Description
Arkansas Children's, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Surgeon to join our growing team at Arkansas Children's Northwest (ACNW) in Springdale, Arkansas. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized children's health system while helping shape the future of pediatric surgical and critical care services across a rapidly expanding region.
As Arkansas Children's continues to experience unprecedented growth, we are seeking a collaborative surgeon who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, advancing academic medicine, and contributing to the development of innovative surgical programs.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Shape a Growing Regional Program
Join a highly respected team of pediatric surgeons, advanced practice providers, specialty nurses, and multidisciplinary pediatric specialists dedicated to delivering outstanding care throughout Arkansas and the surrounding region.
Expand Surgical Critical Care Services
This position offers the rare opportunity to work closely with both the Divisions of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Critical Care, helping expand surgical critical care capabilities to meet increasing patient acuity and regional demand.
Practice at the State's Premier Children's Health System
Arkansas Children's is home to:
- Arkansas' only dedicated pediatric health system
- The state's only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU
- A comprehensive Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and pediatric burn program
- Nationally accredited pediatric transport services
- Advanced surgical and emergency care programs
- More than 40 pediatric subspecialties supporting comprehensive patient care
Position Highlights
- Faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
- Competitive compensation package
- Exceptional benefits, retirement, and CME support
- Relocation assistance available
- Flexible clinical scheduling with consideration for part-time interests
- Strong institutional support for program development and growth
- Collegial, mission-driven culture focused on improving child health
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited General Surgery Residency
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Surgery Fellowship
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery
- Commitment to academic medicine, clinical excellence, and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Interest in growing a thriving clinical practice and expanding surgical services
