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Credentialing Coordinator – Office of Integrated Credentialing – Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The Credentialing Coordinator is responsible for assuring that the credentialing of practitioners is conducted in accordance with the Office of Integrated Credentialing/client policies and procedures, entity bylaws/credentialing plan, regulatory agencies, and accrediting bodies. The Credentialing Coordinator performs quality control audits and coordinates the preparation of completed practitioner files, maintains accurate records regarding the processing status of each practitioner, and flags potentially adverse information. The Credentialing Coordinator is responsible for assuring all activities are conducted as scheduled and per departmental standards.Essential Duties:Processes initial credentialing and reappointment applications, reviews for completeness, verifies information through appropriate resources, and processes the applications to Integrated Credentials Committee, as applicable, in a timely manner and as defined in Credentialing Policies and the Medical Staff Bylaws/relevant Credentialing Plan.Review all returned application materials for appropriateness and completeness, insure that documentation of all training and experience for requested privileges is provided and maintain an on-going dialogue with the applicant and other interested parties to assure that applicants are credentialed by their start/reappointment date.Follow up with client Medical Staff Offices, Departments, clients, practitioners and other respondents regarding incomplete/missing information on documents received according to OIC procedures.Maintains paper/electronic credentials files, clinical privilege forms (as assigned) and practitioner databases to insure information contained is accurate and current. Effectively utilizes all software systems to perform essential job functions, adhering to established data entry conventions.Perform electronic, written and telephonic queries to agencies providing primary source information regarding malpractice claims, licenses, certifications, training and affiliations. Assess content of responses to determine any follow up required.Processes reappointment/credentialing applications including gathering OPPE and other quality data, verification of all required elements in accordance with Credentialing Policies and Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and relevant Credentialing Plan and submitting to appropriate Department Chairs/Chief/designees and committees for review.Monitor receipt of credentialing information and insure that second and third requests are sent within the defined time frame.Review all application documents and responses for appropriateness and completeness, insure that documentation of all training and experience for requested privileges is providedEvaluate the completeness and integrity of initial applicant, reappointment applicant, and annual evaluation files, and determine when all necessary verificatons and required documents have been completed and are present for appropriate chair/chief/designee and committee review.Work closely with the supervisor in identification of reappointment names and datesIndependently make decisions regarding whether information meets OIC, TJC, NCQA, DNV, Title 22, and CMS and relevant bylaws/Credentialing Plan requirements related to content, completeness and timeliness.Ensures maximum confidentiality, accuracy, security, and appropriate access of all data and records, and provides maximum protection from discoverability of all information.Responsible for obtaining approval signatures on applications and delineation of privileges forms prior to presentation at relevant Integrated Credentials Committee, as applicablePrepare completed, accurate practitioner credentials files for delivery to clients.Participates in facility/credentialing preparation for site visits and licensing/accreditation surveysParticipate in preparation for and support of internal and external audits of OIC processed filesInform the supervisor of quality and practitioner credentialing issues of concern on a regular and timely basis. Flags potentially adverse information through analysis of application and verifications for competency/care concerns and brings forward to supervisor’s attention.EXPIRABLES MANAGEMENT, as required. Responsible for managing the expiring documents process prior to updating the provider database. Verifies current license, malpractice insurance, DEA, board certification, and other applicable certifications, as required. Contact practitioner prior to expiration of doucments, notified department coordinator/administrator and/or facilities of pending expiriations Process includes accurate data entry and image scanning. Sends notifications of provider expired credentials to OIC supervisor, medical staff clients, hospital departments, provider’s department coordinatore, provider’s chair/chiefONGOING MONITORING, as required Reviews all applicable State Licensing Board Reports (all boards for which we have credentialed providers) monthly to determine whether any unfavorable actions were taken, including but not limited to Medical Board of CA, Osteopathic Medical Board, Dental Board of CA, Board of Registered Nursing, Board of Pharmacy, Clinical Psychology, Physical Therapy Board, Occupational Therapy Board, etc. Notifies supervisor of any Red Flag reports identified. Prints hard copies of Red Flag Information. Maintains electronic and/or paper copies of State Licensing Board Reports each month for future review and reference. Reviews OIG, EPLS and Palmetto reports on a monthly basis and maintains copies of the reports for future review and reference. Notifies supervisor of any Red Flag reports.INITIAL APPLICATION