Chief, Pediatric Anesthesiology

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Section Chief, Pediatric Anesthesiology

University of Oklahoma College of Medicine - Department of Anesthesiology

Oklahoma City, OK

The Opportunity

The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained pediatric anesthesiologist to lead its Pediatric Anesthesiology section, with an academic appointment as Associate Professor or Professor.The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and academic leadership.

The Organization

OU Health is home to Oklahoma's only comprehensive academic health system comprised of University of Oklahoma Medical Center, the only Level I trauma center in the state, Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health, Edmond Medical Center, and NIH-designated Stephenson Cancer Center. OU Health's program is distinguished by its multidisciplinary approach, integrating cutting-edge research and advanced surgical techniques to deliver superior patient outcomes.

The Position

Reporting to Chair of Anesthesiology, Dr. Kenichi Tanaka, the Chief will oversee a multidisciplinary team delivering anesthesia care to pediatric patients undergoing surgery, interventional procedures, imaging, and pain management. The Chief will engage in graduate and undergraduate medical education and clinical research, and support an ACGME-accredited pediatric anesthesiology fellowship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe, high-quality anesthesia care for pediatric patients.
• Support faculty development and recruitment. Mentor and supervise faculty, residents, and fellows.
• Develop clinical protocols and quality initiatives.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
• Mentor and supervise faculty, residents, and fellows.
• Contribute to curriculum design and evaluation.
• Foster faculty and trainee involvement in research.
• Collaborate on institutional research initiatives in pediatric anesthesiology and patient safety.

The Community

Oklahoma City is the 6th fastest-growing city in the USA. With a metropolitan population exceeding 1.4 million, OKC stands out as a dynamic center of culture and innovation.The city offers an array of attractions, including top-tier dining options and professional sports teams. Oklahoma City is distinctively appealing due to its combination of excellent schools, affordable housing, minimal traffic, and a friendly community.

Procedure for Candidacy

Oklahoma Health has retained AMN Leadership Solutions AMN Healthcare to support this recruitment. To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence to Beth Ross, View email address on click.appcast.io


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