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Program AdministratorUSC Marshall School of BusinessPeter Arkley Institute for Risk ManagementThe Peter Arkley Institute for Risk Management educates the next generation of risk management leaders for an increasingly complex and interconnected business environment. A curriculum focused on stimulating critical thinking and sharpening analytical skills equips students to meet the risk challenges of tomorrow. Research by leading academics exploring critical issues facing the risk management industry informs this curriculum. Born out of a collaboration with the Southern California risk management industry, the Arkley Institute emphasizes professional development through internships, mentorships, and networking events.The Peter Arkley Institute is searching for a Program Administrator to join the team. The Program Administrator will provide support to the Executive Director, Director, and Associate Director on a variety of programs, events, and operations of the Institute. Responsibilities and Duties: Provide program support to the Executive Director and Associate Director.  Programs include events such as Risk Management Mentorship Program, Meet the Risk Management Professionals Events, Emerging Leaders Program, Risk Management Symposium, etc. Assist with communication with participants, potential participants, researching various materials, preparing application materials, managing travel logistics, coordinating meals and fieldtrips, tracking attendance, maintaining meeting notes, and follow-up action items.Coordinate a variety of different events ranging from networking events, lunches, recruiting events, symposium, graduation reception and others.  Tasks include securing venue, catering, other rental needs, and photography. Serve as social media manager and develop content, select the photos for LinkedIn postings, and post the information on the Institute’s LinkedIn account.  Connect with risk management alumni on LinkedIn and develop and maintain a database of former risk management students and their employment history.Develop and implement marketing strategy to attract undergraduate and graduate students to the risk management classes, mentorship program, and student group.Manage the budget tracking process, reconciling the monthly budget, process reimbursements, set-up purchasing orders to pay vendors, hire and pay independent contractors as needed and maintain all financial documentation. Provide administrative support to Arkley Institute governing bodies, including Advisory Board, the Advisory Council, the Development Committee, and the young alumni Trailblazers Council.  Duties include securing meeting locations, meals, taking notes, drafting minutes, and photography as needed.Monitor donor gift payments, communicate with donors regarding upcoming payments, and coordinate with USC Marshall External Relations to assist with donor outreach. Preferred Qualifications: 5 years of experience supporting a fast-paced center or organization with multiple programs and events. Demonstrated success providing effective administrative support to executives, governing bodies, and/or donors.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain organization.Strong communication skills Working knowledge of Workday Financials is a plus.Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities. Strong project management experience. Details-oriented. Proficient technology skills. Demonstrated experience interacting with diverse groups, exercising diplomacy, good judgment, and discretion. A team player.Demonstrated experience with office management communication software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office suite, Google suite, Zoom) and social media management (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook). Proficient with Canva and/or Adobe Creative software. Demonstrated experience managing multi-platform communications and marketing plans involving publications, videos, websites, social media, and public speeches and presentations.Anticipated Hiring Range: The annual base salary range for this position is $82,992.08 – $95,913.66. 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. Funding RestrictionsThis position is funded by a gift and may be funded by a subsequent gift. Accordingly, your position is contingent upon receipt of the necessary funding from this or any subsequent gift to continue employment. In the event funding for your position changes and it becomes necessary to adjust your percentage of effort, or it becomes necessary for your employment with the University of Southern California to end, you will receive one (1) month written notification of termination.Required Documents and Additional InformationResume 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 seven calendar 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.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions*; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.Why join the USC Marshall School of Business?The USC Marshall School of Business is ideally positioned to address the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment and is ranked as one of the country’s top schools for accounting, finance, marketing, consulting, entrepreneurship and international business studies.USC Marshall builds on the unique opportunities that stem from its Los Angeles location on the Pacific Rim, its interdisciplinary and impactful research, the momentum generated by the University of Southern California, and the unparalleled engagement of the Trojan Alumni Family. With ready access to industries defining the new business frontier, including bio-technology, life sciences, media, entertainment, communications and healthcare, this vast network offers USC Marshall graduates exceptionally strong support for success in the global marketplace.For more information on the USC Marshall School of Business, visit: www.marshall.usc.eduMinimum Education: Bachelor’s degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience: 3 years

