UAMS Kids First Clinic Director - Fort Smith

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Closing Date:

08/29/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Services

Job Type:

RegularNo

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

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 the Apply link/button.

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Department:

COM | Peds Kids First Clinics

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

This position is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas

The Kids First Clinic Director is responsible for the daily operations of a UAMS Kids First site in accordance with the Kids First model, core values, and mission.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in early childhood, child development, or a related field from accredited college or university plus four (4) years of experience managing infant and toddler programs and/or directly supervising the work of others.

• CDA credential or Birth-PreK Credential, preferred.

• Excellent communication skills with children and adults.

• Must have valid Driver's License.

Additional Information:

• Continually monitors all aspects of clinic operations to ensure they meet program standards including, but not limited to: enrollment, facilities, curriculum, intake, transition, clinical services, and family centered care.  

• Handles problems and seeks solutions in collaboration with program leadership when problems arise.

• Supports the UAMS mission as a liaison with the community and its medical, educational, and civic components.  

• Develops annual plan for community involvement, outreach, patient recruitment, and contact with referral sources.

• Ensures expenditures are within established clinic budget.  

• Makes recommendations for annual budget.  Within authorized limits controls purchases, approves payments, assures accountability.

• Recruits, interviews, and makes hiring recommendations for staff. Sets clear performance expectations based on program model, evaluates, monitors, and manages performance of staff; including productivity.

• Ensures staff competence through verification of licensure, skills validation, and ongoing education.

• Communicates and collaborates with Kids First Leadership Team, other clinic directors, stakeholders, and public.

• Models UAMS core values and Kids First Guiding Principles in all aspects of role.

• Demonstrates positive concern for parents and families served.  

• Supports staff in establishing good relations with parents/families.  

• Maintains sensitivity and open communication with parents and family members, in compliance with principles of Family Centered Care.  

• Ensures clinic provides opportunities for family engagement, education, and involvement in their child’s care.

• Anticipates problems and works to resolve differences through active listening, open communication and appropriate problem-solving skills.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Proof of Veteran Status, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, FBI Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Standing

Benefits Eligible:

Yes