Physician Assistant / Oncology / California / Locum Tenens / Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Surgical Oncology
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope?s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
We are seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for Surgical Oncology in Duarte CA. You will function as part of a care team who, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary health team, will be responsible for providing comprehensive patient care. You will provide independent and collaborative medical management to a defined patient population, according to standardized procedures and in collaboration with a physician supervisor.
As a successful candidate, you will:
Provide primary, secondary, and in some cases, tertiary care within scope of practice, licensure, and organizational policies.
Services provided include, but are not limited to taking histories, conducting physical examinations, ordering, performing, and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests and therapies and furnishing drugs and devices in a cost-efficient manner for specific conditions.
Perform history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, concise, relevant, and appropriate.
Document the consultation and new patient note.
Perform routine procedures, pertinent to the practice and as granted through the privilege process.
During simple follow-up cases, the you may independently manage patients in follow-up including ordering follow-up imaging, providing medical care, and support to the patient including ordering pharmacological agents.
Interpret imaging and communicates with attending physician regarding interval patient change.
Prescribe and council patients on narcotic use safety.
Demonstrate pharmacologic knowledge including indications, contraindications, side effects, interactions, and adverse effects of pharmacologic agents.
Review treatment and therapy plans with patients and appropriate family members.
Practice clinical care informed by evidence-based literature.
Instruct and counsel patients in matters related to health care management including diet, medication and physical and mental health needs and refers to the appropriate specialists when appropriate.
Your qualifications should include:
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a master?s degree as a Physician Assistant.
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a master?s degree as a Nurse Practitioner
Oncology experience preferred
First Assist experience preferred
Current California Physician Assistant License
Current American Heart Association BLS certification, required.
Current American Heart Association ACLS certification, required.
Must have a current DEA.
$119,000 to $213,000
?City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.?
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
Sr. Administrative Support - Dept of Medicine
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
With significant independence this position will provide senior administrative support to selected providers including Pulmonary and Critical Care departments. Resolve routine complex inquiries utilizing knowledge of policies and procedures. Apply advanced skills to the position. Compile and analyzes basic information for inclusion in reports or presentation materials; prepare charts, graphs or tables as necessary. Prioritize projects for completion with limited supervision. Apply applicable policies, procedures, and practices to resolve a variety of new and routine issues. Rely on experience and judgment with the flexibility to create solutions.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Answers telephone, screens and routes callers, responds to requests for information and triages communications in an appropriate and timely fashion.
* Screens visitors to department and assist them with directions and information as needed.
* Liaison with out-patient scheduling and clinic care teams as needed.
* Assist program director with administrative support of clinical program(s) as needed.
* Arranges appointments and meetings using calendaring software; coordinates meeting agenda and materials, may take and prepare minutes for meetings as needed.
* Initiate travel arrangements and prepare physician for leave of absence
* Process all business related expenses including travel, publication fees, and membership/association renewals.
* Complies information and prepares routine, confidential and special reports.
* Assists in composing general business correspondence and slide presentations.
* Reads and routes incoming mail. Picks-up and delivers materials as requested. Files correspondence and records.
* May train and direct clerical staff.
* Makes decisions on minor administrative matters and completes clerical details as needed.
* Orders office supplies and maintains office equipment.
Your qualifications should include:
* High school diploma or GED and some vocational/specialized training.
* Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements
* 3-5 years responsible secretarial or clerical experience in a professional environment.
* Experience with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel.
Additional Information:
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Clinical Study Coord
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Clinical Study Coordinator - Clinical Research (On-Site)-Duarte Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Orange County Medical Center seeks a full-time, on-site Clinical Study Coordinator to support oncology clinical trials. Under the supervision of the Director, Clinical Research, this patient-facing role involves coordinating First in Human to Phase III and Investigator-Initiated Trials. Responsibilities include patient recruitment, informed consent, trial coordination, data management, and regulatory compliance. The position requires in-depth knowledge of clinical trial regulations, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with investigators and clinical staff in a fast-paced environment.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Understand and apply federal regulations (FDA, OHRP, GCP/ICH, HIPAA) and institutional policies.
* Follow and execute clinical trial protocols and procedures.
* Coordinate participant recruitment, informed consent, and care.
* Communicate with participants, investigators, and sponsors to ensure clear understanding and compliance.
* Monitor and document participant eligibility, safety, and protocol adherence, and report adverse events promptly.
* Pursue continuous education and training opportunities, staying updated with the latest clinical research information, and maintain necessary certifications and licensure.
Qualifications - External
Qualifications - External
Your qualifications should include:
* Bachelor's degree in Science, Health or related field from an accredited university; 3 additional years of experience plus the minimum experience requirement may substitute for minimum education.
