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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESAcknowledging patients or guests and their requestsAppearing professional in dress, grooming and hygiene.Assists in the training of new employees.Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to the rights of patients and significant others, as identified within the situation.Document any financial arrangements made in the patient’s account notes. Notifies the Admitting Manager or Business Office Manager of all problem accounts that require special attention.Exhibiting concern, tact and discretion in all working relationshipsFunctions with an awareness of safety issues and reports unsafe issues appropriately, as identified within the institution.It is the responsibility of the Patient Access Representative to uphold the highest service standards regarding patient care.Making patients’ needs the first priority.Must be able to work and be cross trained in all areas of which includes, Inpatient, Outpatient, Bed Board, and Emergency RoomMust be familiar with the Hospital layout in order to direct patients or guests to the proper destination.Must be physically able to push a wheelchair.Must be willing to meet staffing needs of the department and be available to work overtime, holidays, and shift changes.Must remain informed and compliant with HIPAA, EMTALA, the Fair Debt and Collection Practices Act, Medicare Secondary Payer, and other laws and regulations that govern Patient Financial Services.Must remain informed regarding all PPO, HMO, and Medicare, Medi-Cal and indigent service programs and requirements for timely processing of claims.Offering assistance promptly, cordially, and completelyPatient care is of the utmost priority in all aspects of registration. Must be comfortable with sick patients and able to summon medical assistance when needed. Must be BLS certified each year.Patient valuables are to be closely monitored by all Patient Access Representatives in accordance with Hospital policy and procedure.Performs various other duties, as assigned.Promoting unity and teamwork among co-workers and other departmentsResponsible for appropriately handling all confidential information while at work, as well as when away from the facility.Responsible for completing the patient’s electronic medical record and ensuring that all appropriate paperwork is sent to the proper destination in a timely fashion.Responsible for obtaining the Advance Directive information from inpatient, ER, OPS, and bed patients. Accurate data is entered in the computer and on the Conditions of AdmissionResponsible for speaking with the patient in regard to their financial responsibility for the bill. Collects deposits on all self-paying patients and co-payments from patients whose insurance requires one. If the patient is unable to meet their financial obligation at the time of service, Patient AccessRepresentative is responsible to speak to them regarding the Hospital’s requirements and make financial arrangements. Complete promissory note, when necessary.Responsible for the collection of all patients related information to produce a complete and accurate patient admission record. This includes, but is not limited to, choosing the correct medical record numbers, gathering current patient data, photocopying insurance cards, identification cards, and other pertinent information, obtaining authorization, obtaining signatures on all appropriate forms, and obtaining accurate insurance and demographic information in order to create an accurate patient account record. Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental, and inter-departmental quality control, and quality planning activities.Responsible for understanding the Consent form, Advance Directive, and any other forms the patient is required to sign in order to accurately and clearly state the intention of each paragraph. Patients are to be well informed before a signature can be obtained.Responsible for meeting the department productivity goal of registering a minimum of 20 patients per shift. Also responsible to perform registrations timely, within the department standard of 20 minutes. Also responsible to maintain an account accuracy rate of no less than 80%.Shift logs are to be completed and printed in the Emergency Department.Responsible to perform, understand and demonstrate ability of all courses designated, within 90 days of hire for new employees, and within 1 year of 02/12/2018 for current employees.  Current employees must successfully pass a competency test every two years from that original date completed.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducationMinimum (Required)High School diploma or equivalentPreferred (Not required)Work ExperienceMinimum (Required)2 years minimum of customer service skills required.Preferred (Not required)Licenses and CertificationsMinimum (Required)Preferred (Not required)Must be BLS certified or must provide BLS certificate within 30 days of hire.M.A.B. certification required. New hires must obtain within 6 months of hire.Pay TransparencyThe hourly salary rate range for this position is $25.75 – $34.65. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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 .POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Admitting Manager, the Patient Access Representative is responsible for interviewing incoming patients (inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department) to obtain all pertinent data for admission and produce a complete and accurate admission record. This includes medical record information, as well as demographic and financial related information. Is responsible for answering all inquiries related to admissions, collects deposits or payments, interacts with the nursing units and ancillary departments and provides directions to various areas within the hospital.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESConduct bedside spirometry test including VC and FEVI.Consistently demonstrates knowledge of setting up equipment, equipment operations, and trouble-shooting all respiratory equipment in the department. Maintains and keeps all preventive maintenance records. Keeps equipment clean and ready to use between patients (after training).Demonstrates ability to assess patient for therapy and assess outcome of treatment and interventions and progress.Demonstrates ability to set up equipment, administer respiratory medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.Demonstrates effective monitoring of environmental control systems and patients on continuous ventilation. Perform and evaluate weaning of patients from continuous ventilation.Is responsible for assisting in maintaining adequate supplies by continuously checking the supply inventory notifying manager or designee.Maintains knowledge of established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, improving organization performance program, infection control and safety standards.Must adhere to hospital policies of attendance, department coverage during breaks, and submission of PTO requests at least two weeks prior to posting of schedule.Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings. Keep current with new equipment by attending outside meetings.Performs as an effective member of resuscitation team and is to include but is not limited to performing CPR, cardiac compression, and bagging patient.Performs nasotracheal and tracheal suctioning.Performs testing and has working knowledge of arterial blood gas testing.Provide education and instruction to patients about prescribed therapy. Discuss goals and outcomes at onset of treatment.Other duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducationMinimum (Required)Associate degree or equivalentRespiratory training / certification required.Preferred (Not required)Work ExperienceMinimum (Required)New GradPreferred (Not required) One year in Critical Care experience preferredLicenses and CertificationsMinimum (Required)Registered as a RRT by the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred; Must have RRT credential if hired after 12/31/2010.BLS (Basic Life Support) from American Heart AssociationPALS (Pediatric Advance Life Support) from American Heart Association.Preferred (Not required)NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) From American Heart Association.Pay TransparencyThe hourly rate range for this position is $40.17 – $52.44. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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 .POSITION SUMMARY
Provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by physicians according to established standards and practices. Demonstrates proficiency in delivering care to age-specific patient population (e.g., infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, geriatrics) and participates in related continuing education.

Work Experience
Minimum (Required) New Grad
Preferred (Not required) One year in Critical Care experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications
Minimum (Required)
• Registered as a RRT by the National Board for Respiratory Care preferred; Must have RRT credential if hired after 12/31/2010.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) from American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advance Life Support) from American Heart Association.
Preferred (Not required) • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) From American Heart Association.

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $40.17 – $52.44. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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 Faculty Position – Occupational Therapy Department, Keck Hospital of USC & Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center (Hiring for Multiple Positions Across Service Areas) The Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Southern California (USC) invites applications for multiple full-time clinical faculty positions within the Department of Occupational Therapy at Keck Hospital of USC & Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. We are hiring for distinct roles across several adult rehabilitation service areas, with opportunities for clinicians to float between practice settings as service needs require. Openings are currently available in:Acute careCritical careHospital-based outpatient rehabilitationWe welcome applicants with a broad range of experience serving adult physical rehabilitation populations and a current license to practice occupational therapy in California.Clinical opportunities exist across diverse practice areas, including but not limited to:Neurological & cognitive rehabilitation (stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury)Lymphedema management (Certified Lymphedema Therapist preferred) and Oncology rehabilitationCardiopulmonary & Transplant rehabilitationMusculoskeletal & orthopedic rehabilitationChronic condition management (Lifestyle Redesign Certification preferred)Assignments will be determined based on clinical expertise, prior experience, and organizational needs, allowing clinicians to work in focused specialty areas or gain exposure to multiple service lines within our dynamic academic medical center. Advance your career in a world-class academic medical center, combining patient care, clinical teaching, and program development in an interdisciplinary team environment. This position is available 10/01/2025.Salary and Benefits:The annual base salary range for this position is $90,000 – $110,000. When extending an offer of employment, USC considers various factors including the scope of responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and external market considerations.To support the well-being of our faculty and staff, USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of perks to help protect their and their dependents’ health, wealth, and future. These benefits are available as part of the overall compensation and total rewards package. You can learn more about USC’s comprehensive benefits here.Ready to Make an Impact?If you’re excited about shaping the future of education and joining a high-achieving team, apply today! Help us create transformative learning experiences that prepare students for the future. Submit your resume and application now to be a part of our journey.USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESCommunicates appropriately with the referring physician.Communicates with patients and others adequately and appropriately.Completes all required documentation.Continues professional development through continuing education.Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assess patients and complete other clinical responsibilities from a developmental perspective.Develops appropriate treatment plans.Evaluates patients, identifying problems and defining treatment goals that are specific, objective and measurable.Implements treatment program using appropriate procedures/techniques according to professional standards.Monitors the extent to which services have met therapy goals.May participates in clinical education for therapy students.Participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning and care.May participates in orientation of new staff, students and volunteers.Performs routine tasks necessary for maintenance of a clean, safe and efficient work area.Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the developmental level of adolescent patients and to incorporate this information appropriately into treatment planning and delivery of individualized treatment and patient/family education that is specific to the needs of the adolescent patient.Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the developmental level of pediatric patients and to incorporate this information appropriately into treatment planning and delivery of individualized treatment and patient/family education that is specific to the needs of the pediatric patient.Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the effects of aging and to incorporate this information appropriately into treatment planning and delivery of individualized treatment and patient/family education that is specific to the geriatric patient’s needs.Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization- wide Performance.Improvement Program through orientation; education; departmental and interdepartmental quality control; quality improvement; and quality planning activities.JOB REQUIREMENTSEducationMinimum (Required)High School or equivalentGraduate of accredited SLP program or equivalent per California SLPBoard requirements.Preferred (Not required)Work ExperienceMinimum (Required)Preferred (Not required)Hospital-based experience preferred.Will accept New Grads.Licenses and CertificationsMinimum (Required)Current CA Speech Language Pathologist license; CFY may be considered.Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification.Preferred (Not required)EducationMinimum (Required)High School or equivalentGraduate of accredited SLP program or equivalent per California SLPBoard requirements.Preferred (Not required)Pay TransparencyThe hourly rate range for this position is $39.00 – $63.95. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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.POSITION SUMMARY

Provides therapy services as part of the multidisciplinary treatment team to patients primarily in adult and geriatric age groups with occasional, limited pediatric and adolescent patients. May function as clinical instructor for therapy students.

