Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiac Electrophysiology, Academic Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist

Job Description

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Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor

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Division of Cardiology Department of Internal Medicine

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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. 

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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.

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Position Highlights

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• Comprehensive clinical practice in cardiac electrophysiology
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• Participation in inpatient and outpatient electrophysiology services
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• Perform electrophysiology procedures, including:
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• Catheter ablation including atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia
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• Cardiac rhythm device implantation and management
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• Laser device lead extraction
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• Teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows
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• Participation in multidisciplinary cardiovascular care teams
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• Academic appointment commensurate with experience and scholarly accomplishments
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Qualifications

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• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
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• Completion of:
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• ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency
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• Cardiovascular Disease fellowship
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• Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship
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• Board certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Arkansas
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• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, teaching, clinical excellence, and/or research
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience in complex ablation procedures
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• Interest in clinical research, outcomes research, or translational science
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• Record of scholarly activity and publications appropriate to academic rank
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Academic Rank

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Faculty rank (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) will be determined based on qualifications, experience, academic accomplishments, and institutional criteria.

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Compensation and Benefits

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UAMS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:

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• Health, dental, and vision insurance
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• Retirement plans
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• CME allowance
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• Paid time off
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• Malpractice coverage
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• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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• Academic and professional development support
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About UAMS

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansass only academic health sciences university and the states 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.

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Application Instructions

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Interested candidates should submit:

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• Curriculum vitae
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• Cover letter
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• Names and contact information for professional references"
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• Apply to our internal career link listed below:\n
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    -Rock/Assistant-Professor--- Cardiology_R0086108

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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 Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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