Physician Assistant-Specialty Care -or- Nurse Practitioner-Specialty Care - Orthopaedic Surgery Team (Dual Post)

Orthopaedic Surgery

Opportunity Details

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Missouri School of Medicine is actively recruiting an experienced Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to become an integral part of our dynamic and high-performing team. We are anchored by the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute (MOI) which is the largest and most comprehensive freestanding orthopaedic center in the region.

This role will collaborate closely with clinical faculty, as well as staff, to champion the overall culture and progress of the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute and the C3 Orthopaedics Initiative (Comprehensive, Cutting Edge, Caring Culture). Together, we aim to cultivate a dynamic learning environment and foster continuous improvement, aligning with our mission.

MOI houses approximately 400 staff members and more than 30 physicians who specialize in sports medicine, pediatrics, orthopaedic oncology, general orthopaedics, hip and knee, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow, hand and wrist, spine and trauma care. The institute provides space for inpatient surgeries, outpatient procedures as well as a full-service therapy clinic. Our reputation for patient care, education and research has made us one of the fastest growing practices in the Midwest.

Position Highlights

- Operate on a full-time basis from Monday to Friday.
- This position entails no on-call responsibilities or weekend hours.
- Partner closely with a dynamic team comprising of more than 25 seasoned on-site Orthopaedic Surgeons, 9 accomplished on-site non-surgical Physicians, along with 33 APP, NC, ATC-OTC.

Requirements

- Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.
- Specialty certificate by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) in Orthopaedic Surgery preferred.
- Orthopaedic Surgery experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

- HSA/FSA, Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance options.
- Eligible for one of three core retirement plans.
- Tuition Assistance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
- For More Information Visit: https://hr.missouri.edu/benefits-and-retirement

Columbia, home of the University of Missouri and a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in Division I sports, is a dynamic college town of 110,000 residents with small-town convenience and warmth with big-city service and amenities. It has consistently been recognized by Consumer's Digest and Money Magazine as one of the top places to live in the U.S. and was listed in the book 50 Fabulous Places to Raise Your Family. Cost of living rates are noticeably lower compared to many U.S. cities.

Typically, 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. This position does not have call associated with it.

Minimum Qualifications - Physician Assistant-Specialty Care:

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

Minimum Qualifications - Nurse Practitioner-Specialty Care:

Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
Must be granted a "Document of Recognition" from the Missouri Board of Nursing.

Preferred Qualifications- Physician Assistant-Specialty Care:

Specialty certificate by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Nephrology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatrics, or Psychiatry.

Preferred Qualifications- Nurse Practitioner-Specialty Care:

Possess a specialty certificate by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), the Pediatric Certification Nursing Board (PCNB), or the National Certification Corporation (NCC).
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Salary Range: $90,251 - $120,000 Annually
Grade: PAT 012
University Title: NURSE PRACTITIONER SPECIALTY CARE
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Salary Range: $90,251 - $120,000 Annually
Grade: PAT 012
University Title: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SPECIALTY CARE
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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