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Featured Openings

Position General Dentist
Location Ada, Oklahoma
Position Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS)
Location Ada, Oklahoma

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Join our respected team at CNDH where dentists, assistants and specialists deliver exceptional oral health care with competitive benefits and modern facilities.

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.

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
Chickasaw Nation dental team featuring general and pediatric dentists in white coats alongside dental hygienists and assistants in black scrubs. This collaborative care environment at CNDH offers diverse career opportunities for dental professionals seeking meaningful work with advanced technology.
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Why Choose CNDH?

  • Mission driven
  • Exemplifies strong core values steeped in tradition and family
  • Collaborates among multi-disciplinary dental and medical teams
  • Appreciative patient population
  • Leads through strong community partnerships
  • Delivers care in modern, well-equipped clinics with advanced technologies
  • Remains fiscally strong to sustain projected long-term growth
  • 72-bed hospital and clinic in Ada, Oklahoma
  • Additional outpatient clinics in Ardmore, Purcell and Tishomingo, Oklahoma

About Ada, Oklahoma

Ada, Oklahoma offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and quality of life, just a convenient drive from Oklahoma City, Dallas and Tulsa. This thriving community of 17,000 (and growing) delivers the ideal balance: sophisticated health care infrastructure through partnerships with the Chickasaw Nation, while maintaining the charm and affordability of small-town living.

Our medical professionals enjoy:

  • Outstanding work-life integration with easy commutes and affordable housing
  • Excellence in education, with close proximity to local and state universities
  • Year-round outdoor adventures with easy access to nearby attractions like Turner Falls, the Arbuckle Mountains, and the Texoma Lake Recreation Areas
  • Strong economic stability 
  • Family-friendly atmosphere with top-rated schools and safe neighborhoods

The location offers unique advantages for medical professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle benefits - where reasonable cost of living meets exceptional earning potential. Whether you're starting a family or looking to establish deep community roots, Ada provides the perfect setting for your next career move.

70 Miles to Oklahoma City
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140 Miles to Dallas, Texas
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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

The Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) employs 2,000+ healthcare 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

All CNDH dentists and oral surgeons have access to a comprehensive referral system to support the comprehensive care needs of each patient.

All CNDH dentists and oral surgeons have access to a comprehensive referral system to support the comprehensive care needs of each patient.

Frecuently Asked Questions

Meet Our
Leadership
Team

Our team of experienced medical professionals is dedicated to providing expert care and advancing patient well-being. Get to know the leaders shaping our commitment to excellence in healthcare.

James Mitchell

Medical Director

A dedicated physician with over 20 years of experience in clinical leadership and patient-centered care.

Sophia Martinez

Director of Pediatrics

Passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care for children and families.

Jonathan Reynolds

Chief Medical Officer

Bringing over 18 years of experience in healthcare leadership and patient advocacy.

James Mitchell

Medical Director

A dedicated physician with over 20 years of experience in clinical leadership and patient-centered care.

Sophia Martinez

Director of Pediatrics

Passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care for children and families.

Jonathan Reynolds

Chief Medical Officer

Bringing over 18 years of experience in healthcare leadership and patient advocacy.

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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.