Clinical Instructor of Medicine

Clinical Instructor of Medicine (Practitioner) – Medical Oncology The University of Southern California (USC) seeks an outstanding applicant to fill a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position in the Division of Medical Oncology. The incumbent will coordinate care for patients enrolled in clinical trials, performing assessments, obtaining informed consent, and collaborating closely with research coordinators and physicians. Responsibilities Conduct in‑depth interviews with patients and/or families, construct comprehensive medical histories, perform initial and periodic physical examinations, and explore patients’ interpretation of health needs. Identify and treat patients’ diseases and manage the 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 the clinical management of 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. Develop and implement long‑ and short‑term 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, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate, and notifying 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 use of prescribed treatments and drugs. Act as liaison with governmental agencies such as the National Institute of Health and National Cancer Institute; assist with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. 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 their medical needs and conditions. Maintain compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control, and accreditation and regulatory agency requirements. 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. Qualifications Minimum Field of Expertise: 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; Basic Cardiac Life Support certification; and clinical nursing experience. THIS IS A PRACTITIONER POSITION – You will not be teaching NP or PA students. Location: The NP or PA will be located in one of USC’s Orange County sites (Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, or nearby) and may occasionally travel to the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr