Clinical Instructor of Medicine; Practitioner Medical Oncology

Job Overview

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world‑class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

The Department of Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is seeking outstanding applicants to fill a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position in the Division of Medical Oncology. The main function of the incumbent will be to coordinate the care of patients enrolled in clinical trials. Under general supervision and in accordance with standardized procedures, incumbent performs initial assessment and informed consent, physical examinations, counsels patients and families, monitors patient progress, and works closely with the research coordinators and physicians.

Successful candidates will have strong clinical skills and interest in serving a diverse patient population and have a strong interest in clinical research. We offer a highly competitive salary package with excellent benefits. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position will be hired as a clinical instructor.

• Conduct in-depth interviews with patients and/or family, construct comprehensive medical histories, perform initial and periodic physical examinations, and explore the patient's interpretation of health needs; identify and treat patients' diseases and manage treatment of hospitalized or clinic patients.
• Directly perform or order appropriate diagnostic studies and interpret finished results.
• Contribute to the implementation of specific clinical trial protocols and manage patients on clinical trials.
• Collaborate with other providers to identify potential clinical trial candidates and obtain informed consent when appropriate.
• Perform all clinical assessments required per the clinical trial protocol in close coordination with the study coordinator and other team members as needed.
• Develop and implement long‑and short‑range treatment plans.
• Perform procedures such as obtaining specimens, performing injections, and lab draws.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatment modalities.
• Initiate consultations and monitor scheduling of patients for special tests.
• Identify and record pertinent progress of patients, update and summarize charts, change orders when appropriate, and notify the responsible physician of changes in the patient's condition.
• Develop, review, and initiate treatment plan orders.
• Instruct and counsel patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs.
• Act as liaison with governmental agencies such as the National Institutes of Health and National Cancer Institute, assist with medical research projects following medical research protocols, and obtain Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols.
• Research community resources for referral of patients, and refer patients to the most appropriate resource based on medical needs and conditions.
• Maintain compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control, and compliance with accreditation and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in in‑service education programs and professional associations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The NP or PA will be located in one of USC’s Orange County locations in Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, or nearby, and may occasionally travel up to USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.

For NP candidates: possession of a current certificate of completion from a Nurse Practitioner program; current and valid California State RN and Nurse Practitioner licenses, and Basic Cardiac Life Support certification; clinical nursing experience.

THIS IS A PRACTITIONER POSITION - You will not be teaching NP or PA students.

The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.