Assistant Professor - Rheumatology

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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• M.D. or equivalent required.

• Completion of an Internal Medicine residency is required, and a fellowship, if applicable.

Responsibilities:

• Provide coordination, continuity, and consistency in patient care activities.

• Deliver direct patient care in accordance with departmental, divisional, and organizational standards.

• Participate in medical education through didactic instruction, bedside teaching, and clinical educational experiences.

• Engage in research collaborations and scholarly activities that advance clinical medicine and improve health outcomes.

• Promote academic excellence and support the health and wellness of Arkansans through clinical, educational, and research initiatives.

• Contribute to translational research opportunities and provide instruction within assigned specialty areas.

• Maintain expertise and specialized knowledge within the applicable discipline, department, or division.

• Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, trainees, healthcare professionals, and external partners across the organization and community.

• Serve in additional leadership or mentorship roles as assigned, which may include fellowship director, division director, service line leadership, resident preceptor, or mentor responsibilities.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with professionals at all organizational levels, as well as with community, industry, and state and federal government partners.

• Perform other duties as assigned based on position, discipline, and division needs.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.