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The Transplant Director of Clinical Operations is responsible for leading and managing the transplant nurse coordination services, and other services as assigned, within the USC Transplant Service Line and the Transplant Institute. This is inclusive of, but not limited to, Heart, Kidney/Pancreas, Liver, Lung, Vascular Composite Allograft, Living Organ Donation transplantation and mechanical circulatory support (MCS). The Nursing Director holds 24 hours accountability for the quality of patient care, efficiency of the clinical operations, and human resources management for the Transplant Institute programs assigned. The Nursing Director is responsible for design, implementation, and monitoring of the nursing management structure to best support all programs and patients within the care model. The Clinical Director also oversees the nursing operations and the on-going improvement initiatives, through evaluation, execution, and monitoring of nursing services provided by the Transplant Programs. The Nursing Director is a partner in the leadership of Transplant Administration along with Medical, Surgical, and Administrative leadership within the Transplant Institute. The Nursing Director collaborates closely with the Medical and Surgical Directors of each program and works as a facilitator in the identification and resolution of issues related to transplant nursing clinical practices. As a key member of the Transplant Administration team, the Nursing Director also participates in nursing-related budgeting, planning, development, productivity, and provides the nursing perspective for marketing/outreach initiatives. The Transplant Nursing Director is required to take 24-hour Administrative Call during the week, weekends, and holidays.Essential Duties:Operations and Human Resources Management 30% Direct supervision and mentoring of clinical managers and supervisors. Responsible for the nursing-related budget planning and monitors use of nursing staff resources Analyzes nurse staffing and provides recommendations for staffing levels and work schedules to support program goals and patient needs. Responsible for recruitment, hiring, management of personnel in accordance with appropriate hiring guidelines. Ensures that annual and other required nurse training requirements are met. Maintains ongoing knowledge of legislative, social, and regulatory changes impacting the health care delivery system, with specific focus on transplantation services. Participates in Local, Regional, and National Committees through the OPO and OPTN/UNOS. Attends Regional and National Meetings in order to be kept up to date on Regional and National initiatives, policy changes, and participates in Public commentQuality and Process Improvement 35% 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 (CMS – Transplant Regulations and OPTN/NOS). Analyzes nursing patient management processes, recommends, and implements changes to improve quality, efficacy, and timeliness of nursing coordinator and program services. Evaluates effectiveness of transplant nursing care plans and associated documentation policies and procedures. Develops and implements improvement strategies as necessary. Develops and implements transplant nursing care standards of practice, competencies, and directs transplant nursing operations. Works with Medical & Surgical Directors, Administrators, and nursing staff to develop, maintain and update clinical procedures and protocols associated with transplant patient care. Develops and maintains associated clinical practice guidelines and manuals.Leadership and Strategic Management 30% Provides effective direction to clinical managers, guidance, training, on-going education, and supervision of all transplant nurses, nurse practitioners, and other roles, assuring maximum quality of care, patient satisfaction, efficient practice, effective teamwork, and adherence to procedures and standards. Works with administrative directors and practice managers to help resolve technical and operational issue, including optimization of operational flow through associated nursing and support staff task assignments. Guides resolution related to nursing personnel issues/problems Participates and contributes to the transplant program strategic planning & development of short and long-term goals providing a focused nursing perspective for this work. Maintains composure and professional communication in all interactions with surgeons, potential recipients, Organ and Tissue Donation Staff, donor hospital staff and the staff at Keck Medical Center of USC.Performs other duties as assigned. 5%Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s degree NursingReq 5 years years of combined clinical experience in organ donation and/or transplantationReq 5 years leadership experience in an organ transplant programReq Experience working in solid organ programs (e.g. heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas)Preferred Qualifications:Pref Master’s degree NursingRequired 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) The annual base salary range for this position is $174,720.00 – $288,288.00. 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 a Medical Assistant II, the incumbent will provide support to medical care providers in an outpatient/clinic setting such as, but not limited to, room patients, set up equipment and instruments, assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, cleans and stocks exam rooms, and provides proper documentation in electronic patient chart. Additionally, patient-care duties include recording systemic history, obtaining pertinent vitals, performing appropriate diagnostics, and preparing/assisting with minor procedures. Assist with administrative duties including patient follow up calls, prescription refills, clinic preparation, file preparation, appointment scheduling, submission of billing, insurance verification, sending dictations, and insurance verification. The medical assistant is also responsible for keeping the provider moving in the office and will be expected to provide some patient education. Daily interactions with staff, supervisor, and doctors, as well as periodic meetings with departmental leader(s). Incumbent is expected to work with minimal supervision; periodic and regular progress checks are performed to evaluate and adjust workload accordingly. In addition, the Medical Assistant II will provide administrative and front office support including greeting patients, performing patient check-in/out processes, collecting patient payments, performing insurance verification, scheduling procedures, patient follow-up appointments and/or ancillary testing, obtaining records/authorizations, and creating encounter(s) in patient registration system(s). Uphold smooth patient flow throughout the front office experience to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.Essential Duties:Clinical DutiesAccurately document, record, and update patient’s medical history, and all other