Orthopedics Physician Assistant

Orthopaedic Healthcare Assistant

The School of Medicine - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a highly motivated, engaged, and committed Orthopaedic Healthcare Assistant who is interested in joining a fast-paced, highly productive team.

Our Orthopaedic service talent teams include: Attending Physicians, Fellow/Resident Physicians, Extender Practitioners, Nurses, ATC/OTCs, Clinical Administrative Coordinators, Research Faculty, Research Technical Teams, and Students. Our clinicians have clinical locations in Columbia, Jefferson City, Boonville, and Springfield. The ideal candidate will play an instrumental role in the success of sustaining our department's mission: advance the clinical, research and teaching components of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Missouri.

This position will partner with departmental staff to support the overall culture and advancement of the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute and C3 Orthopaedics Initiative (Comprehensive, Cutting Edge, Caring Culture), which fosters a fast learning and continuously improving organization to further our mission.

We are looking for someone with the following leadership qualities which are needed in our growing, fast-paced work environment:

• Commitment and Passion
• Transparency
• Initiative for Action
• Ownership/Accountability
• Positive Energy/Inspire Others
• Delegation and Empowerment
• Teamwork focus
• Creativity and Innovation
• Strategic Planning
• Problem Solving

Job Description

• Build and grow credibility, relationships and understanding of department service lines to ensure optimal clinical support
• Assist with the strategies of supporting the assigned service line team to ensure long-term success
• Assist with clinical responsibilities including processing mail/faxes/scanning, completing patient paperwork requests, and keeping office supplies stocked
• Call patients to relay or acquire information and cover office phones as needed
• Assist with surgery processes
• Assist with clinical operations related to scheduling patients, processing medical records, and other various medical forms
• Assist with electronic storage by scanning pertinent documents
• Assist with incoming and outgoing referrals
• Assist with various projects ranging from type and complexity
• Update student and service line protocols as needed

This position would be a great fit for someone pursuing a career in healthcare.

Shift

Hours vary dependent on department need and academic schedule. Hours of operations are 8am-5pm M-F.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is required.
• Candidates should demonstrate an interest in pursuing a healthcare-related career.

Anticipated Hiring Range

• Salary Range: $15 hourly
• Grade: GGS - MKT
• University Title: Temporary Clerical

Benefits

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non-benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.