Minimum Field of Expertise: Secretarial or specialized clerical and administrative experience

As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients.Essential Duties:Follows policies and procedures: demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references.Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process.ASSESSMENT Appropriately completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient encounter via telephone or in clinic.DIAGNOSIS Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis.PLAN Maintains problem list, medication list and allergies list when indicated.INTERVENTION Administers medications as ordered and completes re-assessments as indicated. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy. Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate.DOCUMENTATION Documentation is complete and correct on all encounters. Accepts patient disability/EDD/FMLA paperwork and collaborates with Providers to return to patients in a timely manner.EDUCATION Provides patient and family education as needed based on diagnosis or treatment plan.EQUIPMENT Maintain B/P & Vitals machine. Correctly identifies and notifies appropriate department about defective equipment.COMMUNICATION Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including the patient and family by: Appropriate patient/family interactions Effectively triages phone calls and collaborates with Physicians/APPs regarding any needs that require escalation Utilizing appropriate methods, i.e. Cerner, e-mail system, etc. SBARORGANIZATION Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime.OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals Uses two patient identifiers Does not use unapproved abbreviations Uses procedural time out Uses appropriate communication between providers Completes medication reconciliation Maintains audible alarms Hazardous waste management Biohazard Medication Sharps HIPPA OSHA requirements (ie. No food or drink in clinical areas) JCAHO (continuous survey readiness Critical values are written, read back and shared with appropriate provider Dictated orders are written down, read back for validation, signed, timed and dated Maintains a safe work environment for self and others QUALITY MEASURES Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvementsPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities Relief charge nurse Nursing committees/councils Journal club Educational workshops Assist in the development or updating of patient education/staff MA education materialsAccepts and completes additional duties as assignedBonus Points Professional certification Other:Assesses a patient’s knowledge base/understanding of their diagnostic procedure.Plans, with the patient, the course of their testing/treatment in coordination with physician.Assists with the performance of cardiac diagnostic procedures in the Non-Invasive Cardiology Lab.Educates patient/patient’s family about procedure and treatment according to each patient’s individual needs and documents results.Documents accurately, on chart, procedures performed and patient’s tolerance.Performs other related duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Degree in Nursing (BSN) *Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019Req 1 – 2 years Experience as RNReq 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 1 year Experience in non-invasive Cardiology setting immediately prior to application, with experience in all non-invasive modalities preferredPref 0-1 year Experience with Vascular patients/proceduresPref Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationRequired 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 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.

As an integral member of the patient care team, the Registered Nurse supports the Chief Nursing Officer in leading the patient care team in providing for the safety, recovery and comfort of patients by implementing the nursing process (assessment, nursing diagnosis, developing the plan of care and the education plan; implementation of interventions, evaluation of interventions and revision of plan as needed); and provides education and advocacy.  Practices in compliance with regulatory requirements including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, DNV-GL/NIAHO standards, etc.The Registered Nurse supports department manager and director in quality improvement and growth of unit services; leadership in collaboration with co-workers and other departments; management of efficient services with meaningful and valuable outcomes.Decision-making authority:Patient care within the scope of practicePatient acuity based on patient classification decision-making methodRNs are expected to practice to the full extent of his/her legal scope of practice based on education, training and competency.  RNs are expected to make judgments and decisions about patient care and to act on the assessments performed.RNs are accountable for providing a healing environment for recovery and safe passage of patients through their episode of care in the hospital; for prevention of harm; for educating the patient about their condition and implementation of self-care actions; of educating about abnormal findings and when and how to report to their care-giver; for providing comfort and compassionate careExecutive FunctionsPlanning:Assists charge nurse with planning delivery of patient care for the shift;Contributes to overall unit planning and improvementDirecting:Precepting and competency validating new hires and to new proceduresTeaching nursing studentsDelegating:As indicated to other RNs, LVNs, CNAsCoordinating:Assigned teamCommunicatingExpectations to assigned staff (interventions; report back; etc.)Improvement opportunities; information through chain of command; unusual events;Other duties as assigned.Minimum Education:   Graduation from Registered Nurse ProgramBSN desired (if not upon hire, will obtain within 5 years preferred)Minimum Experience/Knowledge:       1 year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred.If applicable – experience in treating ortho and stroke patient population preferred.For Cardiac Cath Lab Nurses:•              1 year Nursing experience in an acute care setting such as the ICU, stepdown, or ER preferred.