Pediatric Rheumatology

Arkansas Childrens, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a full-time Pediatric Rheumatologist at the assistant / associate professor level in the Section of Pediatric Rheumatology.

Arkansas Children's is the only health care system in the state solely dedicated to caring for Arkansas' 850,000 children. The private, non-profit organization includes two pediatric hospitals with 361 licensed beds Arkansas Childrens Hospital (ACH) and Arkansas Childrens Northwest (ACNW).

The health system also is home to a pediatric research institute and USDA nutrition center, a philanthropic foundation, a nursery alliance, statewide clinics and many education and outreach programs all focused on fulfilling a promise to define and deliver unprecedented child health.

Practice is based at ACH in Little Rock

The city possesses breathtaking natural beauty thanks to its mountains, river valleys and miles of untouched woods. Annual events like the Main Street Food Truck Festival, International Greek Food

Festival, Central Arkansas Pride, Mosaic Templars Juneteenth, The Irish Cultural Society of Arkansas St. Patricks Day Parade, the World Cheese Dip Championship and Africa Day Festival highlight the cities Cultural diversity.

Little Rock is home to world-class attractions that are exciting and engaging for everyone; from the young to the young-at-heart, theres a new adventure around every corner. With more than 60 city parks, youre provided ample access to outdoor recreation and relaxation options no matter what part of the city you call home.

Opportunity Highlights :

Join the experts at Arkansas Childrens Section of Pediatric Rheumatology in providing top-notch care for kids and teens in Arkansas and beyond who are dealing with rheumatologic disorders. We do this by offering cutting-edge clinical services, educating future doctors, staying active in research and advocating for children and their families.

We provide care in various ways, from inpatient consults to outpatient services at ACH and ACNW. We also offer infusion treatments and use telehealth to connect with families across the state. The Section receives approximately 900 patient referrals a year and treats children with a vast array of rheumatic conditions. ACH and ACNW utilize Epic for their electronic medical record system.

Faculty share in clinical, education and research responsibilities of the Section. They also develop clinical translational research programs in their areas of interest or are involved in the Sections active clinical trials program in additional to quality improvement initiatives. Section faculty also participate in student, resident and fellow education, as well as in mentorship of adult rheumatology fellows and junior faculty.

Partner with our exceptional team including two faculty; one APRN; three specialty nurses and three administrative and research staff members, who value and champion wellness to create an exceptional work-life balance.

Benefits include :

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including paid parental leave
• Ranked appointment through UAMS College of Medicine, along with a robust faculty mentoring program and multiple tracks available for promotion and / or tenure
• As an employee of UAMS, you may benefit from student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• UAMS supports H-1B, J-1 Scholar and J-1 Alien Physician foreign national employees
• Enjoy living in the beautiful Natural State with lower cost of living than the national average
• Supportive environment for research and innovation, including the support of a comprehensive research institute on-site

Qualified candidates will hold a M.D. or equivalent, be board certification in Pediatrics and board eligible / board certified in Pediatric Rheumatology.

Positions are available immediately, but the start date is negotiable.

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UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.