Physician - Hospitalist

Pediatric Inpatient Medical Director

The Department of Pediatrics at Oklahoma Childrens OU Health is seeking an experienced pediatric physician leader to serve as the Pediatric Inpatient Medical Director at Oklahoma Childrens OU Health in Oklahoma City. The Pediatric Inpatient Medical Director will lead in a dyad partnership with unit nurse managers, serving as the physician leader for the acute care inpatient beds excluding the intensive care units and the emergency departments. The position will report directly to the Chief Medical Officer of Oklahoma Childrens. Responsibilities include clinical and operational oversight to drive high-quality, patient-centered care. Working closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, trainees, and hospital administration, this individual will drive performance improvement initiatives, support implementation of clinical protocols and standard work, foster provider engagement and accountability, and lead efforts to improve patient experience, clinical outcomes, care coordination, and hospital throughput. The Medical Director will also play a key role in supporting the education of medical and nurse trainees, while promoting a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

Oklahoma Childrens OU Health and the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine are on a trajectory to become a world-class childrens hospital serving Oklahoma and the surrounding region. As part of this vision, the Acute Care Unit Medical Director will help shape and advance inpatient care delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and best practices while supporting the continued growth and excellence of pediatric services. 

Position Benefits

As an Oklahoma Childrens employed physician, a successful applicant is offered the following:

• Highly competitive guaranteed base salary
• Patient safety, quality, and experience incentive plan
• Flexible schedule that allows for excellent work life balance
• Relocation assistance
• CME and travel allowance
• Free, covered, on campus parking
• A benefit package that includes but is not limited to 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan, short- and long-term disability, malpractice, life and AD&D insurance.

The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity institution. For more information, visit www.ou.edu/eoo.

Position Qualifications

• board certified in pediatrics or a pediatric subspecialty
• have at least three years of attending-level inpatient experience
• demonstrated record of leadership experience, strong communication and collaboration, and passion for advancing quality, safety, patient experience, operational excellence, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a children's hospital setting
• obtain an Oklahoma medical license prior to employment

The Department and Oklahoma Childrens OU Health

The Department of Pediatrics is a multi-faceted department with 18 divisions and more than 240 faculty members. The faculty constitutes the principal medical staff of Oklahoma Childrens OU Health. The department is focused on world-class clinical care, cutting edge research, and education of the next generation of pediatricians. All these things help us provide outstanding service to children and families across the state and beyond.

Oklahoma Childrens serves as one of the teaching hospitals of the Health Center campus and is the only academic tertiary and quaternary health care facility in the state dedicated to the care of children. Oklahoma Childrens is in a growth trajectory with increasing patient volumes and two planned capital projects that will increase the number of inpatient beds to over 500 within four years. With a growing statewide presence and improving national rankings, we are on a path to becoming a world-class childrens hospital.

The Harold Hamm Health Campus at the University of Oklahoma includes seven colleges and seventeen other institutions as well as serving as the states primary education and research facility for physicians, dentists, nurses, biomedical scientists, pharmacists, public health administrators, and a wide range of allied health professionals. This is an exciting time at the University of Oklahoma, the Health Campus, and the College of Medicine as we transform into becoming a research-intensive university through Project 200, which will recruit 200 research faculty to campus in the next five years.

The Community

Oklahoma City, often referred to as OKC, is the capital and largest city of the state of Oklahoma. Its known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse attractions. OKC is the anchor of a rapidly growing, multicultural metropolitan area with a population of almost 1.4 million, ranking 20th among United States cities. The city offers a very affordable cost of living, excellent schools, a wide array of cultural amenities, and over 300 days of sunshine annually.

Living in Oklahoma City offers a mix of urban and suburban experiences, with a variety of amenities and a relatively low cost of living. Here are some key aspects of city living in Oklahoma City:

Affordable Housing: Housing costs are currently 60% lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for families and individuals.

Cultural Attractions: The city boasts a vibrant arts scene, including the Oklahoma City Museum of Art and the Civic Center Music Hall.

Outdoor Activities: There are numerous parks and recreational areas, such as the Myriad Botanical Gardens and Lake Hefner.

Friendly Community: Residents often highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the community.