medical information as requested by provider, in electronic and/or paper medical record.Perform all necessary tests for providers to adequately diagnose patients.May perform screening tests, including vision, EKG test, pulmonary function test and other tests within scope of practice as ordered.May perform laboratory duties to include, e.g.; drawing blood, obtaining blood specimens for testing, urine analysis, and urine and throat cultures as needed and ordered.May administer immunizations, injections and medication, within scope of practice and as per provider’s orders, and complies with immunization and medication administration handling and storage policy and procedure.Provide assistance to physicians during minor procedures by setting up instruments and medications, responding to physician needs during procedure and prepare instruments after procedure for reprocessing.Process patient requests for medication refills including contacting pharmacies to order prescription refills. Determine the need for physician review of prescription refills.Be willing to be trained and use newer technologies (training will be provided).Assist and educate patients on how to take their medications.Handle daily schedule to assure that patients are seen at proper intervals.Maintain equipment and supplies for patient examination rooms. This includes dating topical medications and removing expired materials.Properly clean/disinfect instruments and equipment routinely.Prepare the necessary supplies for diagnostic testing, exams, and procedures.Provide basic maintenance of all clinic equipment.Ensure instruments and devices are clean, fully functional, and sterilized if necessary.Ensure rooms are stocked daily with medications and supplies, place orders as necessary and appropriate.Consult with physician concerning test results and alert physician to positive test results or test abnormalities.Report patient concerns, symptoms, reactions, and changes to licensed clinic personnel.Serve as liaison between the medical staff and patients to answer questions, coordinate patient care, and/or provide patient education.Monitor and track work requests.Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with organizational safety policies and according to applicable regulations; maintain a neat workstation and environment.Maintain confidentiality of all records and information related to patients, physicians, employees, the University and in related interests.Obtain, document and update in appropriate system(s) all necessary patient information.Provide technical support services where needed.General Administrative DutiesTriage patient issues to achieve timely resolution. Resolve patient problems related to such matters as billing, coordination of patient tests, appointments, and/or medical records.Respond to patient messages and/or voicemails, same day.Respond to requests by doctors and technical staff during clinic. Make phone-calls as requested and obtain records as needed.For cancellations and no-shows, follow appropriate steps as per policy.Maintain clinic/patient flow, balancing patient registration requirements, patient appointment times, and non-appointment activities.Serve as a liaison between outpatient clinics and programs in administrative matters. Help to maintain a therapeutic atmosphere by providing a supportive interface between patients, providers, and staff.Assist providers in performing schedule changes.Review active worklist(s) and address patient account needs.Always maintain and protect patient confidentiality.Keep clinic and patient reception area(s) organized and neat.Maintain adequate levels of front and back-office supplies.Assist with abstracting, scanning, and cataloging paper records into the electronic record.Support and participate in department huddles and team meetings.Demonstrate KNOWN service standards.Greet Patients and Perform Check-In/Out ProcessInterface with electronic medical records and scheduling system(s).Provide excellent customer service.Verify/update demographic and insurance information.Confirm/obtain Primary Care Provider and Referring Provider information.Scan insurance/ID card(s) and any other pertinent insurance material(s).Explain consent/HIPAA forms and noncovered services forms to patient and obtain patient’s signature(s) on all relevant forms.Assure patient has completed patient questionnaire(s), as needed.For managed care patients, assure that preauthorization is present, when needed, and that preauthorization is accurate.Accurately collect co-payments/deductibles and patient’s fees for services via check, cash, or credit card and document, per protocol.Arrive patients using the proper registration system(s).Politely inform patients of possible delays relating to their appointments.Collate chart appropriately.Perform patient encounter in computer system(s).Schedule future appointments, procedures, ancillary testing and/or enter recalls as indicated by patient’s provider(s).Provide disposable dark glasses (i.e., mydriatic specs) for patient’s that have been dilated.Make calls for patient transportation, upon appropriate patient request.Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with organizational safety policies and according to applicable regulations; maintain a neat workstation and environment.Maintain confidentiality of all records and information that pertains to patients, physicians, employees, the organization and in related interests.Patient Registration and Appointment SchedulingObtain, document and update in appropriate system(s) all necessary patient information. This involves interaction with various insurance companies, and other payors/institutions.Verify coverage with appropriate insurance or health care plan carrier.Accurately coordinate the registration, referral, and scheduling activities of the assigned area(s).Ensure patients are accurately scheduled.Input validated patient registration information into the organization’s information systems.Routinely review existing scheduling templates for future appointment availability in order to effectively schedule patient’s appointments.Answer telephone lines and make necessary patient accommodations in the assigned Hospital Operations/Ambulatory Services location.Provide information to callers regarding the department and its patient care services.Correctly enter patients’ recalls for patients’ future visits in the appropriate practice management systems.For patients wishing to be seen in other geographic areas, make appointments with conveniently located clinical faculty.Appointment-making includes obtaining pre-authorizations and other documentation, as appropriate. “Other documentation” may include, for example, pertinent notes from previously seen providers.Provide location and office hours of emergency services to patients who state they are experiencing an emergency.Perform other duties or projects, as assigned, or requested.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program.Req 1 year Experience in outpatient or ambulatory clinic settingReq Experience with an electronic medical record (EMR)Req Ability to analyze clinical and administrative information and determine appropriate course(s) of action to resolve conflicts and discrepancies.Req Ability to interact effectively with patients, staff, and physicians.Req Ability to multitask effectively.Req Ability to work as a team member in hospital operations/ambulatory services setting.Req Ability to work with Microsoft Word & Excel software.Req Ability to write concisely and clearly, edit, and proofread to ensure grammatically correct and factual correspondence.Req Demonstrate professional and effective work skills to handle all responsibilities within a fast-paced, high pressure setting.Req Knowledge and proficiency with insurance.Req Knowledge of Medical/CCS billing/authorization guidelines.Req Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of patient-related testing equipment.Req Skill in acquiring accurate medical histories.Req Strong insurance verification and pre-registration background.Req Strong organizational and follow-up skills.Req Working knowledge of basic medical terminology and diseases.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: 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 $22.00 – $34.18. 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 a Medical Assistant II, the incumbent will provide support to medical care providers in an outpatient/clinic setting such as, but not limited to, room patients, set up equipment and instruments, assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, cleans and stocks exam rooms, and provides proper documentation in electronic patient chart. Additionally, patient-care duties include recording systemic history, obtaining pertinent vitals, performing appropriate diagnostics, and preparing/assisting with minor procedures. Assist with administrative duties including patient follow up calls, prescription refills, clinic preparation, file preparation, appointment scheduling, submission of billing, insurance verification, sending dictations, and insurance verification. The medical assistant is also responsible for keeping the provider moving in the office and will be expected to provide some patient education. Daily interactions with staff, supervisor, and doctors, as well as periodic meetings with departmental leader(s). Incumbent is expected to work with minimal supervision; periodic and regular progress checks are performed to evaluate and adjust workload accordingly. In addition, the Medical Assistant II will provide administrative and front office support including greeting patients, performing patient check-in/out processes, collecting patient payments, performing insurance verification, scheduling procedures, patient follow-up appointments and/or ancillary testing, obtaining records/authorizations, and creating encounter(s) in patient registration system(s). Uphold smooth patient flow throughout the front office experience to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.Essential Duties:Clinical DutiesAccurately document, record, and update patient’s medical history, and all other medical information as requested by provider, in electronic and/or paper medical record.Perform all necessary tests for providers to adequately diagnose patients.May perform screening tests, including vision, EKG test, pulmonary function test and other tests within scope of practice as ordered.May perform laboratory duties to include, e.g.; drawing blood, obtaining blood specimens for testing, urine analysis, and urine and throat cultures as needed and ordered.May administer immunizations, injections and medication, within scope of practice and as per provider’s orders, and complies with immunization and medication administration handling and storage policy and procedure.Provide assistance to physicians during minor procedures by setting up instruments and medications, responding to physician needs during procedure and prepare instruments after procedure for reprocessing.Process patient requests for medication refills including contacting pharmacies to order prescription refills. Determine the need for physician review of prescription refills.Be willing to be trained and use newer technologies (training will be provided).Assist and educate patients on how to take their medications.Handle daily schedule to assure that patients are seen at proper intervals.Maintain equipment and supplies for patient examination rooms. This includes dating topical medications and removing expired materials.Properly clean/disinfect instruments and equipment routinely.Prepare the necessary supplies for diagnostic testing, exams, and procedures.Provide basic maintenance of all clinic equipment.Ensure instruments and devices are clean, fully functional, and sterilized if necessary.Ensure rooms are stocked daily with medications and supplies, place orders as necessary and appropriate.Consult with physician concerning test results and alert physician to positive test results or test abnormalities.Report patient concerns, symptoms, reactions, and changes to licensed clinic personnel.Serve as liaison between the medical staff and patients to answer questions, coordinate patient care, and/or provide patient education.Monitor and track work requests.Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with organizational safety policies and according to applicable regulations; maintain a neat workstation and environment.Maintain confidentiality of all records and information related to patients, physicians, employees, the University and in related interests.Obtain, document and update in appropriate system(s) all necessary patient information.Provide technical support services where needed.General Administrative DutiesTriage patient issues to achieve timely resolution. Resolve patient problems related to such matters as billing, coordination of patient tests, appointments, and/or medical records.Respond to patient messages and/or voicemails, same day.Respond to requests by doctors and technical staff during clinic. Make phone-calls as requested and obtain records as needed.For cancellations and no-shows, follow appropriate steps as per policy.Maintain clinic/patient flow, balancing patient registration requirements, patient appointment times, and non-appointment activities.Serve as a liaison between outpatient clinics and programs in administrative matters. Help to maintain a therapeutic atmosphere by providing a supportive interface between patients, providers, and staff.Assist providers in performing schedule changes.Review active worklist(s) and address patient account needs.Always maintain and protect patient confidentiality.Keep clinic and patient reception area(s) organized and neat.Maintain adequate levels of front and back-office supplies.Assist with abstracting, scanning, and cataloging paper records into the electronic record.Support and participate in department huddles and team meetings.Demonstrate KNOWN service standards.Greet Patients and Perform Check-In/Out ProcessInterface with electronic