Division Chief of Anesthesiology – Dayton Children’s / Shriners Hospital

Dayton Children's Hospital

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children’s Ohio, in partnership with Dayton Children’s Hospital, is seeking a Chief of Anesthesiology to provide strategic, clinical, and administrative leadership for their pediatric anesthesia program. This physician leader will oversee a team of 3 full-time Pediatric Anesthesiologists while maintaining an active clinical practice within a highly specialized surgical environment. Based within Dayton Children’s Hospital, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing anesthesia team dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children undergoing complex procedures, including craniofacial surgery, cleft lip and palate repair, acute burn care, burn reconstruction, and select plastic and reconstructive surgeries. The Chief will play a critical role in advancing departmental performance, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety, and aligning anesthesia services with institutional priorities and growth initiatives.

Requirements

• Fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology required
• Board certified in Anesthesiology
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Ohio

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical or academic setting preferred
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and patient-centered care
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and team-building skills

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the anesthesia department
• Oversee clinical quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives
• Maintain an active clinical practice delivering pediatric anesthesia care
• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of Pediatric Anesthesiologists
• Lead physician recruitment, onboarding, and professional development
• Manage operational workflows, scheduling, and departmental efficiency
• Serve as the primary liaison between anesthesia, hospital leadership, and multidisciplinary teams
• Collaborate closely with surgical and perioperative partners to ensure coordinated, high-quality care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager