Resident Physician-UAMS Southwest Texarkana

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Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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.

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Department:

NWA | GME Regional Centers

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

*This requisition is for those who were matched to a residency program at UAMS in 2025*

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine (COM) provides training, in association and cooperation with its affiliated participating institutions, in Graduate Medical Education programs that meet the standards established by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and its Review Committees. Requirements for training are outlined through ACGME Institutional and program requirements to include eligibility, core competencies, levels of supervision, etc. Additionally, Residents must follow UAMS and UAMS COM policies and procedures. Residency responsibilities are outlined in the Resident/Fellow Agreement of Appointment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.D. D.O. or MBBS required.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Program Director (or designee) and supervision by attending physicians, assume responsibilities for the safe, effective and compassionate care of all assigned patients, consistent with the trainee’s level of education and experience.

• Participate fully in the educational and scholarly activities of the residency program and, as required, assume responsibility for teaching and supervising other trainees, medical students and other ancillary health students.

• Develop and participate in a personal program of self-study and professional growth with guidance from the teaching staff.

• Participate in institutional programs, committees, councils, and activities involving the medical staff as assigned by the program director, and adhere to the established policies, procedures and practices (to include standards of behavior) of UAMS and its participating sites.

• Participate in the evaluation of the program and its faculty.

• Develop an understanding of ethical, socio-economic, and medical-legal issues that affect the practice of medicine.

• Participate in educational experiences required to achieve competence in patient care, medical knowledge, practice‐based learning improvement, interpersonal and communications skills, professionalism, and systems-based practice.

• Keep charts, records, and reports up-to-date and signed at all times and complete medical records according to the rules and regulations of the participating hospital.

• Demonstrate responsibility for the management of their time before, during, and after clinical assignments.

• Adhere to Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) institutional and program requirements including the accurate reporting of clinical learning and educational work hours.

• Complete all steps in the electronic on-boarding checklist and any additional written or electronic documentation required to complete the appointment process within the designated timeframe.

• Decline anything of monetary value from patients or industry without verification of its appropriateness with UAMS Administrative Guide policies.

• Conduct himself/herself in accordance with the laws and regulations that apply to compliance matters and to report any information of possible wrongdoings, errors, or violations of the law through the appropriate reporting mechanism.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeCurriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes