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Posted 20 July, 2026

Cardiac, Academic Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist | Nationally Ranked Heart Center

OU Health
Oklahoma City, OK, US Full Time

Job Description

Academic Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist Join a World-Class Heart Center at Oklahoma Childrens HospitalPosition Overview\n

The Oklahoma Childrens Hospital and the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine invite applications for a full-time Academic Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist. This is an exceptional opportunity to join the only congenital heart disease surgical program in Oklahoma and become part of a highly respected, rapidly expanding pediatric heart center providing quaternary-level care.

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Our section is seeking a motivated, team-oriented physician who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and is committed to excellence in patient care, education, and academic growth. Candidates with additional pediatric cardiac anesthesia experience or training are welcomedbut those with strong pediatric anesthesia experience and a passion for congenital heart disease will also be considered and supported.

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    MD/DO

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    Board certification in Anesthesiology

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    Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Anesthesiology

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    Eligible for permanent, unrestricted Oklahoma medical licensure

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    Additional training or experience in pediatric cardiac anesthesia is preferred but not required

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Who Were Looking For\n

We want a physician who:

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    Thrives as part of an expert, multidisciplinary team

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    Values collaboration, communication, and shared decision-making

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    Feels energized by caring for patients with congenital and acquired heart disease

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    Is committed to continuous learning, academic contribution, and excellence

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    Embodies integrity, empathy, and dedication to family-centered care

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Our division has a deep sense of pride, passion, and belongingand were looking for someone who feels the same.

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About the Role\n

Join a high-performing pediatric cardiac anesthesia team that provides perioperative care for:

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    500+ cases annually, including VAD and pediatric heart transplant

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    All congenital heart disease surgical procedures

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    Cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology (EP) cases

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    Non-cardiac surgeries for patients with heart disease

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You will work alongside a skilled, dedicated team of pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists and CRNAs within a growing, innovative Heart Center.

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About the Oklahoma Childrens Hospital Heart Center\n
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    Ranked among the Top 50 Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery Programs in the U.S.

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    Provides comprehensive quaternary care for infants, children, and adults with congenital heart disease

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    Home to 150+ clinicians dedicated to CHD care

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    Infrastructure includes:

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      24-bed dedicated cardiac critical care unit

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      Modern hybrid suite

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      Two cardiac operating rooms

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    Currently designing a new, free-standing state-of-the-art Heart Hospital, adjacent to the current facilityrepresenting a significant expansion for surgical, procedural, and critical care services

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This is the perfect time to join a program that is growing, investing, and advancing.

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Academic Environment\n

Faculty will hold an academic appointment at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine.
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    Resident and fellow education

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    Scholarly activity

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    Program development

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    Leadership opportunities as the service line expands

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