AND REAPPOINTMENT APPLICATION DISSEMINATION, as required Processes requests for initial applications from clinical departments. Sends out reappointment application packets 6 months in advance of reappointment date.OTHER, as required Answer all incoming calls in a timely manner, provides courteous and professional phone support Office Maintenance – Orders and maintains office supplies; coordinates care and maintenance of departmental space and equipment. Stores old files, scans, and destroys confidential documents according to departmental policies. Provides and maintains a file system that allows for easy retrieval of information. Works collaboratively in dissemination of provider data across the enterprise and externally as needed, including, but not limited to: IT, Quality & Outcomes, Compliance, Pharmacy, Call Center, HIM etc. Meeting Scheduling – Coordinates meeting dates and times with all participants. Arranges for conference rooms or other meeting locations, audio-visual equipment, or catering services as needed.Completion of User Provisioning forms that are forwarded to IT for USC Care approved initial applicants, as applicable.Attends and participates in new practitioner/resident orientation events with OIC supervisor, as requested.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Knowledge of Joint Commission, DNV, AAHC, and NCQA standards, Title 22, and CMS regulations pertaining to the organized medical staff, preferredReq Knowledge of medical staff principles, practices, quality assessment, performance improvement functions, and legal concepts related to the organized medical staff, preferredPreferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s degree Degree in related fieldPref 5 years Five years’ experience as a credentialing professional preferredPref Experience in medical group credentialing/provider enrollment.Pref Hospital or multi-entity credentialing experience.Pref Certified Professional in Medical Services Management (NAMSS) Valid CPMSM or CPCS certification by the National Association of Medical Staff Services strongly preferredRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 – $45.20. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

EVS Worker – Environmental Services – Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

To maintain a clean, attractive, and safe hospital environment for patients, staff, and visitors through a systematic application of cleaning procedures.Essential Duties:Maintains established orderliness, cleaning, and safety standards set by the department.Complies with proper patient room cleaning policies.Properly dispose of: • Trash • Empty Container • Packing Boxes • Biohazard / Medical Waste • HIPAA Information • Biohazard • Pharmaceutical • Batteries • And any other hospital-generated wastePractices Infection Control Standards/RequirementsScrubs, refinishes, burnishes, and cleans carpets/chairs in public, ancillary, patient, surgical, and office areas of the facilityDusts, mops, and cleans public, ancillary, patient, surgical, and office areas of the facilityCompletes high and low dusting on vertical and horizontal surfaces following departmental proceduresObserves and reports items and equipment in need of repair to appropriate person.Cleans and disinfects all fixtures in public, ancillary, patient, surgical, and office areas of the facilityAccording to Department policy cleans, disinfects, and replenish supplies in restrooms in both public and patient areasRemoves and replaces sharps containers, pharmaceutical, and biohazardous containers according to hospital policyResponsible for documenting performed tasksDemonstrates behavior that supports the USC University Hospital missionAttends required Orientation and Training SeminarsDemonstrates respect and positive interpersonal skills with patients, clients, the public, managers, co-workers – a team playerAny additional duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req 6 – 12 months Customer Service experience in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment ORReq 6 – 12 months Healthcare Housekeeping, Hotel, or Hospitality experienceReq Ability to read and write Basic English.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Req Able to function independently and as a member of a team.Preferred Qualifications:Pref High school or equivalentRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $17.00 – $28.92. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

OR-RN Supervisor – Pre/Post Op – Full Time 12 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt)(Non-Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The Supervisor possesses recognized leadership and sound clinical skills and will actively assist the Clinical Director of Perioperative Services and the Business Director of Perioperative Services in coordinating clinical related activities. The Supervisor supervises staff in an effective and efficient manner. This position handles disciplinary actions for staff and supervises the Clinical Coordinator with staff schedules and the logistics of the operating arena.The Pre/PACU Supervisor is a leader with sound clinical skills and actively assists the Clinical Director/Manager of Perioperative Services in coordinating both clinical and operational duties. The Pre/PACU Supervisor supervises Pre-op and PACU staff and Clinical Coordinators in an effective and efficient manner. This includes creating staff schedules, contributing toward department goals, and participating in necessary disciplinary actions for staff and supporting logistics of the operating arena.Essential Duties:Coordinates and integrates various clinical resource management activities on intradepartmental,Interdepartmental and hospital wide levels.Hands on supervisor. Works inside the red line.Assists surgeons with satisfaction of equipment, supplies and staff.Establishes and maintains performance improvement and quality control activities which support theDepartment and the hospital.Keeps staff’s licenses, certifications, fire card and annual health assessment’s up to date.Assists Clinical Coordinator with daily staffing schedule.Assists with staff evaluations. Plans for provision of services through appropriate levels of qualified,Competent staff.Supports and mentors Coordinators and staff.Provides for orientation, training and continuing education of staff.Monitor space/resource requirements and utilization of outside resources.Assists with KRONOS time keeping.Proactively implements and maintains systems/protocols to improve operations.Completes eSRM reports.Is a team player.Displays a positive attitude.