•              1 year+ IR, EP, or Cardiac Cath Lab experience preferred.For 6th Floor Med/Surg Employees:•              Two years’ experience with Orthopedic and Medical-Surgical nursing preferred.•              Certification in Medical-Surgical, Orthopedic or other specialty preferred.Required License/Certification:            California Registered Nurse LicenseCertification in clinical specialty or management desired•              Surgery: BLS, ACLS•              PACU/SDS/ GI Lab: BLS, ACLS, PALS•              Cath Lab: BLS, ACLS•              ED: BLS, ACLS, PALS, AB508 (within 30 days of hire), NIHSS (within 30 days of hire), NRP (within 6 months of hire), ENPC (within 12 months of hire),•              Geropsych: BLS, AB508 (within 30 days of hire)•              ICU/ 5S, 4th Telemetry, 6th Med Surg and Float Pool: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (within 30 days of hire)BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP must be AHA certified.All certifications must be active effective date of hire/transfer unless otherwise indicated.As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.The hourly rate range for this position is $46 to $75. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

The Health Care Concierge assists with all aspects of patient care: serves as a primary contact for patients and caregivers who require assistance in understanding clinic processes and accessing necessary departments/personnel. Assists multidisciplinary team in managing the care of the patient through all phases (In-take/Evaluation/Listed) by acting as a liaison between the clinic and referring physicians. Takes accountability for the patients’ beginning-to-end experience regardless of their needs. Assists patients in eliminating barriers to care by referring to community resources and/or appropriate staff members. Assists/coordinates patient appointments and follow up.Assists with all aspects of patient care: serves as a primary contact for patients and caregivers who require assistance in understanding clinic processes and accessing necessary departments/personnel. Takes accountability for the patients’ beginning-to-end experience regardless of their needs. Assists patients in eliminating barriers to care by referring to community resources and/or appropriate staff members. Assists/coordinates patient appointments and follow up. Assists multidisciplinary team in managing the care of the patient thru all phases (In-take/Evaluation/Listed) by acting as a liaison between the clinic and referring physicians; assists in managing follow-up care for post surgical patients by setting up follow up care appointments; and/or coordinating an organized and efficient case flow of clinic scheduling. Assists the office with clerical duties and other duties as assigned. Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology. In depth knowledge of all insurance types.Essential Duties:Performs other related duties as assigned.Has thorough understanding and expertise in the use of computer systems, e.g. Cerner and GE Centricity Business. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in entering information into computer systems.Processes new referrals in a timely manner; this includes obtaining required outside medical records, entering demographic information into computer system, providing medical records to physician / multidisciplinary team for review, verifying insurance and obtaining authorization for visits and procedures.Schedules patient’s evaluation and clinic appointments in a timely manner, and at the request of the physician, while accommodating patient’s needs. This includes but not limited to: laboratories, diagnostic testing and consultations as needed. Fulfills other department scheduling functions per department procedures and protocols.Proactively manages clinic schedules, including reviewing master schedule and anticipating requirements and changes based on activity levels to create a well-managed operational flow and positive patient experience.Gives proper patient instructions, and schedules patient mandatory teaching classes. Preps charts for clinic, selection committee, and tumor board (if applicable).Coordinates scheduling of all surgeries and diagnostic testing for patients which include sending pre-op packets to patients with surgery instructions and compiles letters of medical necessityAssists in clinic with clerical and scheduling needs including filing and collection of supporting documentation for professional billing. Orders clinical and office supplies and opens and distributes mail.Provides phone coverage as needed. Contacts and distributes messages to medical personnel using a variety of electronic messages including text, voice, and email systems. Reads and responds to email throughout the day. Retrieves and responds to voicemail messages within 24hours per department protocol.Utilizes courtesy, compassion, kindness and honesty while interacting with public, patients, and all clinic personnel. Greets patients in a courteous and professional manner.Acts as a single point of contact for patients and caregivers, and takes accountability for their patient experience. Provides information and guidance to patients and caregivers regarding all areas of patient care. This includes but not limited to: scheduling, paperwork, and follow-up appointments.Escorts patients to other departments if needed, provides directions to other departments within USC system.Administers screening tools to assess patients’ needs under the supervision of Patient Navigation Program Coordinator. Refers patients to internal supportive care services: dietician, social worker, financial counselor, chaplain, physical therapy. Educates and encourages patients on ways to keep and update their own plan of care and medical records.Assists patients to overcome barriers to