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The Manager of Utilization Review provides administrative and operational support to the Director of Case Management. The Manager of Utilization Review provides direct supervision to the Utilization Review Specialists, Utilization Management Specialists, Authorization Coordinators, and ancillary staff. The Manager provides staff support regarding difficult/complex cases. The Manager is accountable for daily department operations, including establishing utilization review processes that conform to evidence-based review expectations, payer expectations, support collaboration with organization’s billing partners, and appeal processes. This position is responsible for daily team operations, including staffing, assignments, and human resources management.Essential Duties:Leadership & Supervision: Manage and mentor a team of RN Utilization Review Specialists, LVN Utilization Management Specialists, Authorization Coordinators, and ancillary staff. Provide guidance and support in the development of staff skills and competencies, including but not limited to orienting, training, daily staffing and staff assignments. Conduct performance evaluations and implement development plans for team members. Engage in special projects, research, consultation and teaching in areas of specialty as needed by the hospital. Provide leadership in quality management and improvement activities, by planning, organizing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating care and activities provided by personnel.Clinical Review Oversight: Supervise the clinical review process to ensure reviews are conducted accurately and in line with evidence-based guidelines.Develop and implement standards and processes for clinical and non-clinical services provided by Utilization Review team members, including provides organizational planning and program development for needed services. Utilizes advanced theoretical knowledge and skills to act as consultant to the staff and to the administrative team. Collaborate with clinical teams within Care Coordination to resolve complex cases and ensure authorizations of appropriate care levels. Formulates and implements policies and procedures related to areas of management, and provides feedback and statistics to hospital administration regarding areas of oversight. Maintains competencies for hospital, age specific and job specific standards of care, follows hospital procedures for accurate and timely processing of charges.Appeals Management: Develop and implements standards and processes for the formulation and submission of appeal requests for denied services, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner. Analyze trends in denied claims and collaborate with internal and external partners to address and rectify identified issues.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all processes comply with relevant healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies. Stay updated on industry standards and changes in regulations to maintain compliance. Legal and ethical standards – to be incorporated into all aspect of Utilization Review processes.Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes of the Utilization Review team. Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures. Participate in the development, monitoring and analysis of process and outcome indicators for the improvement of patient care.Reporting and Analytics: Generate and analyze reports related to utilization review activities and appeal outcomes. Use data to drive decision-making and to identify opportunities for improvement. Prepare and present reports reflective of utilization review activities and appeal outcomes to department meetings, UM Committee meetings, and other committee meetings upon request.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree NursingReq 3-5 years Clinical experience with an additional five years of experience in hospital-based utilization review.Req 2 years Consecutive years’ experience in Utilization Review leadership in a manager or above capacity.Req Strong leadership and team management skills.Req In-depth knowledge of clinical review and appeal processes and healthcare regulations.Req Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Req Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exercising judgment and initiative.Req Ability to perform a variety of complex and administrative duties and manage conceptual assignments.Req Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Certified Case Manager – CCM (CMSA) Nationally recognized certification such as CCM and/or ACMPref Proficiency in utilizing healthcare management software and data analysis tools.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)The annual base salary range for this position is $110,240.00 – $181,896.00. 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.

