Physician - Pediatrics
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
| Specialty | Pediatrics |
|---|---|
| Profession | Physician |
Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine | University of Oklahoma Health
Oklahoma City, OK
The Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible pediatricians to join our growing team as we expand services to care for Oklahoma’s children. We are looking for clinicians with strong clinical skills who enjoy working with diverse and medically complex patients and who value collaboration within an academic environment that includes medical students, residents, and fellows.
Clinical Environment
Clinical practice is based at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, a freestanding, not-for-profit 348-bed tertiary care children’s hospital with approximately 14,000 annual admissions. The hospital offers comprehensive subspecialty support, including:
Pediatric Emergency Department
PICU, CVICU, and NICU
Pediatric Hospital Medicine coverage does not include newborn nursery or delivery room care. Opportunities for circumcision and moonlighting are available. The section will also provide consultative support to a new 72-bed inpatient Behavioral Health Center opening December 2026.
Position Details
Full-time commitment: 1,800 hours annually
Clinical shifts include day, night, and transfer center admitting officer coverage
Academic faculty appointment through the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Regular teaching interaction with medical students, residents, and fellows
PHM board certification not required, though welcomed
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary with quarterly RVU incentives and annual quality bonus
12 weeks paid parental leave
Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) match and 457 option
Relocation stipend
PSLF-eligible position
Stipends available for residents and fellows prior to hire
$5,000 annual CME allowance plus additional scholarly support
Tuition assistance through Guild
Concierge services support
Pay and schedule differentials for primary nocturnist roles
Close collaboration with hospital administration
Academic & Professional Environment
Our section is committed to career-long mentorship, faculty development, and work-life balance. Academic opportunities exist in education, advocacy, research, and leadership, with reasonable team caps, proactive surge planning, and supportive scheduling practices.
Why Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City is a rapidly growing metro consistently ranked among the best large cities to live in the U.S. It offers a vibrant arts and dining scene, professional sports including the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, nationally recognized attractions, a low cost of living, and short commute times—making it an exceptional place to live and work.
