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LVN Discharge Planning Coordinator – Social Services – Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

Provides department support for the Continuum of Care Team to facilitate discharge planning and ensure appropriate throughput of patients. Works with Case Managers, Transitional Care Coordinator, and Social Workers to ensure discharge plans are communicated to patients and families during hospitalization and post discharge to ensure continuity and identify clinical barriers. Enables a positive patient experience through the discharge process and connection to resources as needed.Essential Duties:Partners with members of the Continuum of Care team both case managers and social workers (RN Case Manager, SW Case Manager) in an effort to provide patients and family members a smooth, coordinated patient transition from hospital to home and/or the next level of care.Partners with members of the Care Coordination team to ensure appropriate communication occurs at the point of discharge so that the patients’ transition is smooth. Provides timely post-acute contact and reinforces post discharge instructions as needed under the direction of the Transitional Care Coordinator.Under the direction and supervision of Transitional Care Coordinator, utilizes multiple referral platforms such as Enso care, e-fax and phone calls etc. to review post-acute referrals. Also reviews discharge instructions and discharge summary to understand patients’ post-acute plan of care and barriers to follow-up. Provides timely follow-up on all referrals.Under the direction and supervision of the Transitional Care Coordinator, participates in post discharge phone calls to patients. Uses scripts and follows the Cipher Health algorithm for communication with discharged patients.Under the direction and supervision of the Transitional Care Coordinator, communicates frequently and directly with clinic physician staff and other post-acute providers as needed for discharged patients with identified needs.Follows established policies and procedures and workflows regarding post discharge phone calls.Communicates the discharge plan, status of plan to members of the Continuum of Careteam, including allied health care team members. Participates in triad huddles and in the provisioning of assignments of the triad team.Contacts post-acute care facilities as directed by the Continuum of Careteam to assess bed availability, submission of referrals, bed-hold days. Utilizes multiple referral platforms such as faxing, Enso care etc. to facilitate referrals.Coordinates all non-clinical aspects of the discharge planning process as assigned (i.e. durable medical equipment, homeless shelters, non-clinical letters, transportation) reporting any psychosocial needs, barriers or challenges to the appropriate Continuum of Careteam member.Communicates frequently and directly with Continuum of Care team members regarding discharge process needs and priorities. Communicates orders received to the appropriate case manager, works with the Triad team for daily assignments and tasks needing to be completed. Hands off tasks and duties not performed.Participates in departmental meetings, including but not limited to staff meetings, daily huddles, triad huddles, and Continuum of Care team meetings, etc.Utilizes tools (i.e. Medicare.gov website, tablets for patient choice, etc.) as needed to provide patients with skilled nursing facilities and/or information on discharge planning resources within 10 miles or as close to the patient’s home as possible.Documents appropriately following departmental standards in the electronic Medical Record.Assists with transfer of patients for lateral and/or acute services.Supports the Continuum of Careteam with arranging transportation using Taxi, Ride Share, ambulance etc.Assists with maintaining and updating current resources (i.e. pamphlets and brochures) for services as needed for post acute care for use by care coordination team.Participates and engages in continuous improvement activities, including huddles and process improvement projects.Follow all departmental standard work and guidelines including the Triad Model of Discharge Planning. Support transitions of care.Develops and maintains positive working relationships with outside post-acute facilities and vendors to promote timely discharge/transfer.Thrives in a fast-paced, multi-faceted team environment, working well with the key stakeholders, meeting tight deadlines, and multitasking a variety of assignments.Strives to support and contribute to the success of the Continuum of Care team’s outcome metrics, key performance indicators and /or departmental goals and objectives.Represents the department in a positive and professional manner.Floating between assignments and between Keck and Norris hospitals is required for management of department needs. On-call, weekend coverage and rotation to manage the discharge needs of the patients within the organization is expected.Supports the clinical process for transfer from one level of care to another as medically indicated by the patient’s needs. Able to apply clinical knowledge to reference InterQual Discharge Screens and clinical stability for discharge/transition to the next appropriate level of care.Completes clinical authorization process for the discharge medications.Performs other duties as requested/assigned by Director.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Nursing Completion of an accredited vocational nursing program.Req 2 years 2-3 years’ clinical experience.Req Typing 40-55 WPM. Experience with computer data entry.Req Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.Req Good organizational skills.Req Strong command of the English language.Req Good customer service skills.Req Ability to multitask and work effectively in a team environment.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Licensed Vocational Nurse – LVN (CA DCA)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 $28.00 – $47.75. 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.

