Description
The Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at The University of Oklahoma Health in Oklahoma City is seeking BC/BE pediatricians to join our team as we grow our capacity to care for Oklahoma’s children. Applicants should have a record of strong clinical skills working with a diverse and complex patient population and a desire to work collaboratively in an environment of student, resident, and fellow education.
Clinical Environment:
Clinical practice occurs at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, a freestanding not for profit 348 bed tertiary care referral center with approximately 14,000 total admissions per year. Onsite pediatric ED, PICU, CVICU, and NICU units provide robust medical and surgical subspecialty support. PHM coverage does not include newborn nursery/delivery room however circumcision and moonlighting opportunities exist. Additionally, we will provide consultative support to a new onsite 72 bed inpatient Behavioral Health Center opening in December 2026.
Position Details:
Full time is 1800 hrs/year. Clinical work includes day, night, and transfer center admitting officer shifts. Faculty appointments available through The University of Oklahoma Health College of Medicine. Regular interaction with medical students, residents, and fellows. PHM board certification/eligibility not required for hiring though is welcome.
Benefits:
Competitive baseline salary with quarterly RVU incentive and yearly quality metric bonus.
12 weeks paid parental leave.
Competitive benefits with 401k match and 457 contribution option.
Relocation expense stipend.
PSLF qualified.
Stipends available for residents and fellows prior to hire.
$5000 yearly CME allowance + additional section support for scholarly activities.
Tuition assistance for qualified continuing education endeavors through Guild.
Concierge Services support.
Pay and hours differential available for those working primary nocturnist positions.
Close working relationship with hospital administration.
Learn more at https://www.ouhealth.com/careers/what-we-offer/total-rewards/.
Our section is committed to supporting career-long mentorship and faculty development; academic opportunities exist in education, advocacy, research, and leadership. Reasonable team caps that promote safe care, proactive surge planning, and attention to work/life balance in scheduling make this a great clinical environment.
Learn more about us at https://medicine.ouhsc.edu/academic-departments/pediatrics/sections/hospital-medicine and https://www.ouhealth.com/oklahoma-childrens-hospital/.
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City is one of the fastest growing cities and was recently named the best big city to live in the country by US News and World Reports. It offers a long list of attractions, including science and art museums, a diverse nationally recognized food scene, NBA Championship-winning Thunder basketball, concert venues, award winning zoo, and hosting events for the 2028 Olympic games. Our low cost of living, minimal commute times, and friendly atmosphere make this a great place to live and work. Learn more about Oklahoma City at Find Your Future in Oklahoma City. Come check us out if you haven’t been here before!
Please send CV and cover letter to Stephanie DeLeon, Section Chief of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at [email protected]. Come join our fantastic team where we are Never Done, Never Outdone.