care, e.g. transportation, childcare, coordination of translation services, financial assistance by directing patients and caregivers to community resources and services.Facilitates communication between patient and caregivers, and all members of the care team, including physicians, nurses, lab, etc. Communicates all changes with patient and case information to all involved personnel. Works with various hospital personnel to resolve issues and accommodate patient.Adheres to policies aimed to protect patient confidentiality.Demonstrates flexibility in covering other staff members for sick time, vacation, or leave of absence.Possesses ability to work independently and in a team setting.Maintains an open line of communication with management and other staff and demonstrates a professional demeanor at all times.Is involved with and keeps abreast of changes within the USC healthcare system.Required Qualifications:Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s degreePref 2 years In acute care or ambulatory care setting.Pref Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.Pref Familiarity with word processing, Microsoft Outlook, GE Centricity Business, Cerner, PBAR and scheduling software is preferred.Pref Knowledge of medical terminology, familiarity with word processing, Microsoft Outlook, GE Centricity Business, Cerner, PBAR and scheduling softwareRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 – $39.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The Collector Appeal Specialist is responsible for accurately processing inpatient and out-patient claims to third party payers and private pays, following all mandated billing guidelines. Responsible for ensuring timely filing and guidelines are met; provided quality control checks on paper and electronic claims; process tracers, denial and related correspondence; initiate appeals; compose and submit appeal letters specific challengeable denial issues consistent with the most update American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology. Must demonstrate a positive demeanor, good verbal and written skills, and must be professional in both appearance and approach. Will maintain consistent productivity standards as appropriate for their unit as well as maintain an average of 90% (score 9.0) or better on Quality Reviews. The Professional Billing Refund Collector is responsible for accurately reviewing credit balances and processing adjustments, transfers and refunds as needed. Helps in billing operations by providing support and research of misapplied payments. Works as a member of the billing team to provide smooth operational flow resulting in optimum customer (internal/external) satisfaction and effective/efficient processes. TYPE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Direct supervision required. Daily, weekly and/or monthly Unit meetings may be required. Direct review of daily production and other production-based reports to validate staff usage needs, portfolio reduction efforts, customer services and staff morale.Essential Duties:TECHNICAL DUTIESBilling Tasks Analyzes and determines which billing procedure should be followed, based upon the type of financial class, e.g., contracts, private insurance carrier, HMOs, government programs, Federal/State/Local, Self-Pay accounts in conjunction with type of billing: transplants, grants, trauma and indigent programs, LOAs, MSP billing. Analyzes the information submitted by the various departments for billing and the appropriate documentation required for processing a claim form whether submitted hard copy or electronically. Understands all billing vendors used by the MSO – CBO. Contacts by telephone or e-mail the appropriate departments to obtain the required information needed to process a claim. Analyzes the pre-printed information on the claim form(s) or billing system to ensure that it is accurate and consistent with other information contained in Cerner or patient accounting system and makes corrections as necessary. Edits charges on the claim form(s) or billing system for which departmental and payer guidelines stipulate should not be billed to the sponsor. Recomputes the total amount due prior to submitting the claim e.g. edits unbillable charges for all payors. Reviews the claim forms to identify sensitive diagnosis information and follows guidelines and procedures established by the department to maintain patient confidentiality. Review Charges/Encounter Forms for accurate billing information and assure that data fields are correct. Inputs all the required information needed to complete the claim, edit accordingly and submit either hardcopy or electronically, with all the required documentation. i.e. authorizations, reimbursement based on LOAs, medical records, sterilization consent forms, treatment authorization requests, authorizations, hysterectomy consent forms, Inpatient/Outpatient TARs and SARs, and ABN’s, and CMS certs and recerts. Obtains and reviews the medical record or on-line reports for additional documentation to be attached to hardcopy claim forms. Transmits claims via electronic vendor, once all corrections and adjustments have been processed. Submits completed claim forms to appropriate carriers with all required supplemental documentation Submits hard copy claims via certified mail. Works and resolves reject for all assigned claims daily Bills for late charges as needed. Communicates identified billing issues and trends to Supervisor and Billing Manager in a timely manner. Communicates issues with claim scrubber edits to Supervisor and Billing Manager in a timely manner. Communicates issues that impact bill holds with outside vendors: i.e. CMRE/RSI Collection Agencies to reporting manager Utilize CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, Insurance Directories and other insurance books as well as Cerner, AIDX/GE and other systems to solve billing issues and problems. Utilize all systems as applicable. etc. Complete tasks based on assigned priority matrix.Follow Up – Collections Follow-up and collect on accounts for