The Nursing Director holds 24-hour accountability for the quality of patient care, efficiency of operations, and human resources management for the of the area(s) assigned. S/he will assist the Chief Nursing Officer and executive/leadership team in accomplishing the strategic plan and upholding the values of the organization. The Nursing Director is accountable for: Achieving national and organizational benchmarks; Adhering to state, federal, and accreditiating body regulations; Advancing the mission, vision and objectives of the organization; Advocating for the needs of the population served; Assuring responsibility for disaster planning and effectively leading in emergency situations; Demonstrating a sound knowledge base and competencies in areas of accountability and leadership; Developing, implementing, and monitoring the budget to meet established targets and facilitate the effective allocation of human and material management; Exhibiting a professional and positive image as a leader and nurse; Meeting/exceeding patients’, physicians’ and internal clients’ needs in a changing, competitive health care market. The Nursing Director holds 24 hours accountability for the quality of patient care, efficiency of operations, and human resources management for the units assigned. Patient care and services are carried out in collaboration with hospital administration and the medical staff and in compliance with organizational goals and appropriate regulatory agency requirements. Essential Duties:Displays understanding of governing regulations, Title 22, and JCAHO requirements, defining and maintaining the standards of nursing practice while ensuring consistency with the hospital standards. Contributes to the development and implementation of a unit-based performance improvement program which complies with JCAHO, Title 22, and other applicable regulatory agencies.Responsible for identifying and implementing cross-training ideas and changes in staff design and task distribution which promotes a more effective method of service delivery, ensuring that the care is safe, legal and is customer service oriented. Facilitates the training of nursing students and other students as necessary in coordination with the Education Department.Contributes to developing and monitoring the operational budget each year, continually analyzing both positive and negative variances, and using the budget as a tool to finding more effective methods of care delivery. Participates in planning and goal setting for the nursing department and for own unit of responsibility.Promotes effective communication and working relationships within the nursing areas, and between nursing staff, physicians, and other departments. Serves as a coach and mentor.Participates in establishing systems within the departments which support and practice shared governance management philosophy. Contributes to the development of customer service standards and expectations. Assists in establishing methods for monitoring employee, patient and physician satisfaction with the services provided within the departmentCoordinates and integrates department services on intradepartmental, interdepartmental, and hospital wide levels.Plans for provision of services through provision of appropriate levels of qualified, competent staff. Policies and procedures are in place to support scope of services.Monitor space/resource requirements and utilization of outside resources.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Degree in Nursing.Req 5 years Experience in a formal management position.Req 5 years Experience as an RN required.Req Prior management experience in area of specialtyReq Excellent communication skills both oral and written.Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.Req Commitment to continuous quality improvement and results driven outcomes.Req Ability to build credibility as a champion for patient care, quality and the professional practice of nursing.Req Committed to the development of professional practices.Req Organization/time management skills.Req Ability to lead change while achieving business goals and objectives.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Pref Specialty Certification.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Valid California License.Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.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 annual base salary range for this position is $158,080.00 – $260,832.00. 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.

