients, the department has a significant research portfolio emphasizing development and validation of new imaging technologies, training and validation of artificial intelligence, and identification and validation of new imaging biomarkers. We also train future radiologists and pediatric radiologists as students, residents and fellows.

Our departmental vision and values align with the values of Cincinnati Children’s:

  • We emphasize being a thriving pediatric radiology department.
  • We seek to provide and contribute to the best care for patients.
  • We strive for equitable, high-quality imaging care for every child we serve.
  • We put patients and families first, creating a safe, compassionate and child-focused imaging experience.
  • We value our radiology team and support their wellness, growth and continued learning.
  • We strive to be a personally rewarding place to work for everyone on our radiology team.
  • We collaborate and innovate to improve pediatric imaging and patient outcomes.
  • We approach challenges with curiosity and a growth mindset to continually improve our care for patients.
  • We wish to project academic excellence, and support our team in achieving this.

Join Our Team

The successful Pediatric Radiologist candidate will be board eligible/certified in radiology with fellowship training in pediatric radiology and have the ability to obtain a medical license in the State of Ohio. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in interpreting pediatric imaging studies and collaborating with clinical teams to support accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of childhood conditions.

The successful Pediatric Interventional Radiologist candidate will be board eligible/certified in radiology with fellowship training in interventional radiology or pediatric interventional radiology and have the ability to obtain a medical license in the State of Ohio. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in performing pediatric interventional procedures and collaborating with clinical teams to support accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of childhood conditions.

Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience, with opportunities to contribute to education, innovation and clinical excellence within the Department of Radiology.

If interested in joining our team, please contact Michelle Paolella, Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiter.

Interested in another division or specialty at Cincinnati Children's? Please contact our Faculty and Staff Physician Recruiters, Michelle Paolella and Nathan Gohlke.

Why Physicians and Researchers Love It Here

Dan Herchline, MD.
Pediatric Hospitalist

Dan Herchline, MD

"Everything that you're going to find in those huge cities, you get here in Cincinnati, but without all the hassle."
Rupi Parikh smiling.
Pediatric Anesthesiologist

Rupi Parikh, MD

"It’s the culture, that team environment—that’s what makes people come here. It’s not matched anywhere else. This is top of the top.”
Taka Takebe, MD, PhD at an interview.
Medical Researcher

Taka Takebe, MD, PhD

“I’ve seen the power of diversity in building a new, exciting program. Looking from a different angle is the only solution to be better. Having real diversity is so important.”

Why Cincinnati Children's is the Ideal Place for Healthcare Professionals

There are so many reasons why Cincinnati Children’s is an exceptional place to work.

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Join the Best of the Best

Cincinnati Children’s consistently ranks as one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. We’ve received awards and recognition not only for delivering the best possible health outcomes but also for being a great place to work.
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Grow Your Career with Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we tailor your position to your unique career path. Looking to grow in the clinical education space? Hoping to pursue a specific research project? Wanting to transition to hospital leadership? Our Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development (OAACD) has resources and programs to support you.
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Appreciate the Balance—with Personal and Professional Benefits

We’re here to help you thrive in your career and in your life. That’s why our benefits are competitive with, if not better than, other health systems in the region. As a Cincinnati Children’s employee, you have access to a variety of medical plans, a retirement plan, paid time off, tuition assistance, relocation services and so much more. Your specific benefits package will be discussed with the recruitment team.
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Receive the Care You Need, Too

We support our team members professionally and personally with benefits like emergency childcare, fertility support, elder and aging parent care, and concierge services. And our Office of Wellness ensures that employees have what they need to make meaningful connections, heal from stressful situations, and find hope and optimism.

Transform Your Ideas into Robust Research

Our breakthrough research is a major part of how we improve the lives of children every day. We're exploring everything from basic systems to biological processes and developing interventions and tools to speed up improved health care delivery. With a variety of internal funding options, you’ll find support to transform your most creative ideas into fundable preliminary data.
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We like to think of Cincinnati as a best-kept secret, or a hidden gem. A place with all the perks of a mid-sized city—less traffic, lower cost of living and strong neighborhoods—and all the amenities of a large coastal city. Whether you’re interested in the arts, professional sports, or low-cost, family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone.

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