medical records and scheduling system(s).Provide excellent customer service.Verify/update demographic and insurance information.Confirm/obtain Primary Care Provider and Referring Provider information.Scan insurance/ID card(s) and any other pertinent insurance material(s).Explain consent/HIPAA forms and noncovered services forms to patient and obtain patient’s signature(s) on all relevant forms.Assure patient has completed patient questionnaire(s), as needed.For managed care patients, assure that preauthorization is present, when needed, and that preauthorization is accurate.Accurately collect co-payments/deductibles and patient’s fees for services via check, cash, or credit card and document, per protocol.Arrive patients using the proper registration system(s).Politely inform patients of possible delays relating to their appointments.Collate chart appropriately.Perform patient encounter in computer system(s).Schedule future appointments, procedures, ancillary testing and/or enter recalls as indicated by patient’s provider(s).Provide disposable dark glasses (i.e., mydriatic specs) for patient’s that have been dilated.Make calls for patient transportation, upon appropriate patient request.Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with organizational safety policies and according to applicable regulations; maintain a neat workstation and environment.Maintain confidentiality of all records and information that pertains to patients, physicians, employees, the organization and in related interests.Patient Registration and Appointment SchedulingObtain, document and update in appropriate system(s) all necessary patient information. This involves interaction with various insurance companies, and other payors/institutions.Verify coverage with appropriate insurance or health care plan carrier.Accurately coordinate the registration, referral, and scheduling activities of the assigned area(s).Ensure patients are accurately scheduled.Input validated patient registration information into the organization’s information systems.Routinely review existing scheduling templates for future appointment availability in order to effectively schedule patient’s appointments.Answer telephone lines and make necessary patient accommodations in the assigned Hospital Operations/Ambulatory Services location.Provide information to callers regarding the department and its patient care services.Correctly enter patients’ recalls for patients’ future visits in the appropriate practice management systems.For patients wishing to be seen in other geographic areas, make appointments with conveniently located clinical faculty.Appointment-making includes obtaining pre-authorizations and other documentation, as appropriate. “Other documentation” may include, for example, pertinent notes from previously seen providers.Provide location and office hours of emergency services to patients who state they are experiencing an emergency.Perform other duties or projects, as assigned, or requested.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program.Req 1 year Experience in outpatient or ambulatory clinic settingReq Experience with an electronic medical record (EMR)Req Ability to analyze clinical and administrative information and determine appropriate course(s) of action to resolve conflicts and discrepancies.Req Ability to interact effectively with patients, staff, and physicians.Req Ability to multitask effectively.Req Ability to work as a team member in hospital operations/ambulatory services setting.Req Ability to work with Microsoft Word & Excel software.Req Ability to write concisely and clearly, edit, and proofread to ensure grammatically correct and factual correspondence.Req Demonstrate professional and effective work skills to handle all responsibilities within a fast-paced, high pressure setting.Req Knowledge and proficiency with insurance.Req Knowledge of Medical/CCS billing/authorization guidelines.Req Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of patient-related testing equipment.Req Skill in acquiring accurate medical histories.Req Strong insurance verification and pre-registration background.Req Strong organizational and follow-up skills.Req Working knowledge of basic medical terminology and diseases.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: 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 $22.00 – $34.18. 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 USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Southern California (USC Norris) was founded in 1971 and has been continuously funded as an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. USC Norris has a rich tradition of collaborative research and serves as a major regional and national resource for cancer research, prevention, treatment and education.   The Flow Cytometry and Immune Monitoring Core (FCIM) at the USC Norris is seeking a self-motivated Research Lab Technician II to support clinical and laboratory research efforts at the Cancer Center.  The successful candidate should have: 1) at least 1 year hands-on experienced in basic or clinical research, particularly isolation of primary cells; 2) team-oriented research experience; and 3) excellent oral and written communication skills and work well with people. Job AccountabilitiesUnder the supervision of the Technical Director, the Research Lab Technician II will provide routine and specific laboratory support for Immune Monitoring and Flow Cytometry services. The responsibilities include (but are not limited) to:Learn new technologies quickly, such as blood processing and cell isolation.Prepare, operate and maintain equipment.Manage inventory of specimens.Process and store human specimens (e.g. blood, solid tumors, urine and stool).Order and maintain laboratory materials and supplies.Prepare technical reports, papers and presentations.   Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in life sciencePreferred Experience: at least 2 year hands-on research experience in basic or clinical research, particularly isolation and culturing human PBMC from blood samples. Supervises – Nature of WorkPreferred Field of Expertise: blood processing and isolation of human primary cellsSpecial Instructions to Applicants Complete the Workday applicationThe hourly rate range for this position is $24.50 – $26.55. 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 consideration.Minimum Education: High school or equivalent, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 6 – 12 months, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written