* Minimum of 2 years research or relevant clinical experience
* ACRP or SOCRA certification within 1 year of employment
* International Air Transport Association (IATA) within 1 month of employment
* Good Clinical Practice (GCP) within 1 month of employment
* Human Subjects Protection (HSP) within 1 month of employment
* Basic Life Support (BLS) within 1 month of employment
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.
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Phlebotomist Laboratory Technical Assistant II - Specimen Processing
City of Hope job in Irvine, CA
Phlebotomist Laboratory Technical Assistant II - Specimen Processing (Full Time, Evening Shift) Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
City of Hope is seeking a Phlebotomist Laboratory Technical Assistant II to support our Clinical Pathology department on the day shift (2:00pm - 10:30 PM). This position reports to the Clinical Laboratory Manager and requires flexibility, as weekend coverage may be needed.
The primary responsibility for this role is specimen processing, including preparation for both in-house and send-out laboratory testing. The position also involves drawing blood from patients and donors in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Under the direction of the Clinical Laboratory Manager, this role provides advanced support across various lab operations-mentoring new staff, resolving specimen and workflow issues, fulfilling special draw requests, ordering supplies, and assisting with procedure development. This position plays a key role in supporting departmental and medical center objectives within a fast-paced, acute care environment.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Perform high-volume specimen processing, including labeling, centrifugation, routing, and preparation for in-house and send-out testing.
* Draw blood using appropriate techniques and equipment, observing patient safety and following established procedures.
* Collect, label, and transport specimens, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper handling across all specimen types.
* Troubleshoot and document specimen and workflow issues; maintain logs such as maintenance and temperature records.
* Support daily operations by greeting patients, processing lab orders, assisting with staff assignments, and mentoring new team members.
* Collaborate with team members to meet departmental goals, provide weekend oversight as needed, and contribute to special projects and scheduling.
Your qualifications should include:
* High School or equivalent (GED)
* Three to five years of experience as a competent phlebotomist
* Specimen Processing Experience
* California phlebotomy technician license
* BLS Certification through the American Heart Association
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Research Associate II - T Cell Therapeutics
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
City of Hope is seeking a Research Associate II to join Dr. Elizabeth Budde's T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratories. This role involves fast-paced research in cutting-edge technology, immunotherapeutic programs, and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions to critical illnesses. For more information on T Cell Therapeutics research, please visit here.
As a successful candidate, you will be:
* Conduct tissue culture, maintaining cell cultures and applying aseptic techniques for various cell lines, especially T cell lines.
* Perform T cell functional assays, including cytotoxicity, cytokine production assays, and ELISAs.
* Conduct cell staining for Multicolor Flow Cytometry and analyze flow cytometry data.
* Assist in murine surgical procedures, tissue harvesting/preparation, and contribute to revising/maintaining lab protocols.
* Provide routine lab support and maintain activities in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Your qualifications should include:
* Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field, with 2 years of post-degree research experience, or 1 year with a Master's degree
* Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy in lab work, and robust record-keeping skills
* Preferred: Master's degree and hands-on experience in cellular immunology and GLP
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Pathologists' Assistant
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Thank you for your interest. Please note, the purpose of this position is to recruit for on-going and future positions. Exciting Surgical Pathology Opportunity: Pathologists' Assistant Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Explore the dynamic realm of a full-time Pathologists' Assistant in the surgical pathology department, where your schedule spans from 12:30 pm to 9 pm across five days, offering 40 impactful hours of work. Under the mentorship of the Pathologists' Assistant Manager, you'll delve into essential tasks such as examining surgical specimens for critical diagnoses, perfecting autopsy prosection techniques, and engaging in the art of photography.
Prepare to assume a crucial role by handling specimen preparation for fixation and embedding, conducting cutting-edge frozen section procedures, and actively participating in a wide array of departmental activities. Your journey within this role will involve diverse responsibilities, from providing patient services and contributing to groundbreaking research to inspiring teaching initiatives and crafting innovative technical procedures.
This role welcomes recent graduates offering an unparalleled opportunity to gain hands-on experience and essential skills under the seasoned guidance of certified professionals. Join us on this thrilling journey filled with continuous learning, meaningful contributions, and substantial professional growth!
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Accession surgical specimens in the laboratory information system (LIS)
* Process and gross surgical specimens
* Perform quality control and quality assurance.
* Perform routine and complex autopsies.
Your qualifications should include:
* Bachelor's Degree in Pathologist Assistant Studies
* ASCP / AAPA Pathologist Assistant certification or must be ASCP/AAPA Pathologist Assistant certified within 6 months of hire date.