University of Southern CaliforniaSol Price School of Public PolicyAdjunct Instructor of Public Administration Institutions & ProcessesDepartment of Public Policy & ManagementThe USC Sol Price School of Public Policy is seeking a working professional with expertise and a primary position in public administration, public affairs, or a related field. The successful candidate should possess a master’s degree or doctorate in public administration, public affairs, or a related field such as political science or sociology. The candidate will be able to teach graduate-level courses related to one or more of the following areas: public administration; human resources management; collaborative governance; and/or leadership. Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience and excellent teaching evaluations.Adjunct instructor responsibilities include delivery of course content, scheduling office hours and being accessible to students as appropriate, and grading. Each instructor is expected to provide students with a syllabus outlining the course goals, schedule and all requirements for the course under the direction of the Department Chair.The hourly rate range for this position is $29.06/hr. – $38.89/hr. 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 Sol Price School of Public PolicyRanked among the foremost schools of public policy in the nation, the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy generates uncommon knowledge for the common good. The school is composed of overlapping disciplines that generate innovative approaches to critical issues ranging from health-care policy to homelessness, and sustainability to congestion – to name a few. A wide-ranging curriculum, including extensive experiential learning, prepares our graduates to navigate problems that demand multi-layered solutions driven by critical, informed thinking.The Price School, founded in 1929, is anchored by four departments: Public Policy and Management, Health Policy and Management, Wilbur H. Smith III Department of Real Estate Development, and Urban Planning and Spatial Analysis. The School’s rigorous academic programs provide students with the knowledge and distinctive opportunities to make meaningful contributions to their professions. Integrating classroom instruction with real-world experience and led by some of the world’s most renowned faculty in their fields, our students establish a clear pathway to successful careers.Our academic programs are augmented by numerous research centers, institutes and initiatives that provide additional research expertise and experiences, notable among them are: The Judith and John Bedrosian Center on Governance and the Public; The Center for Philanthropy and Public Policy; The USC Lusk Center for Real Estate; The METRANS Transportation Consortium; The Leonard D. Schaeffer Center for Health Policy & Economics; and The Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy. Together, they account for over $100 million in externally funded research grants and contracts.Together, these departments and research enterprises provide unmatched breadth and depth to tackle an enormous range of challenges facing our country and the world. Price graduates hold leadership positions across diverse sectors – public, private, and nonprofit – championing the advancement of the common good. They come from around the world and from a variety of cultures and socio-economic backgrounds to create a rich intellectual environment that celebrates, supports and benefits from a variety of backgrounds and opinions.For additional information, see our website: https://priceschool.usc.edu.Apply for this Position: Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, one or more sample syllabi, and one or more sets of sample teaching evaluations.

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated full-time Associate Director, IACUC to lead our team supporting animal research. This key role is critical in stabilizing the team, managing increasing workloads, and improving morale. The ideal candidate will build professionalism, knowledge, and expertise within the team while enhancing the services provided to the research community.Responsibilities:· Provide exceptional, white-glove concierge customer service to faculty and their research teams.· Effectively manage the growth and increasingly complex animal subject regulations.· Review and update IACUC protocol review and approval procedures.· Develop and implement iStar-IACUC enhancements to improve the time to approve animal protocols (including implementing protocol templates based on species).· In coordination with the IACUC Chair and DAR Executive Director, conduct laboratory inspections consistent with current regulations.· Supervise, train, and manage the research coordinators and administrative team supporting IACUC operations.· Provide professional development for the IACUC administrative team.· Create knowledge and expertise to manage the current and future workload.· Invest in staff to improve morale and retention.· Improve turnaround times for service inquiries and requests.Qualifications:· Proven experience in leading and managing teams within a research environment.· Strong understanding of animal subject regulations and the ability to effectively navigate complex protocols.· Exceptional customer service skills, with a focus on providing high-level guidance to faculty and research teams.· Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process improvements, modernizing and innovating IACUC protocols.· Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively supervise and train the IACUC administrative team.· Experience with implementing protocol templates and enhancing review procedures.· Ability to anticipate, troubleshoot, expedite, and resolve issues to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Assurance approved by the National Institutes of Health, Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (OLAW).Minimum Education:- Bachelor’s Degree- Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum educationMinimum Experience:- 5 years of experience in supervising administrative operations of multi-faceted department, preferably within a university setting- Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experienceIn addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.The annual base salary range for this position is $91,415.41 – $120,000.00. 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 alignment , federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.#LI-AW1Minimum Education:
-Bachelor’s degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience:
-5 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience

Minimum Field of Expertise:
-Experience in supervising administrative operations of multi-faceted department, preferably within a university setting.