As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of patient care and education to the patient and family in accordance with the standards, policies, and practices in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment.Essential Duties:Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals.Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process.ASSESSMENT Appropriately completes Nursing Assessment upon patient admission, at each shift and with change of condition. Completes patient acuity by 0200/1400 daily.DIAGNOSIS Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses.PLAN Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. Documents expected/projected patient outcomes. Reviews/Revises/Updates Plans of Care daily based on evaluation and interpretation of patient outcomes.INTERVENTION Administers medication and IV therapy appropriately at prescribed intervals. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy at prescribed intervals. Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate. Manages restraint use per policy Attempts alternative non-restraint measures first. Assures complete MD order per policy. Ensures MD assessment per policy. Assures patient monitoring per policy. Ensures Restraint Audit Form is completed each shift.DOCUMENTATION Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms: Admission Assessment Pain scale assessment and reassessment before and after intervention Daily flow sheet Restraint flow sheet Diabetes flow sheet Educational flow sheet Kardex Care Plan Risk Assessment & Reassessment upon Fall MAR Equipment & Supplies Intra and Inter Facility Transfer Forms Belonging Tracking Form Ensures orders are transcribed and signed off prior to the end of the shift. Completes 12h/24h chart checksEDUCATION Provides patient/family education as needed Room/unit orientation Plan of Care Identifies knowledge deficits related to diagnoses and care Uses and provides MICROMEDEX information to patients and families.TRANSFER & DISCHARGE Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork is completed. Ensures belongings are sent with patient.EQUIPMENT Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines IV pump Feeding pump PCA pump Epidural pump Sequential compression device Wound VAC Heating pad/pumpCOMMUNCATION Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family: Shift to shift report Physician Rounds Patient/family interactions MDP Rounds Hand-Off reports Facility E-mail Student/New employee/Contract employeeORGANIZATION Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime. Completes shift on time.OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals Patient identifiers Unapproved abbreviations Universal Protocol (Procedural Time Out) Hand-Off Medication Reconciliation Clinical Alarms Other Hazardous waste management Biohazard Medication Sharps HIPAA OSHA requirements (i.e. no food or drink in clinical areas) JCAHO – continuous survey readiness Critical Values § Write Down § Read Back § Follow up Telephone order § Appropriate § Documented § Signed, Timed and Dated § Stamped § Entered into unit log Maintains safe practice in the work environment § Correct body mechanics § Electrical safety § Infection Control Procedures § Hand WashingMANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N) Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with THA. (6N) Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with TKA. (6N) Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with spinal surgery (6S) Demonstrates the ability to maintain isolation precautions, respiratory and nutrition care specific to cystic fibrosis patients. (6S) Demonstrates the ability to manage medications and maintain protective isolation precautions for patients with abdominal organ transplants (6S) Institutes safety precautions and skin care for patients with hepatic encephalopathy.MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT/S Demonstrates the ability to manage complex critically ill patients. Neurosurgery, thoracic-forgut, gastric bypass, orthopedic. Liver/kidney/pancreas transplants, hepatobiliary. Open heart, heart and lung transplants. Demonstrates the ability to manage advanced therapeutic modalities. Hemodynamic monitoring. Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT, CVVHD). Ventriculostomy, intracranial pressure monitoring. Ventricular assist devices, balloon pumps.MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS Demonstrates the ability to manage high acuity patients requiring specialized monitoring and care. Status post open heart, heart transplant, lung transplant. Status post liver/kidney transplants, orthopedics, hepatobiliary, general surgeries. Status post thoracic-forgut, gastric bypass, neurology, neurosurgery. Demonstrates the ability to manage advanced therapeutic modalities. Ventilator care. Arterial/CVP lines. Ventricular assist devices. Lumbar drains.MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT Initiates, performs and terminates all dialysis treatments according to policy and dialysis standards of care. Reviews all orders and labs prior to initiating treatments. Informs patient of treatment plan. Completes all documentation completely and according to policy on the dialysis treatment record. Performs all pre-treatment safety checks. Performs appropriate machine maintenance according to dialysis policies and procedures. Checks charts for dialysis orders prior to arriving on the unit with the dialysis equipment. Calls physicians for orders early in the shift when orders for dialysis have been placed, but no treatment orders are written. Completes med/surg dialysis treatments on 3S whenever there are more than 2 med/surg patients scheduled.MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT Engages patients in therapeutic interactions Maintains therapeutic milieu Assesses and monitors for patient safety including: Contraband assessment upon admission, change of shift and prn. Initiates and participates in treatment planning. Monitors locked doors into and out of the unit. Logs in Visitors and assesses for contraband. Follows patients’ legal status q shift and communicates with Department of Mental Health and other agencies as required Administers psychotropic medications only after proper consent and documentation Initiates and participates in treatment planning. Submit Fire Arms Reporting FormBEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS Demonstrates de-escalation techniques as an effort to prevent the need for behavioral restraint/seclusion. Applies behavioral restraint/seclusion when appropriate. Continuously monitors patients for safety (or delegates as appropriate). Ensures physician assessment of patient within 1 hour of application of restraint/seclusion and then at least every 8 hours. Obtains physician orders per policy. Notifies Manager of all behavioral restraint incidences. Contacts significant other as allowed by patient. Completes debriefing, with patient if appropriate, after the incident.QUALITY MEASURES § Accurately identifies patient that fit Core Measure criteria § Completes Core Measure Documentation § Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvements related to Nurse Sensitive Quality IndicatorsPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities Relief Charge Nurse Nursing committees/councils Hospital Teams Unit Based Projects Research Published peer review articleBONUS POINTS § Preceptor (5) § Professional Certification (5) § More than 8 Non-mandatory CEH (3) § USCUH Nurse Week Recognition (5) § Monthly Hospital or Unit Spirit Award Winner (1) § Public nursing recognition (3)Performs 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 Acute inpatient hospital experience as RN in the United StatesReq 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.Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.Req Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.Preferred Qualifications: Required 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 Association *Required for Departments: Intensive Care, Step-down, Telemetry. RNs without prior telemetry or critical care experience will be required to obtain ACLS within 180 days or by the end of orientation, whichever is sooner.Pref Specialty CertificationThe hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 – $95.00. 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.

