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Arkansas Children's is the only health care system in the state solely dedicated to caring for Arkansas' 850,000 children. The private, non-profit organization includes two pediatric hospitals with 361 licensed beds, a pediatric research institute and USDA nutrition center, a philanthropic foundation, a nursery alliance, statewide clinics and many education and outreach programs — all focused on fulfilling a promise to define, discover and deliver unprecedented child health. Arkansas Children’s is undergoing a system-wide expansion to expand bed capacity, transform inpatient and outpatient surgical approaches, redesign clinical spaces for multispecialty care and create accessible campus experiences.

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Expanding Pediatric Excellence

Learn how we're growing to meet the needs of more children and families.

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Innovative Research & Clinical Trials

Engage in cutting-edge pediatric research and clinical trials.

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Always Raising the Bar in Pediatric Care

Our commitment to setting new standards in pediatric care.

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The medical staff at Arkansas Children's provides comprehensive pediatric primary and specialty service. Arkansas Children's is proud of its strong affiliation with the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences (UAMS) and the Arkansas Children's Medical Group (ACMG), which employ physicians who practice at Arkansas Children's facilities located in Little Rock, Rogers, Springdale, Pine Bluff and Jonesboro. 

The UAMS College of Medicine offers educational opportunities for medical students, residents, fellows, and visiting scientists and clinicians from the United States and around the world.

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Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking board-certified or board-eligible allergist and immunologist. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking board-certified or board-eligible pediatric gastroenterologist, including focused tracts for clinicians, educators and physician scientists. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s Northwest, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking board-certified or board-eligible pediatric gastroenterologist. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric surgeon at the assistant or associate professor level to be based in Little Rock. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric surgeon at the assistant or associate professor level. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s Northwest, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking board-certified or board-eligible pediatric hematology/oncology physicians. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking to hire a full-time, pediatric infectious diseases clinical educator or physician-scientist at the ranks of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric nephrologist. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking to hire a full-time, pediatric neurologist. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking pediatric anesthesiologists. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s Northwest, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking board-certified or board-eligible pediatric pulmonology physicians. Learn More
Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric rheumatologist. Learn More
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Common Questions

There are employee childcare options available based on employment and locations. Please contact a recruiter for more information.
Yes, employers offer a retirement contribution match.

Arkansas Children’s values mentorship opportunities that are integral to fostering professional growth and strengthening clinical excellence. These opportunities empower team members to collaborate, learn and deliver the highest quality care to every child and family we serve. Mentorship opportunities vary based on employment and location. Please contact a recruiter for more information.  

Arkansas Children's is committed to research and accelerating pediatric medicine in every specialty. Research conducted at Arkansas Children’s in collaboration with ACRI, ACNC, NCOR, and/or UAMS is housed at the Arkansas Children’s Research Institute and Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center, providing opportunities for strong collaborative teams and grant applications. Learn more here.

For more information regarding CME-accredited activities, please contact a recruiter.

The system uses EPIC EMR. 
We offer a wide range of excellent benefits including excellent health care and retirement options, on-site daycare and moving allowances. These benefits can differ based on the position and other factors. Please contact a recruiter for a comprehensive list of benefits available to you.

Yes, through UAMS, pediatric fellowship programs provide excellent educational, clinical and research opportunities for pediatric physicians. Fellowship opportunity includes: 

  • Earn a graduate certificate in clinical and translational sciences while completing the fellowship 
  • Participate in annual fellows research forum 
  • Apply for internal grants (CUMG, etc.) 
  • Participate in a combined educational curriculum on topics related to research, education and career development