Emergency Medicine Physician 

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine Physician to join our practice. 

This position provides an opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered emergency care in a collaborative clinical environment. The physician will care for a broad spectrum of acute conditions while working alongside a multidisciplinary team. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, efficiency, and teamwork, with opportunities to engage in teaching and academic activities as desired. 

Opportunities:  

• Community Practice 
• Toxicology 
• Academic 
• Clinician Scientist

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent 
• Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or ABOEM) 
• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice medicine in the state of Arkansas
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in emergency medicine practice 
• Strong clinical decision-making and procedural skills 
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities 
• Interest in teaching or mentoring medical students and residents (optional)
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient safety 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages 
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries 
• Perform emergency procedures consistent with scope of practice 
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient and effective patient care 
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation 
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives 
• Support departmental goals related to patient experience, throughput, and clinical excellence
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to ongoing operational improvements 

  
UAMS is an urban teaching hospital, comprehensive stroke center, ECMO center, and Level 1 Trauma Center located in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas. Our emergency department includes a residency training program, a 16-bed clinical observation unit, an active ultrasound division, and a successful research division. A full range of subspecialty services supports the 65,000+ patients seen annually. 

UAMS offers a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that fosters teamwork and diversity. We are committed to being a collaborative healthcare organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. 
  
Why Join UAMS? 

Join a growing and supportive academic faculty dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals while contributing to the development of future emergency physicians. UAMS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package consistent with a public university. 

Benefits and Perks

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for qualifying staff and family 
• Leave: Sick Leave 
• Education: Discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) 
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS 
• Career Development: Training and educational opportunities
•  Discounts: Merchant discounts 
• Convenience: Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

 
To apply for this position, please visit the UAMS Career Opportunities Website. For more information, contact Dr. Ashley Norse, Chair of Emergency Medicine, at ANorse@UAMS.edu , or Crystal Amelia Sparks, Clinical Program Director, at csparks@uams.edu .