Genetics

Welcome to the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Genetics at the University of Oklahoma Health Campus (OUHC) in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. OUHC Genetics is located in the OU Children's Hospital and we provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, testing and screening for infants, children, adolescents and family members who have, or are suspected of having, disorders of genetic, congenital, hereditary or familial origins, including birth defects, syndromes of multiple malformations, inborn errors of metabolism, or familial cancer. Cytogenetic, DNA (gene), and special biochemical testing are arranged, as necessary, after appropriate genetic counseling. Teratogen information service is available as well. Testing for specific genetic disorders can be performed by our Genetics laboratory. Amino or organic acid analysis can be performed by our Genetics Biochemical laboratory.

1. To discover new knowledge about the genetic determinants of human disease through laboratory, clinical and interdisciplinary research;
2. To educate and mentor students, trainees, other interested health professionals and the public in the science, art and medical application of genetics;
3. To apply genetics clinically to improve the health of patients, families, communities and the population; and
4. To offer state-of-the-art genetic laboratory services for patients, family members and professional colleagues.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is seeking candidates for a faculty position in Genetics. The individual will share in the diagnosis and care of pediatric and adult patients and in clinical education. We are open to faculty with a wide variety of interests and are especially in need of physicians with biochemical/metabolic training and ability. Leadership opportunities are available and applications from physician-scientists are also encouraged.

A successful applicant will be joining a team consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, genetic counselors, a genetics clinical laboratory team, and bench research investigators. The applicant is expected to be board-certified or board-eligible in medical genetics and have a commitment to patient care, research, and trainee education. The applicant will have a faculty title in the College of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma and work clinically at Oklahoma Children’s OU Health.

The division provides care through an inpatient consult service in addition to the outpatient genetics clinic. This growing division also has responsibilities and opportunities for involvement with the following domains: education (pre-professional students, residents, and other specialty fellows) and research.

As an Oklahoma Children’s employed physician, a successful applicant is offered the following:

• Highly competitive guaranteed base salary
• Productivity Incentive bonus
• Patient safety, quality, and experience incentive plan
• Competitive paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• CME and travel allowance
• A benefit package that includes but is not limited to 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan, short- and long-term disability, malpractice, life and AD&D insurance.

The Department of Pediatrics is located at the Oklahoma Children’s Hospital at OU Health, the only comprehensive academic tertiary and quaternary health care facility dedicated to the care of children in the state of Oklahoma.

Please send letter of application and curriculum vitae to:

Section of Genetics

Department of Pediatrics, OU Health Sciences Ctr.

1200 Children’s Avenue, Suite 12502

Oklahoma City, OK 73104 Or deidre.horn@ouhealth.com

The University of Oklahoma is an EO/AA Institution http://www.ou.edu/eoo/ .  Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

  
Genetics Clinic:
We are located in the
OU Children's Physician's Building
1200 Children's Avenue
5th Floor, Suite 5100
Call 572-244-0044 (for appointments)
or 405-271-8685 (for administrative office)
Fax referral requests to: 405-271-1154