Orthopaedic Healthcare Assistant (Temporary Clerical – Part Time)

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO, US
Posted Mar 20, 2026

Hiring Department

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  • Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Job Description

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  • 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:

    1\. Commitment and Passion

    2\. Transparency

    3\. Initiative for Action

    4\. Ownership/Accountability

    5\. Positive Energy/Inspire Others

    6\. Delegation and Empowerment

    7\. Teamwork focus

    8\. Creativity and Innovation

    9\. Strategic Planning

    10\. Problem Solving

    Position overview:

  • Assist with administrative responsibilities including: communication management, scheduling and calendar management, document handling and data entry, office logistics and inventory management, workforce operation supports
  • Build and grow credibility, relationships and understanding of department service lines to ensure optimal clinical support
  • Assist with the strategies of supporting the assigned units team to ensure long\-term success
  • Shift

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  • Hours vary dependent up department need and academic schedule.

    Hours of operations are 8am\-5pm M\-F

    Minimum Qualifications

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  • 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

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  • Salary Range: $15\.00 \- $17\.50 hourly

    University Title: TEMPORARY CLERICAL

    Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

    Application Materials

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  • In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume/CV.

    Benefit Eligibility

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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 at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573\-884\-7278\.

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