all payors, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, commercial, guarantor, and other contracted payors. Primary follow-up assignment is to facilitate payment for accounts previously billed. Review each patient’s case, correspondence, and current computer data to determine possible payment problems. Maintain “portfolio” of such accounts with optimum cash collections, adjustments and closures. Perform follow-up on all outstanding insurance claims. Document all activity. Manage and process assigned computerized (i.e., ETM, etc.) or manual worklist in a timely manner to ensure that MSO CBO achieves its overall collection standards and quality measures. Call appropriate third-party contacts and establish specific reimbursement status, i.e. reason for any discrepancy between expected and actual reimbursement amount and date of issuance. Be aware of courtesy rates and/or courtesy adjustments. Adjustments / Write-Offs / Updates Submits necessary adjustments using the correct debit or credit transaction in order to correct account balance and/or claim totals prior to submission. Submits adjustments with appropriate codes. When circumstances warrant, transfers all or parts of a patient account charges to the correct account. Submits charge corrections and/or combines charges correctly via patient accounting system. Updates case / payer data and documents the reason for the updates; requests rebills as necessary. Submits adjustment requests to immediate Supervisor for review and approval. Applies proficiency in understanding and applying contractual terms of our Managed Care contracts (i.e., PPO, HMO, EPO, POS, Medi-Cal, Medicare, etc.). Applies knowledge of Cerner, AIDX/GE and other systems Demonstrates knowledge in various payor websites. System Folder Notes / Account Documentation Documents claim bill date, billed amounts, billing address, billing attachments, invoice number, expected payment, contractual amount, received payments, actual transplant date(s), type of transplant, pre and post periods for transplant days, and all pertinent billing data relevant to billing the claim. Documents in a clear, concise and grammatically correct manner in system folder notes. Uses appropriate collector comment codes.Meets Production and Quality Review Standards set by Team Supervisor and Billing Manager. Reviews patient accounts and back up documentation to determine the nature and extent of delinquency problems and any actions taken by patients or third-party payors. Communicates with billing office staff to obtain additional information as needed. Provides feedback and guidance to office staff regarding coding, claim appeals, authorizations and diagnosis requirements.Contacts government and third-party payors and/or patients to facilitate timely payment of past due charges; arranges alternative settlement plans as needed. Responds to third-party payors or patient inquiries in a timely manner. Reviews Explanation of Benefits from government and third-party payors to determine if payment was made correctly and if denials can be re-billed.Identifies problem delinquencies and recommends appropriate course of action, such as referral to outside collection agency, legal action or write off. Requests transfers and/or adjusts patient accounts; Requests small balance write offs. Requests necessary adjustments with appropriate payment/adjustment codes, using the correct debit or credit transaction, in order to correct account balance and/or claim totals and to assure the account balance is correct when the refund is released.Prepares, analyzes and maintains records and reports documenting the status and amount of past due accounts and the timing and nature of their disposition. Updates billing system, GE Centricity Business (GECB) with clear, detailed, concise ETM Task notes regarding activity related to resolution of balances, i.e. claim status, payment pending, adjustments needed, etc. Reviews own work prior to taking appropriate action.Attends seminars and professional association meetings; reads pertinent literature to maintain current knowledge of collection policies and procedures and related legislation.Works off various ad hoc reports for special projects, as needed and directed. Reviews and responds to claim edits and eCommerce edits daily.Reviews payment transactions and researches payment correction requests. Processes adjustments, payment corrections and transfers where applicable. Researches misapplied payments. Audits patient accounts to determine appropriate action, i.e. adjustments, payment corrections. Verifies patient and insurance responsibility.Updates billing system, GE Centricity Business (GECB) with clear, detailed, concise ETM Task notes regarding activity related to resolution of credit balances, i.e. payment transfers, adjustments, and/or refund requests, etc. Reviews own work prior to taking appropriate action to resolve credit, i.e. payment transfers, adjustments or refund requests.Accesses and works off credit balance views in ETM in GECB (billing system) daily. Works off various ad hoc reports for special projects, as needed and directed.Applies knowledge of GECB, Cerner, MARS Refunds App and daily ETM views to review and resolve credit balances. Prioritizes working credit balances based on age of credit, in order to comply with the Office of Compliance’s Policy on Credit Balances.Stays informed of new developments and technologies by reading journals and other pertinent publications, maintaining contact with vendors, and participating in professional organizations, meetings and seminars. Performs other duties as assigned.OTHER DUTIES Miscellaneous Assists in special projects or other duties as assigned. Meetings, general support to other areas and office activities. Attends training classes. Assists in training co-workers if neededRequired Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Experience with medical services collections for any combination of payors (Medicare, Medi-Cal/Caid, HMO, PPO, Commercial, and Private Pay).Pref 2 years Medical services collections and computerized billing systems such as IDX. *Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience.Req Excellent communication skills both written and oral, detail knowledge of applicable collection laws/policies/principles/etc., governing collection efforts, problem identification and resolution, insurance, medical terminology, and reimbursement proceduresReq Expert skill-level in specialty area.Req Experience in computing environments.Req User support experience with servers, operating systems, workstations, networks, LANs and network softwareRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 – $39.