Pediatrics - Surgery - Physician

Your future role at a glance Specialty: Pediatric Surgery Call Schedule: Shared EMR System: Cerner (upgrade in process) + Dragon Medical One Facility: St John Medical Center Location: Tulsa This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type. Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How youll make an impact in this role Ascension St. John is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Surgeon to join our growing practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that’s actively expanding to meet the needs of our community. Position Highlights: Join a well-supported, collaborative team with strong medical group and hospital leadership committed to your success Employed position offering a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including malpractice with tail coverage Retirement plan with employer match $5,000 annual CME allowance plus paid licensure, DEA, and OBNDD fees $40,000 Sign On Bonus $10,000 relocation assistance Residency stipend available for qualified candidates About Ascension St. John Tulsa As part of Ascension, the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system, we carry forward a legacy of faith-based healing that began more than a century ago—focused on serving with compassion, dignity, and respect. Ascension St. John was founded in 1926 by the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother. - Beginning with a 50-bed hospital, Ascension St. John now incorporates the skills of more than 800 primary care and specialty physicians, 7,000 employees and several medical centers throughout northeastern Oklahoma. What sets us apart? Ready for any emergency Our Trauma Center is the first Level 1 American College of Surgeons-verified trauma program in northeastern Oklahoma, the highest designation a hospital can receive for trauma care. Our teams are ready 24/7 to handle the most serious and complex injuries with: 24/7 access to board-certified trauma surgeons and critical specialists Prompt access to specialists, including neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, vascular surgeons and anesthesiologists Cardiothoracic, plastic and hand surgery expertise in-house Ongoing training and education for our trauma teams to ensure best-in-class care Award winning service Ascension St. John Medical Center has been named by U.S. News & World Report as a 2025-2026 Best Regional Hospital. We ranked No. 2 in Oklahoma and were also recognized as a top performing hospital in nine different types of care, including colon cancer surgery, COPD, heart attack, hip fracture, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, pacemaker implantation, pneumonia, spinal fusion and stroke. About Tulsa Tulsa is unique in that it offers an enviable low cost of living combined with big city attractions and amenities. - From world-class parks, museums, and legendary music venues to renowned shopping districts and notable restaurants, Tulsa offers an unexpected, dynamic quality of life without the sticker shock of other cities. - We are surrounded by biking/hiking trails, nationally recognized parks, and multiple beautiful lakes within a short distance from downtown. - Highlights of note include: - Top 10 City for Live Music - #3 City in National Home Value Growth by Zillow - The Nation’s 2nd Fastest Commute Time per the U.S. Census - #1 Most Affordable City in the U.S. by Relocate America - #8 Family Spring Break Destination by About Ascension Medical Group Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, youll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth. Responsibilities: Provide medical services to patients in an assigned area. Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinate discharge planning with case management. Recommend, participate in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accept patient referrals from other physicians. Act as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participate in academic programs (eg medical education and research) as requested. Provide appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participate in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules. What minimum qualifications youll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Physician MD/DO with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required. What additional preferences youll need No additional preferences Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. 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Created: 2026-03-01