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s degree Degree in Nursing (BSN)Req 3 years in an pre/post-up and understands departmental operations.Req Demonstrated ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Master’s degree Degree in Nursing.Pref Certified Post Anesthesia Registered Nurse – CPAN (ASPAN) highly recommended within 1 year of hirePref Certified Ambulatory Perianessthesia Nurse – CAPA (ASPAN) highly recommended within 1 year of hireRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationThe hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 – $87.45. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

RN Clinical (OR) – Surgery – Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to a specific population of patients. The perioperative registered nurse uses the nursing process, designs, coordinates, and delivers care to meet the identified needs of all patients during perioperative phase. Perioperative nurses possess and apply knowledge of procedure and patient’s intraoperative experience throughout the patient care continuum. Perioperative nurse assesses, diagnoses, plans, intervenes and evaluates the outcome of interventions based on criteria that criteria that support a standard of care. Perioperative nurse addresses the impact of the surgical experience on the patient’s physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual responses. Perioperative nursing role and activities performed during the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of the patient’s surgical intervention. Perioperative nursing includes, but is not limited to: Peer education and patient/family teaching; support and reassurance; advocacy; control of environment; efficient provision of resources; maintenance of asepsis; monitoring physiological and psychological status; management aggregate patient needs; supervision of ancillary personnel; preoperative exploration, validation of current and future practices; integration and coordination of care across settings and among disciplines, collaboration and consultation.Essential Duties:Adherence to Universal Patient Safety Goals in all areas of practice.Adheres to safety standards of labeling medication on and off the sterile field.Consistently transfers scientific knowledge in applying the nursing process. Formulated care plan Direct/indirect care.Performs skills essential to nursing action to be taken.Delegates tasks to others based on scope of practice, preparation, capability.Evaluates effectiveness of care and modifies plan by observation and interpretation of information.Acts as advocate by initiating action to advance plan of care and initiates and supports change decisions.Ensures electrical/laser/ radiology safety.Ensures intraoperative MRI safety.Correct site surgery / surgical time out standards (Universal Protocol) are followed.Performs autoclave/Steris operation correctly with appropriate documentation.Communicates information to all staff using SBAR in hand off communication in all areas and regarding patient care and patient flow.Accurately documents patient charges, implant records, pathology specimens, and preoperative record in a timely manner.Accurately utilizes Cerner system in documentation, updates preference cards as needed.Adheres to policy for instruments/sponges/sharps count.Practices according to USCUH collaboration principles and demonstrates respectful teamwork and delegation.Follows policies, Title 22 and JCAHO Standards.Participates in development of professional practice, i.e., Nursing committees, research, policy development/review, unit based improvement projectsDemonstrates knowledge about current policies and shares awareness about new trends/technology.Demonstrates current knowledge of surgical anatomy and surgical procedures and applies that knowledge in preparing equipment, supplies and instrumentation for assigned procedures.Maintains specialty carts on a continuous basis. Supplies are maintained at par level, organized, cleaned, outdated. Assigned staff is a resource to others for the specialty cart.Surgical suites are organized and prepared daily (OR, run room, hallway, carts)Facilitates the smooth flow of the surgical intervention (i.e., prepares for the procedure with updated preference cards, knowledge of instruments and Equipment)Participates in hospital and departmental wide PI activitiesPerforms other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s degree Nursing Degree in Nursing (BSN) *Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019Req 1 year Operating room nurse in an acute setting immediately prior to application.Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures, in accordance with administrative and clinical policies, regulations and procedures.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Valid California Registered Nursing licenseReq Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $52.24 – $85.