Physician - Palliative
Reported by 51 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Overview
- Location
- Oklahoma City
- SalaryDr Signal range
- $300k – $368k
- Practice
- Academic medical center · Academic health system (OU Health – Oklahoma's only comprehensive academic health system)
51 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Role summary
OU Health and the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine are seeking a Palliative Medicine clinician at the Clinical Assistant Professor level to provide inpatient and outpatient palliative care consultations while contributing to teaching, mentorship, research, and quality improvement initiatives. The role is based in Oklahoma City, OK, within an academic medical center setting serving complex and serious illness populations.
What the posting highlights
- Interdisciplinary team including physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and case managers
- Care setting: Both inpatient consultation and outpatient palliative care
- Patient population: Patients with serious and complex illnesses and their families; includes underserved and diverse populations
- Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- What physicians report
- $300k – $368k
- Pay context
- SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
- Report sample
- 51 recent physician reports · region cohort
- Compensation basis
- Estimated total compensation
This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 51 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.
Employer
OU Health (University of Oklahoma, OK)
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Academic medical center
- Facility type
- Academic health system (OU Health – Oklahoma's only comprehensive academic health system)
- Patient population
- Patients with serious and complex illnesses and their families; includes underserved and diverse populations
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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Work Design
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Both inpatient consultation and outpatient palliative care
- Coverage model
- Interdisciplinary team including physicians, APPs, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and case managers
- Admin burden
- Participation in quality improvement projects, curriculum development, and institutional initiatives; academic faculty responsibilities
- Teaching
- Yes
- Research
- Yes
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
- J-1 waiver
- No
- H-1B
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Signal
- First seen
- 3 mo ago
- Last verified
- yesterday
- Extraction confidence
- 42%
Full description
Palliative Medicine Clinician
OU Health | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Appointment: Academic Faculty Position
Position Overview
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and OU Health are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and academically driven Palliative Medicine clinician to join a growing interdisciplinary team. This Clinical Assistant Professor role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals with serious and complex illnesses while supporting their families across inpatient and outpatient settings.
The selected candidate will contribute to OU Health’s mission of advancing health equity, education, and evidence-based care, while actively participating in academic, clinical, and quality improvement initiatives within a leading academic medical center.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
• Provide comprehensive palliative care consultations in inpatient and outpatient settings at OU Health
• Conduct symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and advance care planning
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and case managers
• Support transitions of care and coordinate with hospice and community-based services
Education and Mentorship
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows within the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
• Participate in clinical teaching rounds, case conferences, and interdisciplinary education
• Contribute to curriculum development in palliative and serious illness care
Academic and Quality Initiatives
• Engage in quality improvement projects and program development
• Participate in research and scholarly activities aligned with palliative medicine
• Support institutional initiatives related to patient experience, ethical care, and serious illness communication
Qualifications
Required
• MD or DO with eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Oklahoma
• Board certification or board eligibility in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
• Demonstrated commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary settings
Preferred
• Academic experience in teaching, research, or scholarly activity
• Experience in inpatient consultation services and/or outpatient palliative care
• Interest in program development, innovation, or health equity initiatives
About OU Health and the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
OU Health is Oklahoma’s only comprehensive academic health system and serves as a major referral center for complex and serious illness care. The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine is dedicated to training the next generation of physicians while advancing research and improving the health of communities across the state.
The Palliative Medicine team is committed to:
• Delivering compassionate, evidence-based care
• Supporting patients and families through serious illness
• Expanding access to high-quality palliative services across Oklahoma
Why Join OU Health?
• Collaborative, mission-driven academic environment
• Opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership
• Strong interdisciplinary team culture
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful impact on underserved and diverse patient populations
About Oklahoma City
Oklahoma offers an exceptional balance of career opportunity, affordability, and quality of life. Oklahoma City was named the No. 1 Best Big City to Live in U.S. News and World Report’s 2025 to 2026 rankings, reflecting its strong job market, low cost of living, and growing cultural scene.
Residents enjoy short commutes, diverse neighborhoods, professional sports, outdoor recreation, and an expanding arts and culinary community. Physician compensation in Oklahoma remains highly competitive when adjusted for cost of living, making it an attractive destination for long term career growth and lifestyle balance.
Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.