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, .education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine are actively seeking a full-time faculty member to join our hematopathology program that is internationally recognized in flow cytometry and molecular technologies. Our team works in close collaboration with the CHLA Cancer and Blood Disease Institute (CBDI) to provide interdisciplinary care for pediatric patients with diverse hematologic conditions and serves as a referral center for multiple institutions and organizations. Research, clinical service, and teaching responsibilities are intertwined in an engaging and collegial environment.This position is at the Assistant/Associate Professor level; salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience and scholarly accomplishments. Applicants must have an MD, MD/PhD, or DO degree, a California medical license upon hire and demonstrated excellence in applied laboratory science, translational research and education. American Board of Pathology certification in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology, and Hematology (Hematopathology) is required. Special consideration will be given to candidates with Molecular Genetic Pathology certification and/or relevant experience.CHLA’s Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine’s Clinical Laboratories provide a full range of diagnostic testing and consultation services, including: clinical chemistry; biochemical genetics and special chemistry; point-of-care testing; hematology/coagulation; clinical microbiology and virology; HLA, immunology, flow cytometry and a full-service transfusion medicine program, including donor center, blood bank and therapeutic apheresis service.  We offer rich clinical teaching opportunities with fellows through a joint hematopathology fellowship program with the Department of Pathology at KSOM of USC, as well interdisciplinary trainees from the CBDI and other post-graduate medical education programs at CHLA and KSOM.  Excellent opportunities for collaborative research exist within the Department with colleagues and resources in the Divisions of Anatomic Pathology, Laboratory Medicine, and Genomic Medicine/Center for Personalized Medicine, as well as interdisciplinary research collaborations with colleagues throughout CHLA and The Saban Research Institute (TSRI).The annual base salary range for this position is $250,000-$300,000.  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.Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has been named the best children’s hospital in California and among the best in the nation for clinical excellence with its selection to the prestigious US News & World Report Honor Roll.  Children’s Hospital is home to The Saban Research Institute, one of the largest and most productive pediatric research facilities in the United States. The hospital is also one of America’s premier teaching hospitals through its affiliation since 1932 with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California.For more information, visit www.CHLA.org. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn, or visit our blog: www.WeAreChildrens.orgSend correspondence by email and/or regular mail including curriculum vitae, a statement describing experience and interest, and three references to:Alexander R. Judkins, M.D.Pathologist-in-Chiefc/o Anne LouïtDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory MedicineChildren’s Hospital Los Angeles, MS #434650 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA  90027Email: alouit@chla.usc.eduUSC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine are seeking an outstanding candidate for a full-time neuropathologist faculty member with research, clinical service, and teaching responsibilities as an Assistant or Associate Professor on the traditional clinical track.  The successful candidate will become an integral member of the multidisciplinary neurosciences research community at the University of Southern California and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Clinical responsibilities will include pediatric neuropathology, brain tumor and muscle biopsy sign-out. The candidate will be actively involved in teaching fellows, residents and medical/graduate students and must be willing to participate in departmental and interdepartmental conferences.The candidate must hold an MD or MD/PhD degree, be eligible for an unrestricted California Medical License, and be Board Certified (or board eligible at time of appointment) in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology. Special consideration will be given to candidates with research interests in developmental neuropathology and/or molecular pathology. Salary and appointment rank will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and training.The annual base salary range for this position is $250,000-$350,000.  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.Apply here and upload curriculum vitae, a statement describing experience and interest, and three references. For further inquiries, contact:Alexander R. Judkins, M.D.Pathologist-in-Chiefc/o Anne LouïtDepartment of Pathology and Laboratory MedicineChildren’s Hospital Los Angeles, MS #434650 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027Email: alouit@chla.usc.eduAcademic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine is available at a level appropriate to training and experience.