Additional Information:
* Hourly Pay Rate: $51.24 - $81.98
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Biomedical Engineering Tech I
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
The Biomedical Equipment Technician I (BMET I) provides technical support in the inspection, calibration, preventative maintenance, repair, and installation of medical devices and systems. This role ensures medical equipment is safe, functional, and in compliance with industry standards, helping to maintain optimal patient care environments.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Perform basic preventative maintenance on biomedical equipment following manufacture guidelines and internal protocols.
* Troubleshoot and repair minor equipment issues under supervision with guidance from senior technicians.
* Conduct routine tests to ensure accuracy and proper function of medical devices.
* Adjust and calibrate equipment as needed, ensuring compliance with performance standards.
* Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
* Report equipment malfunctions or recurring issues to senior staff or supervisors.
* Assist in maintaining the medical equipment inventory database.
* Track replacement parts and coordinate orders with vendors as directed.
* Adhere to hospital policies, safety regulations, and accreditation standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, FDA, NFPA, AAMI).
Your qualifications should include:
* High school diploma.
* Valid state driver's license
* Proficiency in using CMMS software for maintenance management.
* Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
* 2 years of experienced as BMET I preferred
* Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) is a plus.
Additional Information:
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.,
Dosimetrist II
City of Hope job in Irvine, CA
Thank you for your interest. Please note, the purpose of this posting is to recruit for on-going and future positions. Dosimetrist II - Radiation Oncology (Irvine, CA) Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
As a Dosimetrist II, you will conduct CT simulations and create 3-dimensional computer-assisted treatment plans with minimal supervision from staff physicists. Your key duties include performing general patient dosimetry, handling hand calculations for external beam therapy, and managing irregularly shaped field calculations. Additionally, you will prepare data for Total Body Irradiation treatments, perform quality assurance on the treatment planning system, and carry out routine physics QA measurements, ensuring precise and safe radiation treatments for patients.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Independently assess the necessary dosimetry and physics requirements for fulfilling the physician's prescription
* Recommend treatment strategies to the physician
* Contour normal tissues according to physician instructions.
* Perform CT and conventional simulation procedures
* Perform 2-D, 3-D, and IMRT treatment planning
* Digitize and import all beam shaping blocks at the completion of the simulation process
Your qualifications should include:
* Bachelor's Degree required
* 3 years as Certified Dosimetrist
* MDCB
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Manager, Advanced Practice
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
We have an exciting opportunity for a an Advanced Practice Manager to join our team in Duarte, CA. We are searching for candidates with oncology experience, but will consider applicants with other relevant experience. If you have a passion to care for oncology patients, we encourage you to apply for this role
As a successful candidate, you will:
Manage workforce of Nurse practitioners employed in the hematology department. Focus on recruitment, onboarding, meeting departmental and organizational goals as directed by the Director of Advanced Practice. Practice with a defined clinical component with physician support. Act as a resource to the NPs in service line and is a representative of medical oncology/surgical oncology NPs in committees and task forces as assigned.
Essential Functions:
* Utilizes the City of Hope nursing process in clinical practice.
* Assumes responsibility for independent, direct medical management of a defined patient population, according to standardized procedures and in collaboration with a physician advisor.
* Performs physical examinations applying the medical model and nursing process to patient care problems that require medical intervention and skill. Strives to maintain consistency of quality patient care for admitted patients during stay in defined area while waiting for placement
* Develop/follow protocols/standardized procedures for practice for Nurse Practitioners in the department.
* Assists in developing methods and systems for provision of medical care and overall department operations.
* Maintains open lines of communication with the physician and multidisciplinary health team regarding patient information across all service lines for hematology. Works with Director and NP Manager of Hematology to streamline processes for standardization as appropriate to increase efficiencies.
* Under supervision of a physician advisor, performs initial and interval physical assessment for evaluation of patient progress, applying techniques of observation, inspection, auscultation, palpation and percussion.
* Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings, consulting with physician advisor when indicated, evaluates, diagnoses and manages certain illnesses and conditions, orders appropriate laboratory studies, identifies appropriate pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic interventions, refers or consults with other physicians within City of Hope Medical Center.
* Develops and implements patient education activities; provides education and counseling to patients.
* Develops and participates in performance improvement activities to evaluate the program's effectiveness in meeting patient care and departmental needs.
* Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reviewing current literature, attending in-service meetings, and workshops.
* Attends and participates in meetings. Works within scope of leadership practice and as an NP to represent APPs in initiatives within the program and with nursing leadership.
Your qualifications should include:
* Master's Degree
* Three years nursing experience.
* Demonstrated a formal leadership role (leading, planning, and evaluating nursing practices and operations).
Required Certification/Licensure:
* Current NP certification
* Current California RN license
* Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card through American Heart Association
"City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location."