Case Manager, RN – Case Management – Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provides care coordination services evaluating options and services required to meet an individual’s health care needs to promote cost-effective, quality outcomes. Serves as a consultant to members of the health care team in the management of specific patient populations. The RN case manager role integrates the functions of utilization management, quality management, discharge planning assessment, and coordination of post-hospital care services, including transfers to an alternative level of care.Essential Duties:Clinical Care Coordination • Able to effectively manage a case load of 18-20 patients • Utilizes the on line Work list to manage daily assigned caseload. • Assess physical and biopsychosocial needs of the patient through clinical assessment and utilizing data from multiple sources. • Analyze and interpret data in collaboration with patient, family, physician, health care team to develop a plan of care. • Ensures that a physician specific plan of care is in place for all patients. • Actively participates in interdisciplinary meetings. • Initiates a discharge planning assessment within 24 business hours of admission and documents in computer system. • Assesses ongoing discharge planning needs and documents is computer system as changes to the plan occur. • Demonstrates collaborative working relationship with social workers to ensure patient psychosocial needs are met. • Participates in physician and unit rounds. • Completes Medicare One Day Stay forms timely. • Completes disposition form for medicare patients timely.Consultant • Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge base. • Serves as a consultant to the health care team to identify financial issues that may affect care. • Participates in the education of health care team members on current healthcare issues impacting practice patterns and reimbursement. • Educates physicians and health care team on observation status, as appropriate.Leadership • Represents the department in a positive and professional manner. • Assists with orientation of new staff. • Delegates and assists with supervision of Case Management Assistants. • Makes appropriate referrals to Physician Advisor, communicating accurate clinical information. • Participates in InterQual competency testing as requested by department director.Outcomes Management • Participates in core measure process in identification of appropriate patients. • Participates in hospital quality improvement processes and helps identifies opportunities to improve care. • Adheres to TENET policies and procedures. • Identifies compliance and ethical issues and reports appropriately.Patient Advocacy • Respects patient/family values and beliefs. • Responds promptly to patient/family requests. • Supports patient/family with end of life issues, making appropriate referrals. • Include patient/family in care decisions and discharge planning.Patient Education • Assist health care team with identification of patient/family educational needs for discharge. • Inform patient/family of discharge plans. • Work with post acute services to address educational needs to ensure a safe discharge plan.Resource Management • Proposes alternative treatment options to ensure a cost effective and efficient plan of care. • Identifies and creates solutions to remove barriers that may impede optimal patient care. • Identifies and documents avoidable delays in the M drive. • Maintains awareness of current managed care contract requirements. • Participates in appeal process. • Performs and documents InterQual assessments upon admission • Performs and documents InterQual assessments upon a change in level of care • Performs and documents InterQual assessments at least every three days • Performs and documents InterQual assessments upon discharge. • Completes clinical reviews timely and communicates to appropriate payer. • Able to prioritize clinical reviews. • Documents payer communication and authorization in the Authorization log. • Completes and submits TAR’s for processing within 3 working days of patient discharge. • Notifies director and physician advisor timely of patients who do not meet InterQual criteria. • Other duties as requested or assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Associate’s Degree NursingReq 5 years Clinical acute care nursing experienceReq 2 years Case management experience within the past five (5) years.Req Knowledge of case management principles and healthcare management.Req Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s Degree NursingRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA DCA)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 hourly rate range for this position is $47.31 – $100.00. 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.

Case Manager, RN – Case Management – Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provides care coordination services evaluating options and services required to meet an individual’s health care needs to promote cost-effective, quality outcomes. Serves as a consultant to members of the health care team in the management of specific patient populations. The RN case manager role integrates the functions of utilization management, quality management, discharge planning assessment, and coordination of post-hospital care services, including transfers to an alternative level of care.Essential Duties:Clinical Care Coordination • Able to effectively manage a case load of 18-20 patients • Utilizes the on line Work list to manage daily assigned caseload. • Assess physical and biopsychosocial needs of the patient through clinical assessment and utilizing data from multiple sources. • Analyze and interpret data in collaboration with patient, family, physician, health care team to develop a plan of care. • Ensures that a physician specific plan of care is in place for all patients. • Actively participates in interdisciplinary meetings. • Initiates a discharge planning assessment within 24 business hours of admission and documents in computer system. • Assesses ongoing discharge planning needs and documents is computer system as changes to the plan occur. • Demonstrates collaborative working relationship with social workers to ensure patient psychosocial needs are met. • Participates in physician and unit rounds. • Completes Medicare One Day Stay forms timely. • Completes disposition form for medicare patients timely.Consultant • Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge base. • Serves as a consultant to the health care team to identify financial issues that may affect care. • Participates in the education of health care team members on current healthcare issues impacting practice patterns and reimbursement. • Educates physicians and health care team on observation status, as appropriate.Leadership • Represents the department in a positive and professional manner. • Assists with orientation of new staff. • Delegates and assists with supervision of Case Management Assistants. • Makes appropriate referrals to Physician Advisor, communicating accurate clinical information. • Participates in InterQual competency testing as requested by department director.Outcomes Management • Participates in core measure process in identification of appropriate patients. • Participates in hospital quality improvement processes and helps identifies opportunities to improve care. • Adheres to TENET policies and procedures. • Identifies compliance and ethical issues and reports appropriately.Patient Advocacy • Respects patient/family values and beliefs. • Responds promptly to patient/family requests. • Supports patient/family with end of life issues, making appropriate referrals. • Include patient/family in care decisions and discharge planning.Patient Education • Assist health care team with identification of patient/family educational needs for discharge. • Inform patient/family of discharge plans. • Work with post acute services to address educational needs to ensure a safe discharge plan.Resource Management • Proposes alternative treatment options to ensure a cost effective and efficient plan of care. • Identifies and creates solutions to remove barriers that may impede optimal patient care. • Identifies and documents avoidable delays in the M drive. • Maintains awareness of current managed care contract requirements. • Participates in appeal process. • Performs and documents InterQual assessments upon admission • Performs and documents InterQual assessments upon a change in level of care • Performs and documents InterQual assessments at least every three days • Performs and documents InterQual assessments upon discharge. • Completes clinical reviews timely and communicates to appropriate payer. • Able to prioritize clinical reviews. • Documents payer communication and authorization in the Authorization log. • Completes and submits TAR’s for processing within 3 working days of patient discharge. • Notifies director and physician advisor timely of patients who do not meet InterQual criteria. • Other duties as requested or assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited school of registered nursingReq 3 years Clinical experience.Req Knowledge of case management principles and healthcare management.Req Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s degreePref 1 year Case management or utilization review experience within the last three years preferred.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA DCA)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 hourly rate range for this position is $47.31 – $100.00. 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.

Research Coordinator I – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a high-integrity and independently motivated Research Coordinator I – Research Division position to play a key role within the administrative offices. This is a full-time, permanent position, located near the Health Sciences Campus at the LA General Medical Center.The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree when starting the position, plus one (1) year of applied research experience. Spring 2025 graduates with strong applied research experience may apply. Strong interest in clinical research, health disparities and community health/health services research preferred. Demonstrated excellent organizational, coordination and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and an ability to set priorities for productivity. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, and oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with and recruit parents, community members and multidisciplinary medical professionals from diverse healthcare settings. Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Experience in data collection and managing research projects preferred. Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends may be needed. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, responsible for managing all phases of multiple research projects and ensuring compliance with study protocols. Responsibilities include recruiting study participants, interviewing participants, administering survey questionnaires, coordinating research activities and meetings, and performing related duties as needed.Maintains participant’s records in electronic database and ensures their confidentiality. As directed, conducts data entry, processing, and analysis.Creates electronic database structure and data entry forms utilizing REDCAP or similar HIPAA compliant data entry system.Directly initiates communication with staff from outside organizations to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to study implementation.Assists in IRB submissions, developing consent forms and study related recruitment materials.Provides support in the preparation of presentations, lectures, manuscripts, research proposals and any other research-related activities.Coordinates and/or links project operations with other administrative and research functions on and off campus. Serves as a key resource for project information and resolves problems or questions referred by internal and external sources.Assists in onboarding of student research assistants, including in-person orientation and training, feedback on data collection and accuracy and attending study team meetings with student research assistants.Establishes and maintains an active network of professional contacts, excelling at cultivating rapport and positive professional relationships with all parties who intersect with the research team.Ability to multi-task and prioritize.Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.The position requires flexibility to work evening shifts, particularly during student orientation periods, to support student engagement activities.This position will also require occasional offsite travel if study protocols require it.Other duties may be assigned.This position will be Non-exempt and On-Site.The annual base salary range for this position is $31.08 – $32.00 . 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.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.  Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Experience: 2 years in the research setting
Preferred field of expertise: Familiarity with survey and statistical software such as REDCap database management.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Experience: 1 year

Part-Time, Teaching-Track Faculty Positions in Writing – Capital Campus – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California Writing Program in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, seeks qualified applicants for part-time, one-semester, in-person positions as Instructor or Lecturer to join our faculty at the Washington, DC, Capital Campus beginning Fall 2025. Writing Program faculty teach lower-division courses that fulfill USC’s undergraduate writing requirement in a context informed by rhetorical tradition, process theory, and ethical discursive practices. First-year courses develop students’ writing and critical reasoning skills within thematic contexts. Small, in-person class sizes facilitate a workshop model of instruction, frequent one-on-one and small-group conferencing, and an emphasis on the writing process. Faculty teach one to three sections, for which they will develop syllabi and assignments in accordance with program guidelines.  The Writing Program hopes to hire faculty interested in teaching writing at USC in the fall semester and who are passionate about teaching and working with first-year undergraduates. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate pedagogical innovation, versatility, and awareness to help our vibrant student body develop critical thinking skills. We expect a deep commitment to creating engaging classroom environments to serve students individually and holistically. Initial appointments are fixed term, with the possibility of renewal contingent on performance and review by the program faculty, its directors, and the college deans. Dornsife provides opportunities for promotion to the ranks of Assistant Professor (Teaching), Associate Professor (Teaching), and Professor (Teaching) based on demonstrated teaching excellence and service to the program, school, university, and field.  QUALIFICATIONS Candidates should have a PhD or other terminal degree by August 2025. We require demonstrated excellence in teaching writing at the college level, with experience as an instructor of record in writing-specific courses strongly preferred. While many of our faculty have scholarly backgrounds in Rhetoric and Composition and English Literature, we welcome candidates from diverse fields and with varied areas of interest, such as globalization: current issues and cross-cultural perspectives.  APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications are requested right away. Candidates should submit a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, a CV, and the names of three referees who can speak to their teaching abilities. The referees will be contacted directly by USC to provide letters of reference after you submit your application. We expect to conduct interviews with selected candidates in April with more information provided at a later date. The per course rate for this position is $11,000. 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 – Admitting – Full Time 8 Hour Variable Shifts (Exempt) – (Glendale, California, United States)