POSITION SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the RN, the Patient Transporter is responsible for safe and efficient movement of patients to and from clinical units and diagnostic/treatment areas. Maintains and organizes bed storage areas. Assembles/disassembles traction equipment to include returning to proper storage area. Responds to code situations. Applies good verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve service goals of customer satisfaction and positive work environment. Demonstrates and promotes compliance to infection control, legal, and safety standards. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESAssists personnel with transfers, turning and positioning of patients.Assumes responsibility for own professional development and practice.Carries assigned cell phone and pager and responds to calls and/or pages in a timely manner.Disassembles and returns traction equipment to proper storage areas.Maintains and locates gurneys, wheelchairs and other essential equipment within the hospital.Maintains and organizes bed storage areas.Maintains safety at all times by keeping hallways and utilities rooms clear of equipment and clutter.Obtains and sets up traction equipment.Other duties as assigned.Pick up Blood products from the Blood Bank and deliver to the unit.Picks up and delivers specimens to lab.Responds to Code Blue emergency to assist with chest compressions as directed by MD or ACLS RNResponds to Code Stroke by transferring patient to the radiology department within a timely manner.Responds to Emergency CodesResponsible for understanding and participating in the organizational-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental participation, interdepartmental quality control.Performance improvement and quality planning activitiesSupports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among co-workers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.Transfers patients to the Viewing Room or Morgue; Assists with setup of the viewing room.Transportation of patients via gurney, bed, or wheelchair.Utilizes the TeleTracking Transport System correctly and effectively to maintain optimum productivity.Job requirements

Education
Minimum (Required) Ability to read and write at an 8th grade level. Testing required.

Preferred (Not required) High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Work Experience

Preferred (Not required) Prefer minimum of one-year recent experience in an acute care hospital.

