Physician Assistant

Closing Date:

10/10/2026Clinical Staff - NursingRegularShift Vary (United States of America)NoUniversity 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 $50000
• 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 theApply link/button.

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.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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HBB Cardiovascular

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The Physician Assistant (PA) located at UAMS Health Benton/Bryant assists surgeons with clinics organizing visits and independently performing clinic procedures or visits and acts as first assist in the operating room; performs rounds on post-operative patients daily and may be on call as needed.
The PA works autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients health care problems; and serves as a health care resource interdisciplinary consultant and patient advocate.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Arkansas PA License (or eligible to apply).
• Approved credentialing by date of hire.
• Meets licensure requirements for a Physician Assistant as defined by the Arkansas State Medical Board.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working as a Physician Assistant.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Daily management of critical and non-critical patients both in clinical and surgical settings.
• Responsible for managing care of patients answering telephone inquiries and filling prescriptions.
• Augments a physicians ability to provide medical services to patients.
• Performs assessments/diagnosis/treatment of actual/potential problems with patients.
• Collects and documents data conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations as well as providing direct patient care services.
• Coordinates with Ambulatory Surgery and scheduling of surgeries.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant Physical Activity: Hear Read Concentrate Think Analytically
• Frequent Physical Activity: Stand
• Occasional Physical Activity: Bend sit crawl crouch kneel stoop or reach overhead
• Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more
• Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more
• Physical Environment: Inside medical Facility
• Noise Level: Moderate
• Visual Requirements: Color discrimination Depth perception Far visual acuity; Near visual acuity
• Hazards: Biological Dust Fumes/Gases/Odors Radiation Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeProof of Veteran Status

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Criminal Background Check

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.

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