The Imaging Systems Engineer, Principal will be expected to influence the enhancement of processes, procedures, and workflows for the enterprise clinical imaging environment. Provides guidance and coordinates the activities of cross functional operational support and project teams, ranging from 3 to 10 individuals generally consisting of Information Services staff, operations department experts, and vendor/contractor specialists. Leads strategy development of the enterprise clinical imaging environment with a focus on impact to business operations and interaction with applicable systems. Mentors less experienced team members and provides input on performance evaluations. Leads the team in analyzing issues, identifying root causes, and developing and recommending key work products. Responsible for maintaining close working relationship with clinical department stakeholders and following issues through to closure and recommends functional improvements. Drives and directs quality work efforts including the complex evaluation, development, implementation, integration, and administration of internal and external clinical imaging solutions. Performs complex and often unique work assignments. Advises management on issues. Supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of Keck Medicine of USC. Adept at rapidly building strong partnerships and business relationships in a remote support environment.Essential Duties:Responsible and accountable for the success of the customer relationship, responds thoroughly and promptly to customer needs, follows issues through to closure, and obtains thorough understanding of customer mission, goals, and values. Supports customer’s IT business needs on a 24×7 basis.Ensures leadership and operational stakeholders are kept up-to-date on strategy development, issue escalation, project timelines, resource constraint, and problem resolution. Develops and delivers timely status updates to all stakeholders, facilitates issue collection, resolution, and update meetings, and keeps all teams apprised of health of the department imaging functions.Maintains solid project management and technical competence for assigned solutions grasping the integration and interaction of all supported systems and manages complex initiatives simultaneously.Mentors and guides imaging architects, analysts, and engineers and leads the team in analyzing issues, identifying root causes, and developing and recommending key work products. Drives and directs quality work efforts including the complex evaluation, development, implementation, integration, and administration of internal and external business solutions.Influences the enhancement of processes, procedures, and workflows for the enterprise clinical imaging environment and partners with leadership across the IT department to build imaging support competencies and alignment of resources.Leads development of the enterprise imaging strategy and creates technology roadmaps with thought leadership around long-term strategic solutions. Evaluates and anticipates the impact of technical solutions on related projects, existing architecture, and operations.Serves as the technical Subject Matter Expert across multiple projects for the enterprise imaging environment and prepares technology documents and white papers that address and communicate domain specific concepts and direction. Participates in architectural, technical, change control committees representing domain specific topics, interests and needs.Performs complex and often unique work assignments and other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s degree Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.If no Bachelor’s Degree, must have additional 4 years of experience; however, must have high school diploma.Req 15 years or more Relevant clinical imaging technology support experienceReq Expert application knowledge of designing, installing, maintaining, and configuring clinical imaging systems which include but not limited to: RIS, PACS, Voice Dictation, VNA, Image Imaging AI and dimensional post-processing.Req Advanced systems knowledge and hands-on experience with EMR’s, DICOM, HL7, Medical Devices, Server/Storage, Security (cloud and on-prem), Networking, End-point Engineering.Req Expert level analytical ability to find solutions to difficult technical or administrative problems, determine economic feasibility or available options, and assess time involved in system changes.Req Superior documentation skills and ability to adapt well to rapid change.Req Expert ability to create & maintain strong partnerships with clinical stakeholders and technical resources in remote working environment.Req Communicate clearly, responsively, and purposely with customers and team members.Req Focus on overall team success and promote collaborative achievements.Req Shift easily between different technical and informatics roles as required by situation.Req Ability to respond to 24/7 operational support demands.Req Must resolve problems entirely by either completing the work or gathering all the resources needed for ultimate resolution and continuity of problem management.Req Ability to travel between Keck Medicine of USC facilities.Preferred 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 annual base salary range for this position is $133,120.00 – $219,648.00. 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.