The Admitting Supervisor must be able to work with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism. Must be able to work in all department duties comfortably and efficiently. Exhibits excellent communication skills with the ability to define the goals of the department as related to the facility as a whole, and works with the manager and staff to achieve those goals. Creates QC data reports and helps to in-service the staff in needed areas. Reports to the Admitting Manager and assumes all supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the manager. Has in depth knowledge in all the functions of the Admitting Department. Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology. In depth knowledge of all insurance types, including government health programs.Minimum Education: High school graduate or equivalent evidence in file required Minimum Experience/Knowledge: Three years in a Hospital Admitting Department, Lead, Coordinator and/or Supervisory experience in ER Dept., Admitting, Business Office, Physician office or Healthcare equivalent.Required License/Certification: AB 508 Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer into the department, and maintained by renewal before expiration date• Well-versed in emergency protocols and procedures. They must ensure that their team members are aware of the ER guidelines.• Supervisor ER Registration staff and provide clear instructions to their team. Make timely decisions, prioritize actions, and adapt to changing circumstances. • Strong customer service skills.• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal form.• General knowledge of insurance payors: PPO, HMO , POS, EPO Medicare, Medi-Cal.• Positive work ethic.As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials. The annual salary range for this position is $66,500 to $85,000. 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.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Echo Tech – Noninvasive Cardiology – Per Diem 8 Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

As an integral part of the Department, the Echo Tech is responsible for performing multiple diagnostic non-invasive Cardiology procedures.Essential Duties:Performs technically adequate Echocardiography according to policy and procedure in an acceptable amount of time.Works in conjunction with the Echo Cardiologist and Supervisor to insure high quality diagnostic images.Assists Anesthesiologists with the performance of Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) in the OR.Assists Cardiologists with the performance of Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) in the Intensive Care Units and in the Cath Lab.Assists Cardiologists with the performance of Intra Cardiac Echocardiography (ICE) in the Cath Lab.Participates in after hours rotation of standby and call back as needed by the department.Responds to call-back requests in a timely manner.Reports and documents unusual or critical values to Attending Cardiologist in a timely and appropriate manner.Prepares accurate charges documents, maintains accurate and meaningful patient records, and documents studies in Department Log Sheet in a timely manner.Uses all equipment properly.Performs proper cleaning of laboratory equipment, including high-level disinfection of TEE probes.Maintains a clean work area.Exercises sound judgment in relating physicians order to the actual condition and need of the patient.Consults with the Supervisor and Attending or Ordering Physician when indicated.Functions as a patient advocate.Educates patient/patient’s family about procedure and treatment.Provides for own professional growth regarding trends in equipment and procedures through formal and informal continuing education.Assists with transportation of patients or clerical functions as needed by the departmentParticipates in department Performance Improvement work team projects.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.Supports continuous and ongoing customer satisfaction through the hospital wide service excellence standards.Performs other duties as assigned.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of an accredited program related to sonography with emphasis on Echocardiography.Req 1 year Experience in performing Echocardiagrams, Stress Echos, ECG’s and other related diagnostic cardiac procedures.Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Echocardiography Credentialing Must have an appropriate credential in echocardiography from the ARDMS, CCI or CARDUP: ◦ Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) ◦ Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) ◦ Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS) Canadian *If the echosonographer does not have this credential upon hire, the credential should be obtained within 1 (one) year from hireReq 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 $39.00 – $66.45. 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.

Senior Director of Digital Strategy – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

