Interventional Radiologist Needed in Little Rock, Arkansas

Baptist Health Interventional Radiology (BHIR), a hospital employed group of 6 Interventional Radiologists, seeks a 7th IR physician. BHIR provides coverage at the main hospital in Little Rock, and two smaller hospitals within the system located in North Little Rock and Conway. The only diagnostic responsibilities are CTAs and Vascular Ultrasounds during normal business hours M-F, which are read by a dedicated FTE with minimal responsibility for procedures on that day.

Practice Details include:
* Main hospital has 4 angio suites and a dedicated CT procedure room
* North Little Rock and Conway each have their own dedicated angio suites
* Expected IR call schedule Q7 – There is no diagnostic call
* Greater than 12 weeks off in addition to a post call day off
* Pay is significantly above the national average
* No Stroke coverage is required
* 2 PAs assisting in IR procedures, 1 nurse to help with rounding at the main hospital, 1
nurse helping coordinate all other cases at the two smaller hospitals, and clinical
coordinators at two IR clinics

Common procedures include:
* PE and DVT thrombectomy
* Venous interventions
* Interventional oncology
* Vertebral augmentation
* Hepatobiliary
* Dialysis AV fistula and graft intervention
* GI/GU
* CT and US-guided intervention - biopsy, drainage, etc.
* PAD at one of the smaller hospitals, if interested

Compensation and Benefits
* Salaried compensation is significantly above the national average and NOT RVU based.
* Benefits package includes:
* Medical Malpractice Insurance
* Health Insurance
* Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
* 403 b and 457 Retirement Plans
* Vacation >12 Weeks in addition to a post call day off
* Moving Expenses

Interested candidates should submit their CVs and information to:
Phillip J. Wallace
Baptist Health
501-202-4377
phillip.wallace@baptist-health.org
or
Dana Heifner
Baptist Health
501-312-1818
dana.heifner@baptist-health.org

Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock is the largest private, not-for-profit hospital in Arkansas. The nationally recognized, faith-based hospital opened as Baptist State Hospital in November 1920 and was legally incorporated on Feb. 16, 1921. Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock has 827 licensed beds and serves as the flagship hospital of Baptist Health. It is easily accessible off Interstates 30 and 630 in the growing area of west Little Rock.

Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock’s Emergency Department is a Level II Trauma center and is staffed with the most experienced specialists.

Also located on the campus are Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute, Baptist Health Extended Care Hospital, Hickingbotham Outpatient Center, Medical Towers I, Medical Towers II, Doctors Park, the Cornerstone Medical Building and Baptist Health Eye and Surgery Center, allowing patients and providers convenient access to additional health care services.

Awards & Recognition

• Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Award
• Among an elite group of hospitals nationwide to earn an “A” patient safety rating in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades
• Recipient of The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check Mark for Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification
• Designated as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Arkansas Department of Health

For over 100 years, BAPTIST HEALTH has been delivering quality healthcare to the citizens of Arkansas. BAPTIST HEALTH is the state's most comprehensive healthcare system. With more than 200 facilities - including major medical centers, family clinics, therapy and wellness centers - BAPTIST HEALTH is committed to delivering all our best in healthcare to the people of Arkansas.

Little Rock is located in Central Arkansas and has much to offer in the way of outdoor activities as well as cultural experiences. It is easy to understand why Arkansas is called the Natural State from the many rivers, lakes, parks, hiking trails and camping sites readily available and in close proximity. Little Rock boasts the Little Rock Zoo, Arkansas Arts Center, Arkansas Symphony, and The Repertory Theater, to name a few.  Little Rock has the only downtown home to both a state capitol and a Presidential Library, and is linked on both sides of the Arkansas River by 24 miles of one of the best trail systems of parks and pedestrian bridges in the country.