Physician - Urologist | At SSM Health, we exist solely to heal our communities

Launch and Lead a Growing Urology Program | New Da Vinci Robot | Shawnee, Oklahoma

Join SSM Health at a transformational time for urologic care in Shawnee, OK. With the implementation of the Da Vinci Surgical System in 2026, this physician will have the opportunity to help grow and shape a regional urology program while building a high-volume practice supported by an established referral network and a collaborative medical staff.

Step into a market with significant unmet demand for urologic services and the opportunity to build a busy practice from day one. Patients throughout Shawnee and surrounding communities are seeking increased access to urologic care, creating immediate practice growth potential.

This position offers a rare combination of autonomy and support. The incoming physician will have the opportunity to shape the growth of urology services in Shawnee while benefiting from dedicated OR access, emerging robotic capabilities, an established referral network, and the resources of SSM Health.

Backed by SSM Health's mission-driven culture, physicians enjoy the resources of a nationally recognized health system while maintaining the relationships and community impact often found in independent practice.

Ideal candidates will be fellowship-trained in urology, board-certified or board-eligible, and dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care for Oklahomans. We welcome candidates seeking J-1 waivers or support.

Practice Highlights

• Newly implemented Da Vinci Surgical System
• Dedicated block OR time
• Dedicated cystoscopy procedure space
• Established referral base throughout central and eastern Oklahoma
• Opportunity to develop robotic and minimally invasive services
• Ability to influence program growth and future recruitment
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supported by experienced OR, anesthesia, and specialty teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary for 24 months
• Competitive signing bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice and tail coverage
• Excellent retirement plans
• $5,000 annual CME/business expense allowance
• Generous paid time off and CME time
• PSLF eligible

Why Shawnee, OK & SSM Health?

• Live on acreage, in a golf community, or on a lakeall within minutes of work
• Housing costs significantly below most Oklahoma City suburbs
• Easy 35-minute commute to Oklahoma City
• Close access to OU athletics, professional sports, dining, and entertainment
• Strong physician visibility and community impact
• Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships

Travel and access are easy, with Will Rogers World Airport less than 45 minutes away and proximity to major interstates (I-35, I-40, I-44).

At SSM Health, you'll join a mission-driven organization focused on compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, community-centered environment. Shawnee's affordability, accessibility, and growing amenities create an ideal setting to build a rewarding career and balanced lifestyle.

About SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee:

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee has been serving the health needs of Pottawatomie County and surrounding areas for more than 50 years, offering a wide range of services in state-of-the art facility with physicians and staff who are dedicated to providing exceptional health care consistent with our Mission. For 2026, the Chartis Center for Rural Health has named SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee one of the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals.

About SSM Health

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It’s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.