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Join us at Cincinnati Children’s. We are hiring BC/BE general pediatricians to work as Clinical Staff Physicians in acute and newborn care. Opportunities exist in the Division of Neonatology, Hematology/Oncology, and Emergency Medicine. Clinical Staff physicians in all divisions work alongside fellowship trained physicians to provide high quality, evidence-based care across a variety of acuity levels outside of traditional ambulatory care.  Candidates with diverse interests may work in multiple divisions. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

There is a well-delineated promotion ladder for Clinical Staff Physicians. We also provide opportunities for professional development, continuing education, resident and medical student education, and training and participation in quality improvement, and clinical guideline development and implementation. 

Interested candidates can apply to any of the following opportunities. You will be able to indicate interest on the associated application. 

Neonatology

Clinical Staff Physicians within the Perinatal Institute focus on newborn care programs based at Newborn Nurseries and Maternity Centers in Greater Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky/Dayton areas. The physician is responsible for newborn care at Level I nurseries, well-newborn exams and discharges. For those interested, we also offer positions in the Level IV NICU.  Clinical schedules include day and night shifts as well as weekend and holiday rotations. 

The Perinatal Institute also has a one-year fellowship for general pediatricians interested in working in the Level 2 Special Care Nursery, providing care to moderately preterm or ill infants. 

Hematology/Oncology

Clinical Staff Physicians on the inpatient team in the Division of Oncology work in close conjunction with attending oncology physicians to provide day-to-day management for complex and acutely ill cancer patients. The work occurs in partnership with multidisciplinary teams that include dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, care managers, child life specialists, physical/occupational therapists, and nurses. Clinical schedules include day and night shifts as well as weekend and holiday rotations. 

Emergency Medicine

Clinical Staff Physicians within the Division of Emergency Medicine work alongside pediatric emergency medicine-trained physicians and advanced practice nurses to provide the highest level of care in both the Emergency Department and Urgent Care.  Multiple positions are available as we staff our newly transformed state-of-the-art ED at our level 1 trauma center, expand into the Kentucky market, and support our suburban ED and urgent cares throughout the region. Full-time and part-time positions are available as well as opportunities to moonlight at various locations. Clinical schedules are flexible with and include 6–8-hour shifts.

An active Ohio medical license is required for credentialing.  Full malpractice insurance coverage including tail coverage will be provided.  Competitive benefits package includes relocation assistance, health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, as well as generous retirement contributions. 

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

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. EEO/Veteran/Disability