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Sterile Processing Technician II – Sterile Processing – Full Time 8 Hour Evenings (Non-Exempt)(Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)II serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines.Essential Duties:Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanlinessDisassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate and load automated washers according to manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFU).Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment according to established protocols and professional standards. Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation..Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Train and assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.Troubleshoot and address routine equipment, instrument, and customer issues. Interface with OR, ancillary departments, and other customers to resolve issues. Receive loaner trays via Casechek and communicate with outside companies to help resolve instrument issues.Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.Prepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking systemMay train or provide guidance or work direction to the Sterile Processing Technician I as needed.Performs all other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program. If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.Req 1 year Sterile ProcessingReq Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.Req Ability to operate complex machinery including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.Req Knowledge of medical terminologyPreferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Sterile Processing Certification Current Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD) or Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP or ABHES certification (Must be maintained by renewal before expiration date).Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $20.80 – $35.36. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Anesthesia Technologist Supervisor – Surgery – Full Time 10 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The Anesthesia Technologist Supervisor possesses recognized leadership and sound clinical skills and will actively assist the Clinical Director of Perioperative Services and Chief of Anesthesia Department in coordinating anesthesia services and activities to facilitate smooth flow in surgical and procedural areas. This position will oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, which includes ensuring that the rooms are set-up properly, anesthesia devices and equipment are procure as needed, ensuring turn-over and cleanliness of OR, and providing training and education of anesthesia techs. The Anesthesia Technologist Supervisor will supervise Anesthesia technicians and Anesthesia Technologist assigned with respective areas including collaboration with other supervisors and maintain accountability of evening and night shift duties and expectations. This position will handle the disciplinary actions for those they supervise. They will collect data and provide process improvement reports monthly. They will also be responsible for developing educational sessions, competencies for Anesthesia Technicians and Anesthesia Technologists. Including rotating students from other eligible educational facilities and for specialty rotational signoffs.Essential Duties:Supervises and facilitates turnover process; ensure efficiency and make recommendation to improve process when needed. Step in and work inside the red line when needed.Review employee’s timecard daily to ensure accuracy and follow up with employee as needed. Supports and mentors coordinators and staff. Provides for orientation, training and continuing education of staff. Assists with staff evaluations. Plans for provision of services through appropriate levels of qualified, Competent staff. Leads Patient Safety issues. Coordinates training and documentation of essential and mandated education and training programs for assigned staff. Resolves issues that arise on a daily basis. Serves as a resource for staff and customers regarding decontamination and sterilization process of surgical instruments and endoscopes. Tracks attendance and performance issues of assigned staff. Counsels and handles corrective action per policy and procedure.Works collaboratively with peers to achieve department goals. Establishes and maintains performance improvement and quality control activities which support the Department and the hospital. Proactively implements and maintains systems/protocols to improve operations. Evaluates functionality of area workflow and processes, making recommendations for improvement, while ensuring compliance with applicable requirements of the organization, Federal, State and any other regulatory agency including The Joint Commission. Understands of and conforms to standard procedures and methods used within the Anesthesia area within applicable Federal, State, and other regulatory agencies Implements the policy and procedures of the Operating Room Department. Develops educational sessions, competencies for Anesthesia Technicians and Anesthesia Technologists including rotating students from other eligible educational facilities. Will be responsible for specialty rotational signoffs.Monitor space/resource requirements and utilization of outside resources. Assists anesthesia and surgical team to ensure all equipment are available for the surgeryCoordinates and integrates various clinical resource management activities on intradepartmental, and hospital wide levels.Communicates with POD Leaders regarding resources. Participates in the budgetary responsibility with the Manager and Director. Stays within budget resources, other materials and FTE’s.Completes eSRM reports. Prepares production reports of activity for Anesthesia and Operating Room as necessary and apprises Director/Manager of issues and needs. Researches and reports on budget variances, and maintains operation statistics and logs. Prepares reports as needed.Maintains professional self-development by participating in education opportunities available both internally and externally.