Under the direction of the Clinical Imaging Informatics Director, the Imaging Systems Architect is responsible for the Imaging System’s design, integration, and technical guidance across all imaging areas of Keck Medicine of USC ensuring successful delivery of existing and new imaging solutions. The Imaging Systems Architect will lead the imaging strategy for new business ventures at Keck Medicine of USC and will play a key role as part of the M&A diligence team, focused on evaluating perspective imaging footprints to understand the current imaging landscape and mapping to the future Keck Medicine standard. The Imaging Systems Architect will be instrumental in working with senior IT leadership to develop the Keck standard playbook by which mergers, acquisitions and partnerships will be evaluated and integrated into the Keck organization. The Imaging Systems Architect will be the technical lead on imaging projects and lead by influence example through appropriate participation, technical guidance, involvement in, and oversight of projects and activities. As needed, this position will mentor and guide team members with best practices for clinical imaging systems and will work collaboratively with other team members to foster an environment of respect, open communication and cross functional expertise.Essential Duties:Solution Delivery and Oversight Validates clinical imaging technical approach and monitors risks associated with project implementations, engaging when necessary to manage risk in clinical imaging projects. Designs high-level clinical imaging systems/components and the relationships between them to satisfy project or business requirements. Clearly articulates separation of responsibilities between different IT teams and systems that make up overall solution. Articulates and documents clear, coherent logical and detailed models for data, software and infrastructure technology aspects of solutions that support end-user business processes. Evaluates solution alternatives and options with all stakeholders, taking into consideration tradeoffs between project, technical and overall solution quality objectives. Assesses short-term vs. ideal solution tradeoffs. Validates technical approach and monitors risks associated with design decisions, business requirements and project team execution. Provides oversight for consistent technical deliverables across the system delivery lifecycle, from project inception through requirements, development, testing and production. This may include overall solution accountability through an entire system lifecycle, including development lead responsibilities when necessary. Recognizes and proposes process improvement opportunities for recurring issues or risks in clinical imaging system implementation and maintenance.Governance and Standards Develops and maintains roadmaps for the Imaging Director and CTO to align with technology strategic objectives, including introducing or sun-setting technologies and/or vendors. Sets a consistent long-term vision for the business systems under their supervision. Drives technology standards that affect business owners and have cross-organization impact. Designs solutions that fit within organizational standards and aligns with available strategic frameworks for managing clinical imaging technology investments. Stays current on multiple clinical imaging technologies and industry trends through vendor relationships, professional organizations, and network of fellow architects. Drives reuse of existing clinical imaging systems across multiple solutions, in support of technology roadmaps for rationalization, service oriented architectures or productivity. Proposes opportunities to revise technology standards to meet project objectives. Proves out new potential technologies in low-risk scenarios in close conjunction with technical architecture and engineering team-expertise.Soft Skills Leads business and technical imaging system organizations in a consistent architectural vision and framework. Uses leadership to gain ongoing buy-in from both executives and business teams on strategic roadmaps. Trains and mentors staff, as needed, to improve overall competency of Clinical Imaging system implementation teams. Leverages knowledge and experience in a non-confrontational way that builds confidence and relationships across groups. Drives discussions and technical approach to support program and large project milestones. Guides implementation teams to respond to change in project direction, executive guidance, and other constraints. Facilitates discussions for determining technical approach to support project management milestones. Analyzes new information and issues to provide responsive, constructive feedback to implementation teams, based on delivery of business objectives and minimizing project risk. Drives high-quality imaging solution implementation through clear communications, fact-driven analysis, and timely decisions. Uses leadership skills to gain approach, milestone, constraint, and implementation buy-in via presentations, written documentation and conceptual and technical diagrams.Project Management May lead cross-functional linked teams to address business or systems issues Ensure business readiness for clinical imaging system implementations. Plan for and ensure quality and timeliness of activities related to design, build and implementation. Responsible for development of project timelines and tracking of contract deliverables. Facilitates the initiation, authorization and commitment of projects, and helps demonstrate business need and project feasibility. Recommends strategies to solve key project issues, and solutions for best possible project outcomes. Manages project teams consisting of executive and professional staff.Hands-on Technical Role Recognizes and mitigates technical competency and skill gaps across systems and implementation teams. Creates programs to improve capabilities in support of business goals. Maintains service oriented architectures or other version control that evolves functions and scope of each Clinical Imaging system. Leverages existing interface design and implementation knowledge to promote reuse and reduce overall