The Division of Film and Television Production within the School of Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California is seeking an experienced professional in the film and television industry to fill a full-time non-tenure position to teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced-level courses in Virtual Production.  Qualified candidates will have substantial professional experience in Virtual Production.  Applicants should possess Virtual Production credits in feature film and television.   The ideal candidate will have some teaching experience.  A commitment to mentoring students toward achieving their educational and career goals is crucial.  The candidate must have experience using the Unreal Engine, Motion Capture, and other Visual Effects techniques. They will also be responsible for advancing the technology for the Virtual Production program.The Division of Film and Television Production offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts and the Master of Fine Arts degrees. The primary goals of the degree programs in film and television production are to develop the student’s ability to express original ideas on film or video and to instill a thorough understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of motion pictures and television. Courses in Virtual Production provide individual and group filmmaking experiences and the opportunity to learn all aspects of filmmaking in a collaborative environment. Our Virtual Production classes focus on students learning Unreal Engine and Motion Capture to create a short CG film or Previs with basic animation and hybrid films that combine traditional film production with virtual production elements.Minimum Education: BA degree and/or equivalentMinimum Experience: A minimum of five years of professional experience in the film and television industryPreferred Education:  MFA degreePreferred Experience: Teaching experience and a minimum of ten years of professional experience in the film and television industry3-5 years of motion capture and performance capture technologies and setupExperience with Unreal Engine using switchboard, blueprints, sequencer, environment building toolsOn-set experience in LED volume operation using UE5 would be a bonusCreative filmmaking experience from script to postAbility to put together a Syllabus (or adapt the existing one)Knowledge of 3D workflow and software such as Maya, Blender, etc.Visual Effects and compositing skills for greenscreen keying, roto, mattes, integration of live action into another environmentLighting skillsKnowledge of color space and theoryStorytelling skillsCameras & CinematographyPhotogrammetryCommunicating well with studentsCommunicating and collaborating with the faculty and heads of Virtual ProductionStaying abreast of the latest techniquesThe annual base salary range for this position is as shown below:Assistant Professor: $83,000 – $90,000Associate Professor: $88,000 – $ 104,000Professor: $100,000 – $125,000This is a 9-month full-time, non-tenure/tenure track open-rank position.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, and external market and organizational considerations.

As a Medical Assistant II, the incumbent will provide support to medical care providers in an outpatient/clinic setting such as, but not limited to, room patients, set up equipment and instruments, assist providers with performing, exams and procedures, cleans and stocks exam rooms, and provides proper documentation in electronic patient chart. Additionally, patient-care duties include recording systemic history, obtaining pertinent vitals, performing appropriate diagnostics, and preparing/assisting with minor procedures. Assist with administrative duties including patient follow up calls, prescription refills, clinic preparation, file preparation, appointment scheduling, submission of billing, insurance verification, sending dictations, and insurance verification. The medical assistant is also responsible for keeping the provider moving in the office and will be expected to provide some patient education. Daily interactions with staff, supervisor, and doctors, as well as periodic meetings with departmental leader(s). Incumbent is expected to work with minimal supervision; periodic and regular progress checks are performed to evaluate and adjust workload accordingly. In addition, the Medical Assistant II will provide administrative and front office support including greeting patients, performing patient check-in/out processes, collecting patient payments, performing insurance verification, scheduling procedures, patient follow-up appointments and/or ancillary testing, obtaining records/authorizations, and creating encounter(s) in patient registration system(s). Uphold smooth patient flow throughout the front office experience to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.Essential Duties:Clinical DutiesAccurately document, record, and update patient’s medical history, and all other medical information as requested by provider, in electronic and/or paper medical record.Perform all necessary tests for providers to adequately diagnose patients.May perform screening tests, including vision, EKG test, pulmonary function test and other tests within scope of practice as ordered.May perform laboratory duties to include, e.g.; drawing blood, obtaining blood specimens for testing, urine analysis, and urine and throat cultures as needed and ordered.May administer immunizations, injections and medication, within scope of practice and as per provider’s orders, and complies with immunization and medication administration handling and storage policy and procedure.Provide assistance to physicians during minor procedures by setting up instruments and medications, responding to physician needs during procedure and prepare instruments after procedure for reprocessing.Process patient requests for medication refills including contacting pharmacies to order prescription refills. Determine the need for physician review of prescription refills.Be willing to be trained and use newer technologies (training will be provided).Assist and educate patients on how to take their medications.Handle daily schedule to assure that patients are seen at proper intervals.Maintain equipment and supplies for patient examination rooms. This includes dating topical medications and removing expired materials.Properly clean/disinfect instruments and equipment routinely.Prepare the necessary supplies for diagnostic testing, exams, and procedures.Provide basic maintenance of all clinic equipment.Ensure instruments and devices are clean, fully functional, and sterilized if necessary.Ensure rooms are stocked daily with medications and supplies, place orders as necessary and appropriate.Consult with physician concerning test results and alert physician to positive test results or test abnormalities.Report patient concerns, symptoms, reactions, and changes to licensed clinic personnel.Serve as liaison between the medical staff and patients to answer questions, coordinate patient care, and/or provide patient education.Monitor and track work requests.Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with organizational safety policies and according to applicable regulations; maintain a neat workstation and environment.Maintain confidentiality of all records and information related to patients, physicians, employees, the University and in related interests.Obtain, document and update in appropriate system(s) all necessary patient information.Provide technical support services where needed.General Administrative DutiesTriage patient issues to achieve timely resolution. Resolve patient problems related to such matters as billing, coordination of patient tests, appointments, and/or medical records.Respond to patient messages and/or voicemails, same day.Respond to requests by doctors and technical staff during clinic. Make phone-calls as requested and obtain records as needed.For cancellations and no-shows, follow appropriate steps as per policy.Maintain clinic/patient flow, balancing patient registration requirements, patient appointment times, and non-appointment activities.Serve as a liaison between outpatient clinics and programs in administrative matters. Help to maintain a therapeutic atmosphere by providing a supportive interface between patients, providers, and staff.Assist providers in performing schedule changes.Review active worklist(s) and address patient account needs.Always maintain and protect patient confidentiality.Keep clinic and patient reception area(s) organized and neat.Maintain adequate levels of front and back-office supplies.Assist with abstracting, scanning, and cataloging paper records into the electronic record.Support and participate in department huddles and team meetings.Demonstrate KNOWN service standards.Greet Patients and Perform Check-In/Out ProcessInterface with electronic medical records and scheduling system(s).Provide excellent customer service.Verify/update demographic and insurance information.Confirm/obtain Primary Care Provider and Referring Provider information.Scan insurance/ID card(s) and any other pertinent insurance material(s).Explain consent/HIPAA forms and noncovered services forms to patient and obtain patient’s signature(s) on all relevant forms.Assure patient has completed patient questionnaire(s), as needed.For managed care patients, assure that preauthorization is present, when needed, and that preauthorization is accurate.Accurately collect co-payments/deductibles and patient’s fees for services via check, cash, or credit card and document, per protocol.Arrive patients using the proper registration system(s).Politely inform patients of possible delays relating to their appointments.Collate chart appropriately.Perform patient encounter in computer system(s).Schedule future appointments, procedures, ancillary testing and/or enter recalls as indicated by patient’s provider(s).Provide disposable dark glasses (i.e., mydriatic specs) for patient’s that have been dilated.Make calls for patient transportation, upon appropriate patient request.Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with organizational safety policies and according to applicable regulations; maintain a neat workstation and environment.Maintain confidentiality of all records and information that pertains to patients, physicians, employees, the organization and in related interests.Patient Registration and Appointment SchedulingObtain, document and update in appropriate system(s) all necessary patient information. This involves interaction with various insurance companies, and other payors/institutions.Verify coverage with appropriate insurance or health care plan carrier.Accurately coordinate the registration, referral, and scheduling activities of the assigned area(s).Ensure patients are accurately scheduled.Input validated patient registration information into the organization’s information systems.Routinely review existing scheduling templates for future appointment availability in order to effectively schedule patient’s appointments.Answer telephone lines and make necessary patient accommodations in the assigned Hospital Operations/Ambulatory Services location.Provide information to callers regarding the department and its patient care services.Correctly enter patients’ recalls for patients’ future visits in the appropriate practice management systems.For patients wishing to be seen in other geographic areas, make appointments with conveniently located clinical faculty.Appointment-making includes obtaining pre-authorizations and other documentation, as appropriate. “Other documentation” may include, for example, pertinent notes from previously seen providers.Provide location and office hours of emergency services to patients who state they are experiencing an emergency.Perform other duties or projects, as assigned, or requested.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program.Req 1 year Experience in outpatient or ambulatory clinic settingReq Experience with an electronic medical record (EMR)Req Ability to analyze clinical and administrative information and determine appropriate course(s) of action to resolve conflicts and discrepancies.Req Ability to interact effectively with patients, staff, and physicians.Req Ability to multitask effectively.Req Ability to work as a team member in hospital operations/ambulatory services setting.Req Ability to work with Microsoft Word & Excel software.Req Ability to write concisely and clearly, edit, and proofread to ensure grammatically correct and factual correspondence.Req Demonstrate professional and effective work skills to handle all responsibilities within a fast-paced, high pressure setting.Req Knowledge and proficiency with insurance.Req Knowledge of Medical/CCS billing/authorization guidelines.Req Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of patient-related testing equipment.Req Skill in acquiring accurate medical histories.Req Strong insurance verification and pre-registration background.Req Strong organizational and follow-up skills.Req Working knowledge of basic medical terminology and diseases.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: 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 $22.00 – $34.18. 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 Coordinator is a Registered Nurse with recognized leadership abilities and sound clinical skills who will actively assist the Director and/or Manager in coordinating the day-to-day activities of the unit. The Coordinator takes a leading role in activities such as nursing performance improvement, job performance evaluations, staffing, scheduling and working with the directors in the orientation and training of new employeesThe RN coordinator is a Registered Nurse with recognized leadership abilities and sound clinical skills who serves as a patient advocate in the provision of personalized care coordination across the healthcare continuum. This position helps to facilitate appointments with specialist and support services, provides patient and site-specific education and maintains appropriate communication with the medical, clinical and support staff as well as the patient and family. The position works with physicians, advanced practice providers, ambulatory staff, hospital departments, and out-patient services to facilitate scheduling of diagnostic and treatment procedures, physician appointments, as well as supportive care. This position will maintain, develop, and coordinate multidisciplinary prospective treatment