Responsible for the strategic direction, operational oversight, and leadership for facilities management functions across Keck Medical Center of USC, ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational excellence of the physical environment while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This position serves as executive advisor for facility issues, provides leadership and direction to subordinate management and organizes the activities of the facilities management functions which are necessary for maintaining all physical structures, mechanical/electrical systems, central plants, and utilities in an operative and safe working condition. This position drives operational initiatives, develops and implements policies, develops and implement long-range facilities and infrastructure plans aligned with institutional priorities, and supports the organizations efforts in meeting or exceeding strategic financial and operational objectives. The Administrative Director will also serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on capital planning, campus development, and energy efficiency.Essential Duties:Monitor effectiveness of management practices and productivity indicators using data such as turnover rates, absenteeism, budget variance, patient, MD, and staff satisfaction surveys.Assure the ongoing development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.Conducts regular audits, inspections, and assessments to ensure a safe, functional, and compliant environment of care.Assess and communicate recommendations for utilization of space, space needs, equipment, personnel and other resources as needed to meet patient needs.Prepare and submit reports as necessary to any requiring department (primarily Administration and Human Resources) in an accurate and timely manner.Provides direction to management team to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives. Gives timely guidance and feedback to direct report management to strengthen their specific knowledge/skill areas needed for progression. Holds direct reporting management team accountable for the development of staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness.Reviews levels of service and significant trends that impact the effectiveness of delivering patient care, critical operational objectives, or other key components within the organization. Ensures that management teams are conducting root cause analyses, as appropriate. Proactively guides management to identify prevention/risk avoidance opportunities and implements continuous improvement plans.Direct new construction and renovation projects on campus to include: interpreting needs of hospital staff, design areas for functionality and optimal space use, development of budgets and justifications, supervision of contractors in the performance of their duties, and working directly with state and local authorities to assure compliance with applicable regulations. Oversees major repairs, renovations, and new construction. ___ all completed projects.Perform new equipment and service coordination by evaluating space, storage, installation and initiation of new services/equipment.Plan and assist with applications, including coordinating responses to questions, filing of Progress Reports, filing closure report, attendance at hearings as requested, assuring licensure application is accurate and up-to-date pertaining to plant operations.Oversee and manage all on-site inspections, assisting inspectors and surveyors in the performance of their duties; provide reports as required in follow-up to surveys, inspections and audits.Develops efficient organizational structures within scope of assignment. Provides leadership for management team to maintain a competent and engaged employee group and provides recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Drives initiatives to meet or exceed threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators.Develops and implements strategic and operational/high-level projects and processes. Sets clear goals, priorities and objectives for the direct report management team. Oversees multiple departments’ operations and designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame, providing guidance to management team to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.Drives collaboration across the organization to identify needs and develop scalable solutions. Prioritizes objectives and implements strategies to achieve organization initiatives as part of the executive leadership team. Delegates responsibilities to direct report management, providing guidance and direction, as appropriate.Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal law, TJC standards, applicable national organizations, and hospital policies. Ensure maintenance of appropriate records. Ensure continued compliance with same by department employees in an ongoing and orderly manner (clear audit trail).Develops, implements, administers, and modifies programs to maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment of the medical center through effective utilization of personnel and materials.Ensures departments’ annual operational and routine capital budgets align with organization’s strategic plan and consistent with executive leadership, System CFO and Corporate guidelines. Uses benchmark data to support performance, costs, and return on investment.Develops systems for control and efficient, effective use of all utilities.Establishes preventative maintenance schedules and prioritizes repair and maintenance work to minimize disruption of medical center operations.Maintains established administrative and regulatory requirements and records for DHS, TJC, CMS and OSHPD.Drives the maximization of efficiency and productivity. Leverages relationships with vendors and partners to obtain contracts that support cost-efficient operations and maintenance.Establishes procedures and controls for procurement of equipment, supplies and contract services.Ensures that building and life safety codes are followed to comply with safety, regulatory and legal requirements.Acts as a liaison to outside inspecting and regulatory agencies with regard to physical plant.Coordinates and integrates department services on intradepartmental, interdepartmental, and medical center wide levels.Policies and procedures are in place to support scope of practice.Establishes and maintains performance improvement and quality control activities which support the department and the hospital.Develops long-range goals and strategic plans. Deploys data and research to drive cross-business organization prioritization.Inspects building and grounds to ensure conformance with established standards and regulations.Effectively maintains all required records for department, demonstrates good organizational skills. Ensures all employees of the departmentUnderstand their personal role in the event of a fire or internal/external disaster. Ensures all department members demonstrate cleanliness of self and work area and practice infection control.Provides oversite of facilities management budgets, including operational expenses, maintenance, and long-range infrastructure improvement projects.Leads efforts to implement sustainability and energy efficiency programs, reducing the organization’s environmental footprint and operating cost.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field.Req 10 years Ten (10) years minimum management experience (3) of which have been spent at the management level in the facilities departmentReq Possesses the vision and the sensitivity to sustain a cultural transformation process consistent with the mission and values of Keck MedicineReq Strategic vision with the ability to executeReq Demonstrated leadership presence and maturityReq Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changesReq Demonstrated ability to lead others to common organizational goals and objectives and able to mentor and develop others in the organizations to foster positive employee engagementReq Ability to hold people accountable to achieve objectives and have crucial conversations when appropriate with key stakeholdersPreferred Qualifications:Pref MBA Master’s Degree in Business Management or related field.Pref Lean Six Sigma Experience in Lean Six Sigma or other performance improvement methodologies.Pref Healthcare Facilities Certifications (e.g. CHPM, PE, PMP, CFP, LEED AP)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 $145,600.00 – $240,240.00. 