Description
"Academic Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist”
Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor
Division of Cardiology – Department of Internal Medicine
The Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible clinical cardiac electrophysiologist (EP) to join our growing cardiovascular program at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. This faculty position offers an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative academic environment dedicated to excellence in patient care, clinical innovation, education, and research. The growing Division of Cardiology has 15 faculty, 12 general cardiology fellows, three interventional fellows, two more electrophysiology fellows and is supported by advanced practice providers.
The recruit will join a group of three electrophysiologists with a thriving practice in the only academic medical center in the state of Arkansas. The EP section performs state of the art procedures including pulse field ablation for atrial fibrillation, physiological pacing including His Bundle and left bundle branch pacing, VT ablation and laser device lead extraction. The EP fellowship program recruits one fellow a year and teaching is an important expectation of the position.
Position Highlights
Comprehensive clinical practice in cardiac electrophysiology
Participation in inpatient and outpatient electrophysiology services
Perform electrophysiology procedures, including:
Catheter ablation including atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia
Cardiac rhythm device implantation and management
Laser device lead extraction
Teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows
Participation in multidisciplinary cardiovascular care teams
Academic appointment commensurate with experience and scholarly accomplishments
Qualifications
MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
Completion of:
ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency
Cardiovascular Disease fellowship
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship
Board certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Arkansas
Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, teaching, clinical excellence, and/or research
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in complex ablation procedures
Interest in clinical research, outcomes research, or translational science
Record of scholarly activity and publications appropriate to academic rank
Academic Rank
Faculty rank (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) will be determined based on qualifications, experience, academic accomplishments, and institutional criteria.
Compensation and Benefits
UAMS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plans
CME allowance
Paid time off
Malpractice coverage
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Academic and professional development support
About UAMS
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas’s only academic health sciences university and the state’s premier academic medical center, serving as a statewide referral network with clinical programs and outreach services. Based in Little Rock, UAMS combines a nationally recognized teaching hospital, multidisciplinary specialty care programs, and a robust research enterprise focused on translational science, population health, digital health, and clinical innovation. Faculty benefit from a collaborative academic environment that includes multiple colleges, graduate medical education programs, and partnerships with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The institution is home to several institutes of excellence, including the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute and the Translational Research Institute, supporting extensive opportunities for clinical research and scholarly activity. Located in central Arkansas, Little Rock offers an affordable cost of living, a growing medical and biotechnology community, excellent outdoor recreation, and a family-friendly lifestyle with easy access to hiking, cycling, lakes, and the Ozark Mountains.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit:
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Names and contact information for professional references"
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Requirements
Qualifications
MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
Completion of:
ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency
Cardiovascular Disease fellowship
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship
Board certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Arkansas
Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, teaching, clinical excellence, and/or research
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in complex ablation procedures
Interest in clinical research, outcomes research, or translational science
Record of scholarly activity and publications appropriate to academic rank