conferences, whether as a complement to a clinic or a standalone collaborative forum. RN Coordinator utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients and their families in the outpatient setting with an emphasis on administering chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood products. The RN is also responsible to manage those patients who require acute care either prior to or instead of admitting the patient. The RN coordinators escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient charts with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering and returning patient calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient’s right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations.Essential Duties:Develops and maintains the ongoing Departmental Process Improvement projects.Maintain, develop, and coordinate multidisciplinary prospective treatment conferences, whether as a complement to a clinic or a standalone collaborative forum.Facilitates appointments with specialist and support services, provides patient and site-specific education and maintains appropriate communication with the medical, clinical and support staff as well as the patient and family.Works with physicians, advanced practice providers, ambulatory staff, hospital departments, and out-patient services to facilitate scheduling of diagnostic and treatment procedures, physician appointments, as well as supportive care.Provides therapeutic care to patients and their families in the outpatient setting with an emphasis on administering chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood products.Responsible to manage those patients who require acute care either prior to or instead of admitting the patient.Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient charts with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.Responsible for monitoring patient flow,Performs various administrative duties, including answering and returning patient calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations.Ensures patient’s right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained.Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Complies with JCAHO and regulatory standards as they relate to the department.Establishes and maintains staff and physician relationships.Supports continuous and ongoing customer satisfaction through the hospital wide service excellence standards.Performs as an agent of change and promotes change as an opportunity for growth, learning, and development.Collaborates with all disciplines in designing patient testing schedule for Cardiology procedures.Maintains professionalism with all customers at all times.Delegates duties among staff within their scope of practice as appropriate.Orients, directs, and instructs other unit personnel. Demonstrates ability to positively influence other’s behavior by serving as a role model.Ensures competency of staff through annual skills validations and of all outside resources (registry) via established hospital registry competencies.Acts as a mentor and resource to Cardiology staff as well as staff in other areas of the Hospital.Functions as a patient advocate in the provision of personalized care coordination across the healthcare continuum.Assesses a patient’s knowledge base/understanding of their diagnostic procedure.Assists with the performance of diagnostic procedures in Cardiology.Educates patient/patient’s family about procedure and treatment according to each patient’s individual needs and documents results.Ensures that procedures are planned and executed considering physiologic and developmental age; including pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and that these procedures are documented accurately on the chart, including patient’s toleranceProvides for own professional growth regarding trends in clinical nursing, equipment and procedures through formal and informal continuing educationEnsures compliance with infection control policies.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Degree in NursingReq 2 years RN Experience in an oncology or ambulatory care settingReq Organization/time management skills.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Preferred Qualifications: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)Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq ONS Chemotherapy & BiotherapyThe hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 – $87.45. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCHOLARRossier School of EducationUniversity of Southern CaliforniaDr. Yasemin Copur-Gencturk is seeking to hire two postdoctoral research associates to collaborate on projects funded by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) and National Science Foundation (NSF) on enhancing and measuring teachers’ knowledge of numbers and operations relationships for teaching. To learn more about these projects, click here: https://www.scienceofteachingmath.com/projects.The postdoctoral research associates will assist with developing the learning and assessment materials, recruiting participants, collecting and analyzing the data from multiple sites, writing research articles, and disseminating project outcomes. The ideal candidates would be highly motivated individuals with a PhD in mathematics education or learning sciences who have an understanding of the knowledge and skills involved in teaching and learning numbers and operations. Candidates would preferably have experience in developing learning materials and assessment items for teachers, coding data, conducting complex research studies, and managing data collections from multiple sites.The positions are for up to two years depending on performance. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, two sample manuscripts, and the contact information of three references. Please submit your application electronically at LINKReview of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.Applications should be submitted via usccarreers.usc.edu and should include the following:Resume or CV and a cover letter, including any other documents requested (Our system will allow you to add additional documentation by clicking the “upload” button in the same section where you attach your resume.) The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000-$75,000. 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.Doctorate Required