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 Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assignedEssential Duties:Patient Satisfaction: • Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. • Anticipates pts needs • Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls • Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors • Smiles and is pleasant during all interactions • Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. • Contributes input into the patient’s plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient’s plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routing, MD orders, and RN direction • Vitals • Daily weight • I & O • Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care • Maintains clear and organized patient rooms • Assist with meals/feeding • Ambulation/mobility; turn bed patients every 2 hours, transfers from bed to chair • Provides fresh water at beginning and end of shift and prn • Appropriately prioritizes patient needsSafety: • Ensures safe physical environment and ensures safe operation of patient-care equipment • Call light/telephone with reach • Floors clear of fall hazards • Maintains uncluttered and easy access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment. • Commodes • Walkers • Shower chairs • IV poles • Beds • Tables/ChairsDocumentation • Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.Communication: • Makes presence known before entering a room or private area • Identifies/introduces self to patient and visitors • Explains plan of care to the patient • Does not engage in inappropriate discussions regarding other patients and unit operations • Knows and utilizes all computerized systems to send messages, document care, and communicate patient/unit needs to various departments. • Knows and follows line of communication within the department. • Reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information/significant change in patient condition/patient and family concerns and patient refusal of care in a timely manner. • Reports to RN/Charge Nurse patient’s inability to perform self-care and describes actions taken which were ineffective. • Actively collaborates with the RN at the beginning and throughout the shift regarding patient care and data collection.Regulatory agency i.e.: • Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness • No food/drink in nurses station • No open containers in patient pantry • No outside food in patient refrigerator • No boxes etc. or floor • Staff refrigerator kept clean • Linens covered at all times • Keep fire door closed • Maintain clean/tidy nurses station, locker room, pantryMaintain patient confidentialityEnsures confidentiality of patient records and other written informationPerforms other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program. (*Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.)Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.Preferred Qualifications:Pref 1 year Experience in a health care settingRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) *Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.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 – $37.40. 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 a specific population of patients. The perioperative registered nurse uses the nursing process, designs, coordinates, and delivers care to meet the identified needs of all patients during perioperative phase. Perioperative nurses possess and apply knowledge of procedure and patient’s intraoperative experience throughout the patient care continuum. Perioperative nurse assesses, diagnoses, plans, intervenes and evaluates the outcome of interventions based on criteria that criteria that support a standard of care. Perioperative nurse addresses the impact of the surgical experience on the patient’s physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual responses. Perioperative nursing role and activities performed during the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of the patient’s surgical intervention. Perioperative nursing includes, but is not limited to: Peer education and patient/family teaching; support and reassurance; advocacy; control of environment; efficient provision of resources; maintenance of asepsis; monitoring physiological and psychological status; management aggregate patient needs; supervision of ancillary personnel; preoperative exploration, validation of current and future practices; integration and coordination of care across settings and among disciplines, collaboration and consultation.Essential Duties:Adherence to Universal Patient Safety Goals in all areas of practice.Adheres to safety standards of labeling medication on and off the sterile field.Consistently transfers scientific knowledge in applying the nursing process. Formulated care plan Direct/indirect care.Performs skills essential to nursing action to be taken.Delegates tasks to others based on scope of practice, preparation, capability.Evaluates effectiveness of care and modifies plan by observation and interpretation of information.Acts as advocate by initiating action to advance plan of care and initiates and supports change decisions.Ensures electrical/laser/ radiology safety.Ensures intraoperative MRI safety.Correct site surgery / surgical time out standards (Universal Protocol) are followed.Performs autoclave/Steris operation correctly with appropriate documentation.Communicates information to all staff using SBAR in hand off communication in all areas and regarding patient care and patient flow.Accurately documents patient charges, implant records, pathology specimens, and preoperative record in a timely manner.Accurately utilizes Cerner system in documentation, updates preference cards as needed.Adheres to policy for instruments/sponges/sharps count.Practices according to USCUH collaboration principles and demonstrates respectful teamwork and delegation.Follows policies, Title 22 and JCAHO Standards.Participates in development of professional practice, i.e., Nursing committees, research, policy development/review, unit based improvement projectsDemonstrates knowledge about current policies and shares awareness about new trends/technology.Demonstrates current knowledge of surgical anatomy and surgical procedures and applies that knowledge in preparing equipment, supplies and instrumentation for assigned procedures.Maintains specialty carts on a continuous basis. Supplies are maintained at par level, organized, cleaned, outdated. Assigned staff is a resource to others for the specialty cart.Surgical suites are organized and prepared daily (OR, run room, hallway, carts).Facilitates the smooth flow of the surgical intervention (i.e., prepares for the procedure with updated preference cards, knowledge of instruments and Equipment).Participates in hospital and departmental wide PI activities.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s degree Nursing Degree in Nursing (BSN) *Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019.Req 1 year Operating room nurse in an acute setting immediately prior to application.Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures, in accordance with administrative and clinical policies, regulations and procedures.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Valid California Registered Nursing 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 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.

