University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (North Central) Program

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Batesville, ARLast Updated: 8/20/2026

Average PGY-1 Educational Environment

Structured Didactic Activities
5 Hours
Hospital Outpatient
35%
Non-Hospital Ambulatory Care
21%

Employment Policies & Benefits

Free parking
On-call meal allowance

Educational Benefits

Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
Yes
Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
Yes
Off-campus electives
Yes
Hospice/home care experience
Yes
Research rotation
Not available

Tracks & Educational Features

Primary care track
Yes
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
Yes

Evaluations

Aggregate resident Milestone achievements
Yes
Graduates board certification pass rates
No
Performance-based assessment scores (e.g. OSCE, patient or computer simulations)
Yes
Patient surveys
No
Portfolio system
No
Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE)
Yes

Medical Insurance Coverage

Salary Compensation

$63K-$68K

Year 1 through Year 3

Year 1
$63,396
Year 2
$65,791
Year 3
$67,886

Salary paid by a non-profit institution.

Vacation & Sick Days

Residents receive 21 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.

Vacation Days21
Sick Days12