Senior Director of Digital Strategy Department: Digital StrategyApplication RequirementsPlease ensure your application includes your resume and cover letter, as incomplete applications will not be considered.Overview: As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which comprises the faculty, students, and staff that make the university a prime place to learn, grow, and succeed.USC Communications is seeking a Senior Director of Digital Strategy to join its team. Reporting to the Special Advisor/Associate Vice President, Advancement Communications, the Senior Director of Digital Strategy will strategically enhance the digital presence of University Advancement and Advancement initiatives across USC to engage audiences, acquire donors, and steward donors and alumni.The ideal candidate is a dynamic, results-oriented leader with a strong background in digital marketing, strategy, and communications. The candidate should have expertise in managing large-scale digital properties, including websites, social media channels, microsites, and digital campaigns.Job Responsibilities:Leads the strategy, design, implementation, maintenance, and reporting for advancement digital properties including the University Advancement and University Alumni Association websites, USCAA social media channels, microsites, and digital campaigns.Develops and manages digital strategies to meet strategic goals, business objectives and user needs across University Advancement and the USC Alumni Association.Develops and manages ongoing reporting on KPIs and ROI for all digital marketing efforts and makes strategic recommendations and improvements based on data.Leads ongoing analysis, benchmarking, strategy, improvement and management of user experience (UX), tracking, reporting, performance data, captures and conversions across advancement digital properties, channel,s and posts.Leads and manages a team of staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure alignment with strategic goals and high-quality output.Perform other duties, as assigned.This is a hybrid position under our current work arrangement plan, with the expectation of on-site presence in our offices in the USC Tower located adjacent to campus in downtown Los Angeles.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree.Combined 5 years of experience as substitute for minimum education.Management experience in journalism and public relations.In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words, and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.Preferred Qualifications 7 years of experience.Communications management experience within a university setting. Salary and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $143,492.94 – $170,000.00 When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions once you meet Program’s eligibility; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events.Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 5 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Management experience in journalism and public relations.

Physical Therapist II – Physical Therapy – Full Time 10 Hour Days – (Glendale, California, United States)

Administers and directs the administration of physical agents and procedures utilized in PMR at a specialized skill level as prescribed by a referring physician to improve the functional status of the patient.  Minimum Education: • Graduation from a Physical Therapy curriculum with B.S., M.S., DPT, or certificate in Physical Therapy from a school approved by the council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association.Minimum Experience/Knowledge: Experience:• 5+ years of experience • Experience in Acute Care, NICU, Lymphedema, Pelvic Floor Therapy and/or Outpatient Orthopedics/Sports determined by the needs of the PMR department.Ability:• Effective oral and written communication skills to work with patients, families, physicians and other personnel.• Performs effective evaluation and treatment techniques; develops treatment plans to meet therapy and patient goals.• Advanced Practice in a specialty of Physical Therapy Practice (i.e., Orthopedics, Lymphedema, Neurology, etc.)Knowledge:• Must understand and utilize the theories behind physical medicine at an advanced level of skill.• Must understand theory, precautions and contraindications for all physical medicine agents and procedures for their effects on the child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Be able to provide guidance for Outpatient staff.• Must have advanced knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and psychosocial issues in order to assess the effects of treatment on body function and structures for the child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.• Must understand concepts of isolation, sterile technique and the applications within physical medicine• Must understand the required policies and procedures for PMR and the hospital in general.Required License/Certification: • Current license to practice Physical Therapy in California issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Medical Quality Assurance or the Physical Therapy Examining Committee, or license applicant• Current certification in BLS for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association• One (1) or more Advanced Certification preferred (i.e., OCS, WCS, lymphedema management, etc.)• FallProof Certification required if leading a FallProof Wellness Class• Lee Silverman Voice Therapy (LSVT) BIG Certification required for therapists servicing patients in LSVT BIG Program• American Physical Therapy (APTA) Credentialed Clinical Instructor preferred• Annual certification/recertification in AB508 required for staff assigned to Geropsychiatry and ED Units.As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $46 – $76. 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.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Patient Financial Service Representative – Admitting – Full Time 8 Hour Variable Shifts – (Glendale, California, United States)

Review, and file patient account files for new registration; collate and match billing documents with patient account files; pull files for patients; and collect billing activity data. Review patient account files to ensure accuracy and completeness, determine appropriate billing distributions and process statements, monitor outstanding accounts; process refunds for overpaid accounts, receive and answer billing-related inquiries. Review past due bills and follow-up documents, and obtain other information on past due accounts. Contact patients and/or third party pay or organizations to secure payments or arrange alternative settlement plans, identify problem delinquencies and recommend disposition.Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GEDMinimum Experience/Knowledge: Knowledge of basic computer operation. Required License/Certification: AB 508 Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer into the department, and maintained by renewal before expiration dateAs part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.The hourly rate range for this position is $19.00 – $29.00. 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.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.