solution complexity. Oversees initial implementations of new technologies in project deliverables. Verifies vendor selection processes and novel solutions through Proof of Concept’s to evaluate risk, cost and quality against business needs. Provides expertise in data, software and infrastructure architecture and detailed design. Guides technical implementation teams in their individual design approach to maintain a coherent, high-quality overall solution. Applies hands-on experience in multiple technologies to resolve design issues and guarantee overall solution quality. Defines or develops key technical interfaces and components in conjunction with clinical imaging and engineering teams, especially complex design patterns, significant data schema, and initial implementations of new technologies. Recognizes vendor management and technology issues and develops mitigation plans.Other Duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biomed, Computer Science or a related field or equivalent work experienceMinimum nine (9) years of relevant business if no Bachelor’s degreeReq 5 years Minimum five (5) years’ experience supporting clinical imaging technology environments *Minimum nine (9) years of relevant business if no Bachelor’s degreeReq Expert level knowledge of DICOM, HL7 and IHEReq Demonstrated ability to support imaging system interfacesReq Expert level knowledge of Imaging Modalities (XR, US, MRI, CT, Nuclear, Mammo, EKG)Req Expert level knowledge of LAN/WAN, Wired/Wireless networking technologiesReq Expert level knowledge of computer hardware (Advanced Workstations, Diagnostic monitors)Req Solid understanding of multiple disciplines such as operating systems, virtualization, networking, integration, software development, endpoint devices, security or cloud servicesReq Excellent critical and analytical thinking and excellent customer service skillsReq Excellent written and verbal communication skillsReq Advanced infrastructure design skillsPreferred Qualifications:Pref Certification – Job Relevant Certifications by PARCA *Engineer Senior – Certified PACS Interface Analyst Exam (CPIA) and the Certified PACS Systems Analyst (CPSA)Pref Certification – Job Relevant Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP)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 annual base salary range for this position is $133,120.00 – $219,648.00. 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.

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 Department of Population and Public Health Sciences (DPPHS) in the University of Southern California’s Keck School of Medicine is undertaking searches faculty members aligned with a variety of disciplines and areas of interest as part of an ambitious program of development and growth.  With a base of over 110 core faculty members and over 800 students, and recognized as one of the nation’s premier institutions of population health and public health sciences with over $50M in external funding for research in 2024, the DPM is building on current strengths to promote the transdisciplinary research and training needed to address today’s many pressing population health issues  – current and future pandemics, tobacco and substance abuse, pollution and climate change, health disparities with attention to race, sex, age, socio-economic status and other relevant factors, unsustainable healthcare systems, and understanding the risk factors that continue to drive obesity, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, dementia and cognitive impairments, and other chronic diseases.  The DPM’s scholars recognize that these challenges are over-lapping and inter-connected in ways that demand coordinated and integrated evidence-based solutions that utilize ‘big data’ and state of the art analysis methods to identify novel risk factors and associated “precision public health and medicine” and policy approaches to improve human health.  To do so, the DPPHS conducts research that leverages its location in one of the largest and most diverse populations in the urban U.S.– Los Angeles County– as well as its collaborations with partners in other communities in the US and in locations around the world.  We look forward to receiving expressions of interest and applications for our faculty positions from outstanding scholars aligned with this vision.  The Department of Population and Public Health Sciences at the University of Southern California invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in the area of Data Analytics as applied to large complex data sets that address development and prevention of multiple health risk behaviors.  We seek an accomplished scientist  with a PhD or equivalent degree in any relevant discipline including Public Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Computer/Information Sciences with experience and research interest in one or more of the following areas: computational social science, social media analysis, and/or online technologies for delivering preventive interventions.  In addition, the successful candidate should be familiar with one or more of the following types of large data:  ecological momentary assessment, social media, longitudinal survey, geospatial data, archival health data, and/or systems science.  Applicants should document their use of specific computational tools such as R, Python, C++, Stata, SAS, etc.   The successful applicant will be expected to have an active NIH or equivalent funded research program, evidence of peer-reviewed publication productivity, and evidence of leadership or leadership potential in national organizations or conferences. The faculty appointment will be in the Division of Health Behavior Research (HBR), which includes diverse faculty from different disciplines, including Psychology, Public Health, Sociology, Statistics, Communication, and Ecology.  HBR faculty investigate a wide range of health risk behavior research, including tobacco and substance use, health communications, obesity and physical activity and diet related to obesity risk, cancer survivorship and HIV/STD risk. The Division is well-known for its work across translational spectrum from efficacy to dissemination trials.  