To develop and implement speech pathology services and direct patient care in coordination with the rehabilitation team and in compliance with organizational goals and appropriate regulatory agencies. Under the supervision of the Manager of Speech Pathology, provides speech pathology services for adolescent, adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses. Major duties include patient evaluation, problem resolution, patient care documentation, attendance at patient care related meetings, delegation of duties to support personnel, participation as a member of a team, and maintenance of an appropriate level of productivity. Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills. Precepts students, Clinical Fellows and/or new staff.Essential Duties:Serves as a clinical resource person and assigns and supervises the work of the new staff, including completion of competency validation tool.Upon referral of a patient to the department, the pathologist initiates care per policy and provides and/or manages all aspects of speech pathology intervention.Consistently completes all required documentation as per departmental policy.Participates in clinics, rounds, and patient conferences, as assigned and as patient care responsibilities allow.Attends and contributes to patient care conferences, as listed above, to provide continuity of care.Employee provides leadership in conference that facilitates conference process, improves communication, or increased effectiveness and efficiency of the conference.Employee leads, through professional contribution, to increased awareness of role of therapy or impacts care plan of patients.Manages a full patient caseload, which includes all aspects of patient care, documentation and communication requirements, and assists in meeting departmental efficiency requirements.Demonstrates commitment to the profession as evidenced by membership in the American Speech and Hearing Association.Attends one professional meeting per year.Publishes, speaks, participates in clinical research, or runs for elected office in the American Speech Pathology Association.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Master’s degree In Communication Disorders satisfying American Speech and Hearing Association academic and practicum requirements for Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).Req Specialized/technical training Successful completion of clinical training.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Req Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization.Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.Preferred Qualifications:Pref 3 years 3 years’ experience in an acute hospital setting Preferred.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Speech Language Pathologist – SLP (CA DCA) Current California license.Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Req Cert Clinical Comp in Speech Language Pathology – CCCSLP (ASHA) Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).The hourly rate range for this position is $46.00 – $76.07. 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 Department of Neurology is seeking an experienced Project Specialist with master’s in Public Health or Biostatistics to be part of the multiple sclerosis research team.   This position will assist the principal investigators with study protocols such as statistical analysis plans, project planning and management, collection, cleaning, and management of data, including programming edit checks, performing data validation, and resolving data discrepancies, conducting statistical analyses including descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and data visualization, assist in recruitment and retention, reporting and dissemination. Candidate will contribute to the development of research documentation for publication and reports. Must be able to work independently as well as work well with other personnel staff.  Must be detail oriented keep technical records, present reports, assist in developing and completing reports for publication and grant writing.  The hourly rate range for this position is $29.59 – $29.59 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

Additional Education Requirements
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience:
2 years

Minimum Skills:
Directly related education and experience to be able to advise on project procedures and analysis techniques.

Preferred Education:
Master’s degree

Preferred Experience:
3 years