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Anesthesia Technologists Program.Req 5 years Experience as an Anesthesia Technologist in a perioperative area and understands departmental operations.Req 1 year At least 1–2 years of supervisory/lead experienceReq Excellent interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with other staffReq Excellent verbal and written communication skillsReq Ability to act on and solve problemsReq Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and meet timely deadlinesReq Demonstrated ability to be a team leader and/ or as a team player.Req Displays a positive attitude.Req Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results.Req Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.Req Knowledge of standard procedures and methods used within the Anesthesia areas within applicable Federal, State and other regulatory agencies.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s degree Degree in a related field.Pref Supervisory experience in a perioperative setting.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Certified Anesthesiology Technician (ASATT) Certified Anesthesiology Technician Technologist certification from the American society of Anesthesiology Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) required. If no certification upon hire, must obtain with one year from hired date.Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The annual base salary range for this position is $68,640.00 – $112,370.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Surgical Technician II – Surgery – Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

Under general guidance of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Tech II applies, demonstrates, and possesses proficient/advance knowledge, competencies, and skills of surgical and aseptic techniques and practices; assists the surgical team and performs a variety of tasks in an operating room; prepares, sterilizes, and cleans up surgical equipment and instruments; and is responsible for the care and safety of patients who come under his/her care. The Surgical Tech II is generally assigned a triad of surgical/operative procedures and exercises critical thinking and independent judgementEssential Duties:Performs similar responsibilities as the Surgical Tech I but distinguishes from the Tech I in that the Surgical Tech II is an intermediate to advance level position and is generally assigned a triad of difficult surgical/operative procedures (such as Head, Neck, Neuro, Spine and/or Ortho surgeries) which requires proficient/advance knowledge, skills, and ability to adapt to the operative procedure.Adheres to all safety standards and policies (such as surgical, specimen collection, sterile processing, Title 22, JCAHO) as they relate while performing all responsibilities.Applies principles of aseptic technique and initiates prompt corrective action when breaks in aseptic technique occur.Remains attentive throughout the operative procedure, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and responds appropriately during emergency intraoperative crises.Maintains ongoing communication with the circulating nurse and other members of the surgical team regarding changes in patient status or the progress of surgery.Arranges and inventories sterile set-up for operation.Facilitates the smooth flow of the surgical intervention (i.e., prepares for the procedure with updated preference cards, knowledge of instruments and equipment).Performs scrub role (such as anticipating surgical team’s needs, passing of instruments, cutting sutures, etc.) according to standards.Prepares, cleans, and maintains instruments, equipment, and all surgical related items in accordance to established guidelines.Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens.Prepares operating room (OR) by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies in according to type of case/operative procedure.Performs the preceptor role in the training of students.Participates in decision-marking activities related to evaluating and acquiring surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies.Recommends, implements, and participates process improvement projects on an ongoing basis.May mentor and/or lead other surgical technicianMay assist in performing circulating skills and task.Performs all duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of a CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technician Program is required.Req 1 year One-year experience as a Surgical Technician or as a Surgical Technician intern required. *Surgical Technician intern experience must be paid and completed at Keck Medicine of USC.Req Organization/time management skills.Req Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of a CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technician Program is required.Req 1 year One-year experience as a Surgical Technician or as a Surgical Technician intern required. *Surgical Technician intern experience must be paid and completed at Keck Medicine of USC.Req Organization/time management skills.Req Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.The hourly rate range for this position is $30.50 – $51.85. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Supervisor, Sterile Processing – Sterile Processing (HC4) – Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the sterile processing department within the healthcare facility. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that medical equipment and instruments are properly sterilized, maintained, and readily available for patient care, contributing to the safety and efficiency of the healthcare system.Essential Duties:Supervise and coordinates all the activities of SPD personnel engaged in decontaminating, cleaning, processing and assembling, storing and distributing sterile trays for the care and treatment of patients.Plans and evaluates daily assignments according to work requirements and SPD staff capabilities.Plans and coordinates the need for equipment required for scheduled cases and Prioritize sterilization according to OR scheduleSupervise SPD staff sterilization documentation to ensure adherence to JCAHO and infection control standards as they relate to the department.Plans and evaluates all methods for maintaining instruments, equipment log repairs and loaner equipment, informing all appropriate staff members if items require repair / replacement.Supervise and evaluates staff in following the workflow decontamination protocol according to Policy and Procedures.Supervise and coordinates all activities related to instrument menus and make changes as deemed necessary in keeping with current standards.Responsible for monitoring resource utilization and reordering as necessary to reduce cost and to maintain a high level of efficiency.Establishes and maintains performance improvement and quality control activities that support the department and the hospital level of care.Supervise and evaluates all activities related to proper cleaning of instruments and checking for proper function of items according to manufactures guidelines before Staff assembling trays.Acts as a liaison between PDS personnel and the OR staff in conjunction with SPD Manager.Responsible for ensuring SPD staff assist the OR team in obtaining instruments and supplies deemed necessary before and during the operating procedure.Ability to communicate effectively with hospital personnel and others in a professional manner.Coordinates and Supervises all education and orientation for all SPD staff.Coordinates and integrates department services on intradepartmental, interdepartmental, and hospital wide levels.Helps establish and maintaining Department Policy and Procedures.Plans and evaluates space / resources requirements and utilization of outside resources.Demonstrates appropriate human resource management skills under supervision of the SPD Manager.Identifies situations (policies and procedures, systems, equipment, instruments, supplies etc) that do not support customer service, brings them to the attention of Management Team, and initiates an action plan to correct the problem.The SPD Supervisor practices according to USCUH collaboration principles and demonstrates respectful teamwork and delegation. Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and accreditation standards.Able to utilize Computer in updating and creating instrument/equipment menus and list.Promotes professional growth within department including in-services / preparation and presentation.Provides for own professional growth regarding trends in equipment and sterilization methods through formal and informal continuing educationInterviews new candidates and plans orientation to the department for new hires.Supports continuous and ongoing customer satisfaction through the hospital-wide service excellence standards.Collaborate with other healthcare departments to optimize the flow of sterile instruments.Ensure that all required materials available prior to scheduled cases.Report any unresolved delays in the provision of material, that may adversely affect OR cases, immediately, to the Director.Maintain appropriate inventory levels for all surgical inventory locations in multiple facilities, utilizing IMMS system ROP/ROQ levels.Maintain appropriate inventory levels for all surgical inventory locations in multiple facilities, utilizing IMMS system ROP/ROQ levels.Perform and /or delegate the daily functions associated with count verification of all surgical inventory locations, to insure all inventory location counts are correct within generally accepted time frames.Perform and or delegate weekly cycle counts of all surgical instrument locations and submit results to manager in the department, within every five day period, without fail.Conduct regular equipment inspections and ensure maintenance and repairs are performed as needed.Evaluate and implement new technologies and best practices in sterile processing.Address and resolve any quality control issues or concerns related to instrument sterility.Maintain all additions and deletions to the SPD inventory location.Maintain a clean and organized work environment to prevent cross-contamination.Implement and enforce infection control policies and procedures.Conduct regular equipment inspections and ensure maintenance and repairs are performed as needed.Responsible for analyzing and making recommendations for inventory reduction by specialty.Responsible for recommending and coordinating consignment conversions.Develop and manage the department’s budget, optimizing cost control while maintaining quality.Act as liaison in Facilitating, open, accurate, and complete communication between SPD and OR. Ensure the safety of patients and staff by adhering to infection control protocols.Provide performance evaluations and support the professional development of staff.Assist with necessary monitoring of vendor impact within the OR supply arena.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of a state approved, accredited Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology Program.Req High school or equivalentReq 3-5 years Experience in sterile processing/OR EnvironmentReq Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.Req Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.Req Demonstrates ability to utilize effective, appropriate and diplomatic oral and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Certified Registered Central Service Technician – CRCST (IAHCSMM) or CSPDT “Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician” through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD).Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 – $45.20. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Clinician Educator) CHLA – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Hospital Medicine, are actively seeking a full time faculty member for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Clinician Educator).The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hospital Medicine at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA) and the USC Keck School of Medicine are seeking BC/BE pediatrics for faculty and non-faculty positions for the Division of Hospital Medicine.  CHLA is a 495 bed free standing full-service Children’s Hospital and is affiliated with the USC Keck School of Medicine.  The Division of Hospital Medicine at CHLA employs both contract and faculty members and currently has approximately 70 hospitalists.  It has a two-year Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship Training program as well.  Clinical responsibilities within the Division include supervision of trainees on the inpatient service, primary care for patients on the attending only service and intake management and team assignment for internal and external requests for admission to the hospital.  Division members are also institutional leaders in Quality Improvement, Education and Throughput.  The selected applicant for this position at CHLA will follow specific inpatients on the Hospitalist service without pediatric house staff coverage and may supervise 3rd year medical students rotating through CHLA for their primary pediatric clerkship.  The Hospitalist service is a 24/7 in-house model, and as such, selected candidates will work day, evening and some weekend shifts.  While all are encouraged to also pursue scholarly work, those chosen to join the Division as faculty may have time allocated for scholarship endeavors, but this depends upon their academic tract.  Applicants should have a major interest in providing inpatient care to a diverse and complex population of patients, have excellent communication skills, and enjoy teaching learners at various levels.The annual base salary range for this position is $95,904-$325,712.  When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerationsIf interested, please apply using the USC job link and email the division at DOHM@chla.usc.edu.  For further inquiries, please contact:Dr. Purnima Mandal & Dr. Kevin Waloff at 323-361-6177Academic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine is available at a level appropriate to training and experience. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CHLA and USC greatly values diversity and is committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.

Buyer – HS Supply Chain Admin – Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The Buyer is responsible on releasing and ordering supplies through departmental system. Works with Accounts Payable on trouble shooting to resolve any discrepancies on the PO. Maintaining Item and Vendor files in department system.The Buyer is responsible on releasing and ordering supplies through Materials Management system. Work with Accounts Payable on trouble shooting to resolve any discrepancies on the PO. Maintaining Item and Vendor files in Materials management SystemEssential Duties:Procurement of medical, non-medical supplies and equipment as assigned, per specified Materials Management Policy and Procedures.Complete daily requisitions with order placement. Notify Buyer Manager of any uncompleted requisitions.Research and resolve invoice discrepancies as assigned, per specified Materials Management Policy and Procedures in a timely manner.Maintain of all open and closed Purchase Order files, both on site and via MMIS System.Ensures pricing integrity by reviewing price increases against contract and non-contracted agreements with Director.Follow-up on backorders and communicates to departments accordingly.Prepare purchase Orders as assigned for prior approval of Buyer Manager per Materials Management Specifications.Maintain all blanket, repair, and service purchase orders, as assigned, in a timely manner.Notify Buyer Manager or department Director of any stock-outs, backorders or occurrences that may adversely affect the assigned facility’s flow of material supply.Authorized recommended orders each day to process the daily order.Process returns and rentals accurately in a timely manner.Release forms orders from department on a timely manner.Work on bill only PO’s for OR and give the PO to the vendor in a timely manner.Keep track and request MMIS item number for new items in OR and items that do not have MMIS numbers.Work on “open PO analysis” to clean up the system every Month end.Review and release office supply orders from department in a timely manner.Send out repairs and know what to prioritize to be processed and sent out each day.All other duties assigned as deemed necessary by Director.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq 1 year Experience in hospital purchasing and general stores.Req Knowledge of medical surgical material.Req Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Req Knowledge of general office operation in hospital Materials’s Management environment.Req Ability to use internet to search for vendors and products.Req Ability to analyze and compare bids.Req Knowledge of vendors providing goods and services to Hospital.Req Working knowledge of AS400 computerPreferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 – $45.20. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.