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We Are QUALITY

The Chickasaw Nation is one of Oklahoma’s largest employers with nearly 14,000 employees. The Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) employs more than 2,000 nutrition and health care professionals working at state-of-the-art facilities in Ada, Ardmore, Purcell and Tishomingo. A large health complex project is underway to build an expansive medical facility with inpatient care, emergency department and surgical services near the Oklahoma City metro area.

 

 

The Chickasaw
Nation is:

A strong culture steeped in our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. A diverse economic portfolio generates funds to support a variety of quality programs and services in the areas of education, health care, youth, aging, housing and more which directly benefit Chickasaws, First Americans and our communities.

Our culture and mission are focused on offering the best in holistic patient care. Learn more at ChickasawNationHealth.net.

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Consider a career with us.

Competitive Employment
Benefits

  • Four or five-day work weeks
  • Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) malpractice coverage provided
  • Relocation assistance
  • Competitive salary plus annual bonus opportunity
  • Medical education loan repayment options
  • Comprehensive benefits package: medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k) match, continuing medical education (CME) time off with allowance
  • Observance of all federal holidays
  • Reimbursement for medical license renewals and cost of board certification
  • Dedicated support staff

Consider a career with us.

Competitive Employment
Benefits

  • Four or five-day work weeks
  • FTCA (Tort Law) malpractice coverage provided
  • Relocation assistance
  • Competitive salary plus annual bonus opportunity
  • Medical education loan repayment options
  • Comprehensive benefits package: medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k) match, CME time off with allowance
  • Observance of all federal holidays
  • Reimbursement for medical license renewals and cost of board certification Dedicated support staff
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Our Hospitals
and Clinics

Chickasaw Nation health facility in Ada, Oklahoma, featuring a dramatic angular overhang roof, stone facade, and vibrant landscaping with colorful flower beds. Modern design with glass doors welcomes patients.

Ada

Chickasaw Nation Department of Health facility in Ardmore, Oklahoma, with angular metal roof design and stone exterior. Main entrance includes American and tribal flags amid mature landscaping.

Ardmore

CNDH employs 2,000+ health care professionals across state-of-the-art facilities in Ada, Ardmore, Purcell and Tishomingo, Oklahoma. A new expansive medical complex near Oklahoma City is under development, offering additional professional growth opportunities.

Chickasaw Nation health clinic in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, showcasing contemporary architecture with white support beams, glass panels, and stone accents. Features modern canopy entrance and geometric design.

Tishomingo

Aerial view of Chickasaw Nation healthcare complex in Purcell, Oklahoma. Features distinctive red metal roofs, covered entrances, and multiple connected buildings across a well-maintained campus.

Purcell

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Awards and Recognition

  • "Spotlight Hospital Gold Level Award" (2024) from OPQIC for excellence in maternal-infant care outcomes
  • “Meritorious” status (2024) from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program for outstanding quality outcomes in 2023 
  • Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award recipient (2024) for health care performance excellence, ranking in the nation's top 10% for patient satisfaction and workforce retention.
  • Rated one of America's Best-in-State Hospitals by Newsweek (2024)
  • Environmental Excellence Award from Stryker's Sustainability Solutions (2024) for healthcare sustainability leadership through single-use device reprocessing.
  • Five-star rating from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings (2022). (Top 500/16% of U.S. hospitals)
  • “Leadership in Excellence” Award (2021) recognized by the Oklahoma Quality Foundation
  • Baby-Friendly accredited
American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award logo featuring a stylized black geometric design of intersecting shapes with a white star in the center, accompanied by the award name in black text. A header banner for 'America's Best-In-State Hospitals 2024' by Newsweek, powered by Statista. The design includes red stars on the left side and features a white and red color scheme with black text. Logo for 'Working Healthy Hospitals' program by TSET (Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust) in green and blue colors, featuring text 'Helping Hospitals Improve Employee Health' and 'Better Lives Through Better Health Award' Baby-Friendly designation award logo featuring a purple square background with a black silhouette of a baby and text reading 'Proud to be Baby-Friendly Designated,' representing official Baby-Friendly accreditation status. The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® featuring a circular gold seal with text 'Joint Commission National Quality Approval' signifying accreditation for healthcare quality standards. Oklahoma Quality Foundation's Leadership in Excellence Award logo, signifying recognition for organizational performance excellence and quality achievement in Oklahoma. The letters OPQIC representing the oklahoma perinatal quality improvement collaborative laying over a shadow of the state of oklahoma

Take the First Step in Starting a Career with CNDH

Join the CNDH talent network to connect with a dedicated recruiter and receive personalized job recommendations tailored to your career interests.