Description

Arkansas Children's, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Surgeon to join our growing team at Arkansas Children's Northwest (ACNW) in Springdale, Arkansas. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized children's health system while helping shape the future of pediatric surgical and critical care services across a rapidly expanding region.

As Arkansas Children's continues to experience unprecedented growth, we are seeking a collaborative surgeon who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, advancing academic medicine, and contributing to the development of innovative surgical programs.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Shape a Growing Regional Program
Join a highly respected team of pediatric surgeons, advanced practice providers, specialty nurses, and multidisciplinary pediatric specialists dedicated to delivering outstanding care throughout Arkansas and the surrounding region.

Expand Surgical Critical Care Services
This position offers the rare opportunity to work closely with both the Divisions of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Critical Care, helping expand surgical critical care capabilities to meet increasing patient acuity and regional demand.

Practice at the State's Premier Children's Health System
Arkansas Children's is home to:

• Arkansas' only dedicated pediatric health system
• The state's only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU
• A comprehensive Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and pediatric burn program
• Nationally accredited pediatric transport services
• Advanced surgical and emergency care programs
• More than 40 pediatric subspecialties supporting comprehensive patient care

Position Highlights

• Faculty appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
• Competitive compensation package
• Exceptional benefits, retirement, and CME support
• Relocation assistance available
• Flexible clinical scheduling with consideration for part-time interests
• Strong institutional support for program development and growth
• Collegial, mission-driven culture focused on improving child health

About Arkansas Children’s & Arkansas Children's Northwest:
Arkansas Children’s is the only healthcare system in the state solely dedicated to caring for Arkansas’ 850,000 children. The private, nonprofit 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 numerous education and outreach programs—all focused on fulfilling its promise to define, discover, and deliver unprecedented child health.

Arkansas Children’s Northwest (ACNW), located in Springdale, serves the rapidly growing Northwest Arkansas region and surrounding communities. As the region continues to experience significant growth, ACNW is expanding to meet the increasing need for specialized pediatric care. The campus currently includes an inpatient unit, which is expanding in 2026; a surgical unit with five operating rooms; outpatient clinics offering more than 20 pediatric subspecialties; diagnostic and imaging services; occupational therapy; and Northwest Arkansas’ only pediatric emergency department.

As part of ACNW’s continued growth and commitment to providing a higher level of care closer to home, the Arkansas Children’s Board has approved the expansion of Critical Care services, including the development of a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at ACNW. This expansion represents an exciting opportunity to help build and shape a growing Critical Care program while playing an integral role in advancing the level of pediatric care available throughout Northwest Arkansas and the surrounding region.

With a growing population, expanding services, and strong support from Arkansas Children’s and UAMS, ACNW offers physicians a unique opportunity to be part of building the future of pediatric healthcare in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country.

Why Northwest Arkansas?

ACNW is situated in beautiful Northwest Arkansas, one of the country’s fastest growing and most affordable areas to live. The region is home to corporations including Walmart, J.B. Hunt and Tyson. With expansive trails for hiking and biking, a world-renowned arts scene and excellent schools, Northwest Arkansas has something for everyone. 

U.S. News & World Report put Northwest Arkansas on its 2024-25 Best Places to Live. The vibrant, generous community coupled with the mission-driven team at ACNW make this location hard to beat. Experience meaningful work-life balance as part of the Arkansas Children’s team.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited General Surgery Residency
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Surgery Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery
• Commitment to academic medicine, clinical excellence, and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Interest in growing a thriving clinical practice and expanding surgical services