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 the faculty, staff, and students that make the university a great place to work.  As a community of Dornsife College “we are committed to the creation, preservation, and communication of fundamental knowledge in all its forms…as well as a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to the betterment of society.”  The academic mission of Dornsife College can only be realized to its fullest potential when we build and protect a representative, equitable, inclusive culture of scholarship for students, faculty, and staff.  This is not done through initiatives but by embedding these values into the everyday interactions, relationships, policies, and practices of the College.  What is required is a seamless integration of the tenets of equity and inclusivity into every facet of academic life.  If we want our scholars, staff, and students to be able to give their very best, we must create an academic environment that portends success.  Success is possible when every member of the Dornsife community owns their role as a steward of the culture in which we learn, research, and work; when we believe that it is because of who we are that we are able to do what we do: achieve excellence, together. Achieving a robust and inclusive academic culture requires more than just the completion of a task, but includes that person’s capacity to contribute positively to the relationships and culture of their office or department.  Therefore, any applicant seeking to advance the mission of Dornsife College should also be assessed on their capacities beyond the technical elements of their work, and demonstrate an understanding of their impact on others, and to articulate how they contribute positively to those around them.The Center for Economic and Social Research (CESR) at the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate in Economics to join its team. The Postdoctoral Scholar will provide analytic leadership and support to a portfolio of academic research primarily focusing on topics related to socioeconomic and policy environments and their influences on health and cognition in India. The successful candidate will actively contribute to research activities across the team’s portfolio of projects. A primary focus will be on the second wave of data collection for the Longitudinal Aging Study in India [LASI] (https://lasi-india.org/). Additionally, the candidate will engage in analyses using data from related studies, such as the Longitudinal Aging Study in India – Diagnostic Assessment of Dementia [LASI-DAD] (https://lasi-dad.org/) and the Gateway to Global Aging Data (https://g2aging.org/app/home).The Postdoctoral Scholar will work in a multidisciplinary environment as part of the larger research community within Global Aging team and the Center for Economic and Social Research, which offer substantial opportunities for professional development and growth. Strong candidates will have an excellent quantitative background, strong writing skills, be highly motivated, and have excellent organizational and logical reasoning skills.The position is ideal for candidates finishing PhD programs in economics, public policy, or other quantitative social science fields. During their training, the Postdoctoral Scholar will be expected to publish first-authored manuscripts on projects aligned with the group and engage in collaborative research. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.Responsibilities:Develop complex statistical code to extract, clean, manage, and analyze data in support of research projects.Conduct statistical analyses.Lead new and innovative research projects using the Longitudinal Aging Study in India.Identify and analyze natural experiments due to policy changes implemented in India over the years that may have affected individuals’ health and socio-economic outcomes.Disseminate findings from analytic projects at conferences and in peer-reviewed journal articles.Collaborate with team members on interdisciplinary projects.Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in quantitative analysis.Contextual knowledge of India and its institutional setting.The ability to produce careful and detail-oriented work.Exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong analytic skills.Excellent communication and writing skills.Past research experience involving large datasets and complex computational tasks.Salary range: The salary range for this position is $70,000.00 – $95,000. 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.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.Required Documents and Additional Information:Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.Education requirements: PhD in economics, public policy, or other quantitative social science field.

The Van Hunnick Department of History in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California, 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 in Fall 2025. The History faculty member will teach first semester undergraduate students enrolled in a history class, How to Be An American: Global Histories of U.S. Citizenship (Units: 4). This course explores the evolving definition of U.S. citizenship over the past four centuries, examining its intersection with culture, politics, and society. Students will analyze legal and cultural texts, considering issues of background while comparing U.S. citizenship to global contexts. The course emphasizes historical argumentation, writing, and critical analysis to understand the political and social struggles that shape national identity. The class fulfills USC General Education requirements in Global Perspectives: Equity in a Diverse World as well as Humanistic Inquiry. Faculty teach one to three sections, for which they will develop syllabi and assignments in accordance with program guidelines. The class meets two days per week in two, two-hour blocks at the Capital Campus at 1771 N St NW in Washington, DC. The faculty member is encouraged to take students on two – three site visits and/or host distinguished speakers. The successful candidate should expect to work closely with USC Dornsife faculty in planning and delivering the course. To be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the “Apply” link at the top or bottom of this page. The following application materials are required: Applicant Cover Letter; CV; and the names of three individuals who will be contacted by USC for a letter of reference. Referees should speak to teaching abilities. We are seeking candidates to teach history at USC in the fall semester who are passionate about working with first-year undergraduates. Ideal candidates will demonstrate pedagogical innovation, adaptability, and a strong awareness of varied learning needs. We value educators who foster critical thinking and are committed to creating engaging, student-centered classroom environments that support holistic student development. 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.  For additional information please contact: Amy Morrill Bijeau Director, Academic Programs, Capital Campus University of Southern California Capital Campus | 1771 N St NW Washington, DC 20036 213-740-0864 | morrillb@usc.edu  https://usc.zoom.us/my/usc.capital.campus QUALIFICATIONS Candidates should have a PhD or other terminal degree by August 2025. We require demonstrated excellence in teaching History the college level. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Applications are requested right away. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, and the names of three referees who can speak to 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.