University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - Office of Human Resources

Benefits at UAMS

The following benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation package at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Click here to review the policy regarding benefits eligibility and enrollment deadlines. Generally, faculty and staff holding a 50% appointment, working 20 hours or more per week in regular positions, are eligible for benefits.

	Medical insurance You may choose from two plans: Point of Service and Classic Managed Care. Neither plan has pre-existing condition restrictions. Each plan has four coverage levels: employee only, employee + spouse, employee + child(ren), or family. UAMS pays at least 65% of the total premium for full-time employees.
	Dental insurance Dental coverage is available for individuals and their families. Twice a year checkups and cleanings are covered in full. The plan has a $50 deductible for other services and pays up to $1,500 annual maximum benefit per person. UAMS pays half of the total premium for full-time employees.
	Retirement All benefit-eligible employees must participate in a retirement plan. University of Arkansas Optional Retirement Plan (UAORP) UAORP is the primary, default plan. It is a defined contribution plan, meaning benefits are based on contributions by you and the University and the earnings on those contributions. It is a combination 403(b) and 457(b) plan. UAMS contributes 5% for all eligible employees and makes additional matching contributions up to 10% if you personally contribute between 5 and 10%. You choose how to invest your retirement funds through our two fund sponsors, TIAA-CREF and Fidelity. Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System (APERS) In lieu of participating in the UAORP, employees can opt to participate in APERS, a defined benefit “pension” plan. You contribute 5% of your pay towards APERS and are vested after 5 years. Full retirement benefits are available after 28 years of State service. APERS is an irrevocable choice you must make within the first 30 days of your employment.
	Retiree insurance When you retire from the University of Arkansas you may be eligible to continue your medical coverage, dental coverage and a $10,000 life insurance policy.
	Tax deferred annuities Some employees are not eligible for UAMS “matching” retirement contributions. However, they are eligible to make personal contributions to a TDA.
	Life insurance You receive one times your annual salary, up to $50,000, in personal term life insurance at no cost. You may purchase additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and children.
	Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance AD&D covers accidents which cause injury or death. AD&D coverage is available in multiples of $25,000, up to $300,000.
	Long Term Disability insurance LTD insurance provides you income protection should you not be able to work for more than 6 months due to serious illness or injury. The benefit is generally 60% replacement of salary. UAMS picks up the cost of basic coverage and you can purchase additional coverage.
	Pre-tax premium conversion Reduce your taxable income by paying your Medical, Dental and Vision premiums on a pre-tax basis.
	Flexible Spending Accounts Reduce your taxable income by enrolling in a Medical FSA or a Dependent Care FSA. You predict your calendar year healthcare and daycare expenses, deduct it from your check on a pre-tax basis, then file claims to be reimbursed.
	Long Term Care Insurance Long term care insurance provides assistance if you have a chronic condition leaving you unable to care for yourself for an extended period of time.
	Home/Auto insurance Convenient payroll deduction and group discounted rates.
	Cancer/Critical illness insurance Convenient payroll deduction and group discounted rates.
	Vision Plan Lower your out-of-pocket costs when you purchase frames, lenses and contacts.
	Paid leave 11 paid holidays per year 12 to 22.5 days of annual vacation leave (depending on years of service and position) 12 days of sick leave per year Up to 12 weeks FMLA leave Up to 6 months paid Catastrophic Leave. You can donate leave to this pool for use by others at UAMS who are experiencing life threatening personal illness. Military, Education and Jury Duty CEAL - 1 day Children's Education Activities Leave per year
	UA tuition discount Great discounts for you and your family members who are students at any University of Arkansas campus. You may receive a 70-90% discount on undergrad or grad courses. Your spouse and children may receive a 40-50% discount on undergrad courses.
	Local merchant discounts Check out the local merchants that offer discounts to UAMS employees and students.
	More perks! Monthly bus passes for Central Arkansas Transit (CAT) are sold through the Treasurer’s Office located on the 1^st floor of the Hospital. Regularly $34, these passes cost $30. Cafeteria discount: show your employee ID badge for 20% discount. On-site pharmacy. Limited next-day delivery service is offered on the main campus. 686-5530. On-site UARK Federal Credit Union On-site Dental Hygiene Clinic Employee Assistance Program Fitness Center on-site (Get Healthy UAMS Program) Discounts at Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center and UALR Donaghey Student Center Gift Shop in the Hospital Ward Tower and ACRC: enjoy the convenience. Shop for seasonal items, baby and other special gifts, candy, balloons, magazine and cards. All your purchases are tax exempt and all sales go to support our clinical programs. Free gift wrapping is available. House of Delegates and Academic Senate Library privileges Ophthalmic Services: discount on most contact lenses and eye glasses through the UAMS Ophthalmology Department. Call 686-8890 for more info about contact lenses and 686-8114 about eye glasses. Unemployment insurance Workers’ Compensation insurance Vacation/theme park discounts

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
4301 W. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72205

For the Office of Human Resources & Employee Services, Call 1-501-686-5650

To Make an Medical Appointment Call the Appointments Center at: 1-501-686-8000
For Patient Information/Rooms, Call 1-501-686-6416
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For International Patient Appointments, Call 1-501-686-8071