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Oklahoma City, OK

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About Oklahoma City

Nurses and allied health professionals looking for the best healthcare employers in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, have numerous quality healthcare facilities to choose from in the state’s capital and largest, most populous city. As one of the nation’s eminent centers of healthcare delivery, the Oklahoma City region employs more than 123,000 professionals in the healthcare sector, per the OKC Chamber of Commerce. It currently has 36 general medical and surgical hospitals and nine specialized hospitals, including Oklahoma’s only Level 1 Trauma Center with MedFlight service.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Healthcare Statistics (BLS), Oklahoma City employed 41,790 healthcare practitioners in May 2021. Medical professionals employed in the city included 13,670 registered nurses, 1,230 nurse practitioners and 3,990 licensed practical nurses. Plus, 1,190 physical and occupational therapists, 860 respiratory therapists, 370 sonographers, 510 physician assistants, 2,050 pharmacy technicians and 2,050 clinical laboratory technologists, among various other allied health professionals.

This thriving metropolis boasts the second-lowest cost of living compared to other major metro areas, shorter commute times compared to the national average, and crisp, clean air that provides a quality of life that’s hard to beat. OKC averages less than six inches of snow yearly, which appeals to healthcare workers who don’t enjoy shoveling sidewalks between shifts. Basketball fans love that it’s home to the OKC Thunder, and nurses and other healthcare professionals with children benefit from the many award-winning schools found in the largest school district in the State of Oklahoma.

The BLS projects a 13% growth nationwide in employment in healthcare occupations between 2021 and 2031, and the employment outlook for professionals in the medical field in Oklahoma is solid. Per Vivian’s salary data, registered nurses on staff in the OKC metro enjoyed an average hourly rate of $41 in early December 2022, but some positions paid up to $53. OKC travel RNs averaged $2,346 per week, with a max of $3,726 possible. Allied health professionals earned an average of $31 and a maximum of $36 hourly in staff positions or an average of $2,308 and a maximum of $2,934 weekly in travel roles during this same period.

While healthcare wages in Oklahoma tend to be slightly less than the national average, Oklahoma City’s overall cost of living is nearly 16% lower than the national average, and housing costs are over 43% lower, so salaries go further in OKC.

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager, Hospice

Registered Nurse (RN) - Case Manager, Hospice

  • Chickasha, OK
Permanent

$70K-90K/yr

View job details for Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology

Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology

Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent
4 days ago

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

  • Oklahoma City, OK
    • Nights
Permanent
6 days ago

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent
7 days ago

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Physician Assistant - General Surgery

Physician Assistant - General Surgery

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent
7 days ago

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Physician Assistant - Critical Care/Intensive Care

Physician Assistant - Critical Care/Intensive Care

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent
7 days ago

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Physician Assistant - Critical Care/Intensive Care

Physician Assistant - Critical Care/Intensive Care

  • Oklahoma City, OK
Permanent
7 days ago

$105K-150K/yr

View job details for Physician Assistant - Pediatrics

Physician Assistant - Pediatrics

  • Oklahoma City, OK
    • Nights
Permanent

$105K-150K/yr

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Insights for permanent roles

$23-40/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Oklahoma City, OK is $31.98 per hour. This is 3% higher than the Oklahoma average of $31.15.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Featured facility

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest
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SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Midwest provides exceptional health care services to the residents of Eastern Oklahoma County and beyond, including Midwest City and surrounding communities, with a focus on cardiology, orthopedics, surgery and behavioral health. The hospital is part of SSM Health Oklahoma that includes SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, Bone & Joint Hospital at St. Anthony, St. Anthony South, St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee, SSM Health Medical Group, five SSM Health St. Anthony Healthplex locations, and six managed rural hospitals.
4.3rating(3 reviews)
Highlights
  • Vivian preferred partner
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 138 beds
  • Level 3 trauma
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The best hospitals to work at in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City VA Medical Center

921 Ne 13th St
Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Highlights

  • $23-46/hour
  • VA
  • 192 beds
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Oakwood Springs

13101 Memorial Springs Ct
Oklahoma City, OK 73114

Highlights

  • $24-37/hour
  • Psychiatric
  • 72 beds
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Oklahoma Heart Hospital South

5200 E I 240 Service Rd
Oklahoma City, OK 73135

Highlights

  • $25-49/hour
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 44 beds
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Oklahoma University Medical Center

700 Ne 13th St
Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Highlights

  • $23-40/hour
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 812 beds
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Frequently asked questions

Who are the top healthcare employers in Oklahoma City?

The top employers on Vivian Health by available jobs in Oklahoma City are Oklahoma City VA Medical Center (20 jobs), Mays Home Health (11 jobs), Oakwood Springs (8 jobs), FRESENIUS (6 jobs) and PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Oklahoma City (6 jobs).

What are the most in demand healthcare jobs in Oklahoma City?

The highest demand healthcare specialties right now according to our date are Med Surg with 76 jobs available, Intermediate Care with 71 jobs available and Stepdown with 36 jobs available.

How many hospitals are hiring in Oklahoma City?

As of Tuesday, June 6th 2023, there are 4 hospitals in Oklahoma City with open job listings according to Vivian Health's data.

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