Pediatric Gastroenterologist (MD or DO) - Dayton Children's Hospital

GastroenterologyFull-Time

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Job Description

Facility

Dayton Children's - Main Campus

Schedule: Full time

Hours: 40

Job Details

Build your career. Develop your niche. Help shape a growing pediatric GI program.

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Dayton Children’s Hospital is seeking an outstanding pediatric gastroenterologist to join our collaborative and expanding team. We welcome both graduating pediatric GI fellows and experienced physicians. The newly approved position is expected to begin on or after July 1, 2027.

Department Specific Job Details

Candidates may pursue a broad general GI practice, an established subspecialty focus, or development of a new clinical niche. Areas of opportunity include inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology, feeding problems, nutrition, celiac disease, eosinophilic GI disorders, aerodigestive care, intestinal rehabilitation and complex nutrition, and other pediatric GI interests aligned with the candidate and the division.

  • A multidisciplinary team built for comprehensive care
  • 11 pediatric gastroenterologists | 5 APPs | 4 registered dietitians
  • 3 social workers | 2 psychologists | dedicated nursing and support staff

Why Join Us?

  • Growth and clinical breadth. The division completed over 18,000 visits in FY26, and procedure volume has increased 10% since FY23. Our regional scope provides exposure to both common and complex pediatric GI conditions. Recent additions and growing programs include neurogastroenterology and motility, point-of-care ultrasound, NICU rounding, home tube-transition pathways, tube-feed weaning and oral feeding advancement, bowel management, aerodigestive care, GI psychology, an APP-led inpatient consult service, and clinical research.
  • A place to build something. Join a division investing in multidisciplinary care and program growth, with room to develop a focused clinical interest that reflects your strengths and career goals.
  • Career development at every stage. Early-career physicians can benefit from mentorship and a supportive team environment. Experienced physicians can develop programs, lead improvement work, expand scholarship and contribute to the division’s strategic growth.
  • Academic opportunity. Faculty teach medical students and pediatric residents through Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. This includes participation in the integrated civilian/military pediatric residency program. Dayton Children’s is also developing a pediatric GI fellowship, with a fellow anticipated in summer 2028.

Dayton Children’s and Our Region

Dayton Children’s is a freestanding pediatric hospital and Level I Trauma Center with more than 43 pediatric specialties. The hospital serves a pediatric population of approximately 510,000 children across a 20-county region of central and southwestern Ohio and eastern Indiana. The division provides care across regional sites and works closely with pediatric surgery, pathology, radiology, primary care and other pediatric subspecialties.

Dayton combines affordability and short commutes with strong schools, parks and trails, arts and cultural attractions, and multiple large cities within easy reach. It is an appealing place to build both a career and a life.

Dayton Children’s was named a “Best-in-State Employer” by Forbes in 2022 and 2023.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold an MD, DO, MBBS or equivalent degree; have completed an accredited pediatric gastroenterology fellowship; be board-eligible or board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology; and be eligible for an unrestricted Ohio medical license. Dayton Children’s offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Ready to Explore the Opportunity?

Whether you are finishing fellowship or considering the next chapter of an established career, we would be delighted to speak with you.

Key Responsibilities

The pediatric gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive clinical care for a wide range of pediatric GI conditions as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role also involves opportunities for program development, clinical research, and teaching medical students and residents.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Physician market look like in Ohio?
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Listed paynot listedPhysician median $572k (middle half $483k–$630k)192 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingOhio index 92.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Ohio623 active22,405 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedOhio Physician listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment623 active listings, Nov 2026
Gastroenterology hiring demand#19 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 46 days · 22% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 121 postings, 113 closed
New Gastroenterology listings182 in the last 30 days129 the 30 days before (+41%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physician pay trend−4.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Dayton Children's Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Dayton, OH
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Academic appointment through Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Mentorship for early-career physicians

Living in Dayton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$147k
Typical market rent
$1,241/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.