The candidate will complement existing methodological faculty who have expertise in social network analysis, systems science, longitudinal latent class and growth mixture modeling, and mixed methods analysis. The interdisciplinary nature of the Division faculty encourages collaborative research, particularly research that is part of program projects, U, or other types of large center-type grants. The candidate will be encouraged to form research collaborations that involve “big data analytics” with other faculty within the division as well as with faculty in other divisions, particularly with faculty in the Divisions of Biostatistics, Cancer Epidemiology, and/or Bioinformatics. The Department, and the Division of Health Behavior Research, has active teaching and training programs at the undergraduate, master’s (e.g., MPH, MS in Health Data Science), doctoral (Ph.D. programs in Health Behavior, Biostatistics, and Epidemiology), and postdoctoral levels. All of these provide the candidate with the opportunity to participate in teaching and form research labs of students who register for research credit, or who are funded as trainees under NIH T32 training programs. The recruitment package is highly competitive, and includes housing assistance, protected time to develop research and coursework, and access to doctoral and postdoctoral trainees for assistance in research.Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a personal research statement, a brief summary of research accomplishments and future goals, and contact information for three references to: Ricky Bluthenthal at ricky.bluthenthal@med.usc.edu.

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and 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 faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is. The USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Fellowship Programs seeks a full-time Program Administrator.  The Mission of the USC Mann Fellowship Program is to create Post-Doctoral Fellowship training programs that develop professionals to meet future needs.  We achieve this by providing innovative, cross-functional, and collaborative training centered on projects while embedded with industry partners. The USC Mann Industry Fellowships are an interdisciplinary partnership providing multi-year fellowships, joint academic and industry research projects, and a culture of belonging and cross-pollination with USC Mann.The Program Administrator is responsible for project management, strategic planning, and program coordination and is accountable for the execution and delivery of all aspects of the Fellowship programs at the USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Accountabilities include, but are not limited to the following:Project Management and Program Administration – Develops and administers project planning and tracking tools to ensure successful execution, delivery, and oversight of the USC Mann Industry Fellowship Program on time and within budget. The Program Administrator will lead and coordinate priority projects, proactively track deliverables and timelines, and identify, mitigate, and manage risks while communicating with key internal and external stakeholders.Event Planning and Meeting Logistics – In collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, plans and executes meetings of up to 100 people, including meeting scheduling, contracting and negotiation with hotels, hospitality and catering vendors, working with AV/logistics and internal USC Events teams, and management, oversight, and risk-management of events to defined scope, timeline, and budget.Process Improvement – Develops and documents clear, effective, standardized, and efficient processes to support administration and oversight of Fellowship programs.  Designs and implements surveys, questionnaires, and data assessments to solicit feedback on meetings, program administration, and fellowship job placements/career outcomes with the spirit of continuous improvement. Budget and Finance – Develops and administers program budgets, working with stakeholders in finance, business operations, human resources and external industry partners to manage purchase orders, invoices and expense reimbursements.  Able to develop guidance, policies, and tracking/reporting tools for effective management of Fellowship Program budgets and provide financial status reports as requested.External Liaison and Program Recruitment – The Program Administrator will serve as a point of contact for Fellows, External Industry Partners, Prospective Students and Applicants, and USC Mann faculty and staff.  The program administrator will be adept with social media, program marketing, developing internal and external newsletters, networking, and collaborating across USC.  In collaboration with USC Mann team and industry partners, the Program Administrator will lead and coordinate a high-volume and competitive recruitment, interview, and selection process.  The Program Administrator will be able to independently resolve questions, solve problems, and maintain up to date knowledge of the Industry Fellowships to ensure key resources, documents, websites, and portals are accurate and up to date.The ideal candidate for this role will consistently exhibit and role-model essential leadership and team working behaviors to succeed in this role, including: Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration, Solution-Orientation, Proactivity, and Customer/Client-Focused.  They will need to be comfortable working with ambiguity, exhibit good judgement, and be able to work with limited supervision.The Program Administrator reports to the Senior Director, Fellowship Programs and will work closely with the Executive Director, Fellowship Programs and other internal and external stakeholders.  The Program Administrator does not have direct reports but will oversee activities supported by a Student Worker. The annual base salary range for this position is $82,000 – $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.Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 3 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related professional experience in area of program specialization.