Licenses and Certifications
Minimum (Required) Basic Life Support

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 – $25.44. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) has a specialized skill and knowledge related to the setting in which they practice and perform physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, and provides direct patient care services, according to established evidence-based clinical practice standards. The NP contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting, and provides leadership to the organization and advance practice profession. Duties may include but not limited to obtaining patient health histories and complete physical examinations, documenting findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests, and performing procedures as needed within specialty area. The NP also helps facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the patient through their continuum of care. The NP will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and other advance practice providers (APPs).The Nurse Practitioner takes a leading role in activities such as managing the clinical aspects of clinic, patient rounding and care, nursing performance improvement, job performance/competency evaluations, staffing, scheduling and working with the directors, employees, and preceptors in the orientation and training of new employees. Executes leadership in the following areas: Direct/Indirect Patient Care, Support of Systems, Research, Education, and Professional Leadership. Works in collaboration with other health care team members, consulting and referring as appropriate, but retains responsibility for ongoing clinical management of the patient. Must work with any and every physician in the Clinic. Other duties as assigned.Essential Duties:Conducts in-depth interviews with patients and/or family, constructs comprehensive medical histories, performs initial and periodic physical examinations and explores patient’s interpretation of health needs. Identifies and treats patients’ diseases. Manages treatment of hospitalized patients.Performs other duties as assigned.Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies and interprets finished results.Develops and implements long and short range treatment plans.Performs procedures such as obtaining specimens, performing injections, immunizations, lumbar punctures, skin biopsies, suturing, wound care and management of conditions produced by trauma or infection.Writes orders to increase, decrease or change medication, subject to checking and counter-signing by physician.Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for special tests.Identifies records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in the patient’s condition.Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs.Acts as liaison with governmental agencies such as Center for Disease Control and National Institute of Health. Assists with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. Obtains Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols.Researches community resources for referral of patients. Refers patients to most appropriate resource based on patients’ medical needs and condition.Maintains compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Master’s degree Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing (MSN).Req 5 years; Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Clinical nursing experience.Req – If less than 2 years or 2,000 hours of clinical experience, Schedule II controlled substances may not be prescribed without a protocol approved by a collaborating physicianReq 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.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)Req Nurse Practitioner – NP (CA Board of Registered Nursing)Req Nurse Practitioner Furnisher (CA DCA) Current license to furnish medications in the State of California.Req DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances.Req NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). ◦ If work in Hospital/Acute Care Setting must have Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) upon hire. ▪ (*Grandfathered from Acute Care Certification requirement if hired/transferred prior to 12/2015.)Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association – *ACLS as required by the NPs Job description for NPs in the Hospital/Acute Care Setting and Ambulatory Infusion Centers (*Required for Hospital/Acute & Infusion Center Clinic settings only)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)BELOW APPLIES TO LAS VEGAS ONLY (Exempt from KMC Requirements above): – Nurse Practitioner – NP (NV NSBN): Must have one of the following NP specialized certifications: Acute Care (ACNP), Adult Medicine (ANP), Family Medicine (FNP) or Gerontology (AGNP) for primary and secondary care. – DEA Certificate: Unrestricted DEA Certificate with a Nevada address – Board of Pharmacy License: Valid Nevada Board of Pharmacy certificate – Registered Nurse – Nevada State Board: Valid Nevada State Board of Nursing License as a Registered Nurse (RN) – USC Credentialing – Must obtain USC Credentialing from governing board within 6 months of hire (Will Precept with Physicians, PAs and/or fully credential NPs for up to six months) – Basic Life Support (BLS): Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationThe annual base salary range for this position is $95,680.00 – $158,230.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

“USC’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI), a unit of the university’s Viterbi School of Engineering, is a world leader in the research and development of advanced artificial intelligence, information processing, computing, cybersecurity, and communications technologies. ISI’s 400 faculty, professional staff and graduate students carry out extraordinary information sciences research at three distinct locations – Marina Del Rey, CA; Arlington, VA; and Waltham, MA.””*This position is located in Waltham, MA.*””ISI is seeking a Research Lab Technician II.  This is a full-time, 6-month fixed term position, with possibility of extension.””JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:”•     Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols. Collects field and/or laboratory measurements and data. Computes results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques.•     Maintains accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments. Uses laboratory/computer equipment to conduct analyses of experiment data. Provides routine interpretations of analyses.•     Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment. Performs or arranges for basic repairs. May alter equipment to meet experiment requirements. Makes recommendations for equipment acquisitions.•     Handles and disposes of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols.•     Maintains and organizes laboratory supplies. Monitors inventory levels and orders or secures supplies as needed.•     Maintains research facility in orderly, operable condition. Maintains security and safety of equipment, samples, and data.•     Conducts library research to assist in the planning and design of experiments.•     Learns basic laboratory safety.””PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:”•     experimental experience in a quantum optics laboratory using both fiber and free-space optical components as well as laser systems•     experimental experience in atomic physics systems including clocks, magnetometers, interferometers and laser stabilization•     experience with computer interface with optical and electronic instrumentation.”The hourly rate range for this position is $24.46 – $30.00. When extending an offer of considers factors such as (but not limited to) nsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience,”Minimum Education: Associate’s degree, Specialized/technical training, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience: 2 years

Minimum Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols. Knowledge of computer analysis techniques and ability to provide routine analysis and interpretation of research data.