Assistant Administrator, Patient Care

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Closing Date:

11/08/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Clinical Support

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University 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 $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

COM Peds CORE Practice Management

Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Administrator for Patient Care serves as an integral member of the Arkansas Children’s Triad Leadership team, partnering closely with Section/Service Chiefs and Arkansas Children’s leadership to advance the shared missions of UAMS and Arkansas Children’s.

This is a highly collaborative leadership role for someone who enjoys bringing people, operations, strategy, and data together to improve how care is delivered. The Assistant Administrator helps establish strategic direction for assigned sections while supporting patient- and family-centered care, research, education, and operational initiatives.

About the Role
In this role, you will oversee key administrative, financial, and operational functions for assigned sections while serving as a primary connection to centralized UAMS resources, including Human Resources, Payroll, IT, Facilities, Research Administration, and General Counsel.
You will work closely with clinical and administrative leaders to strengthen provider operations, maximize patient access and provider productivity, support workforce planning and recruitment, and ensure teams have the information and resources needed to succeed.

This position is perfect for someone who is:
A collaborative and strategic leader who can see the big picture wh…