Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner - University of Missouri School of Medicine : Job 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

• Monday to Friday, 8:00a - 5:00p.
• 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

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.

Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Community

Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at U.M. System Total Rewards 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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