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist I/II
City of Hope job in Irvine, CA
Nuclear Medicine Technologist I/II (Molecular Imaging Technologist I/II) - Radiology/PET/CT (4x10 day shifts) (Variable start time) Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Join our team as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist II, where you will be responsible for performing a wide range of Nuclear Medicine examinations on patients of all ages. This includes utilizing advanced imaging equipment such as SPECT-CT, Gamma Cameras, Thyroid Probe, and PET-CT with Diagnostic CT, and, when applicable, PET-MR systems. Your role will encompass organ imaging, function studies, computer analysis, and assisting physicians in the therapeutic administration of radioisotopes under prescribed conditions. Your expertise will contribute to the comprehensive care of our patients and advance our diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities in nuclear medicine. Our Nuclear Medicine department includes the following: PET/CT (Biograph 600), SPECT/CT (Symbia Intevo Bold) cardiac stress testing, and radioimmunotherapy suite. Join us in providing cutting-edge medical care and advancing the field of nuclear medicine! CLICK HERE to learn more about the Lennar Foundation Cancer Center!
Schedule: This position requires flexibility to accommodate varying patient needs. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. On-call responsibilities and mandatory overtime may also be necessary.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Perform a variety of diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures, for patients of all ages, that requires the safe and effective use of radionuclides
* Utilize safe techniques to include protective shielding and prescribe safety standards for the preparation and handling of radioactive sources
* Maintain records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage and disposal in accordance with state and federal regulations governing the accountability for radioactive materials
Your qualifications should include:
* Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Program
* 3+ years in Nuclear Medicine as a Nuclear Med Technologist
* California State Certification in Nuclear Medicine AND Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (CNMT) or R.T. (N) (ARRT)
* Certification in Computed Tomography ARRT (CT) (highly preferred)
* BLS
* Note: Candidates with < 3 years of experiences may be considered for Molecular Imaging Technologist I (Pay Range: $46.58/hr - $60.55/hr - $74.52/hr)
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
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Collector
City of Hope job in Irwindale, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Position Summary:
To efficiently and collectively collect reimbursement for professional services rendered. The Collector is in charge of monitoring and processing accounts that are both straightforward or may need further research in order to bring resolution. The Collector will work with minimal supervision from management to ensure the integrity of the work performed. The Collector works in a team environment to fulfill the mission and goals of the Division.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Follow-up all assigned accounts from within billing and accounts receivable system in accordance with pre-established goals.
* Initiates proactive measures that result in account resolution, including written and verbal claims, follow-up actions and first and second level appeals.
* Ensures all conditions for payment receipt have been satisfied, which includes; but not limited to :
* Accurate charges
* Patient insurance eligibility
* Accurate financial class
* Patient benefit coverage
* Authorization/certification/TAR information
* Patient responsibilities
* Claims address
* CPT coding, as applicable
* ICD-9 coding, as applicable
* Responds timely and accurately to all incoming related correspondence and inquiries from payers, patients and other authorized parties.
* Reports any trends in incoming correspondence to managers for appropriate follow-up.
* Interacts with co-workers and other representatives to obtain required information on a timely basis.
* Initiates contact with patient's as necessary.
* Initiates recommendations and actions for resolving patient accounts. Evaluates accounts to determine any adjustments or charge corrections required.
Your qualifications should include:
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Minimum three (3) to five (5) years experience performing medical functions.
* Minimum experience including corresponding with patients and insurance companies in resolving patient accounts.
* Extensive knowledge of insurance carrier procedures.
* Experience with reading Explanation of Benefits (EOB) statements. Proven ability to handle multiple conflicting tasks.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Phlebotomist LTA II
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Phlebotomist II - Full Time, Nights (Monday-Friday 2130-0600 with rotating weekends/holidays Sat/Sun 2130-0600) Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
A Phlebotomist II at City of Hope is responsible for drawing blood from patients and donors, following appropriate procedures and guidelines. The role also involves processing specimens for laboratory testing and providing high-level support to the laboratory team. This includes mentoring new staff, resolving specimen/workflow issues, handling special requests, ordering supplies, and assisting in procedure development. The Phlebotomist works under the direction of the Phlebotomy Supervisor and collaborates with the Clinical Pathology department to achieve departmental and medical center objectives.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Collects blood according to physician orders using proper techniques and equipment, while monitoring for any adverse reactions during and after the procedure.
* Greets patients, processes lab orders, and directs patients to their next station.
* Collects, labels, and delivers specimens for analysis, ensuring correct handling and following up on any issues.
* Maintains knowledge on specimen collection and processing, including centrifuging blood samples and routing specimens to the appropriate lab area.
* Addresses specimen collection problems and maintains appropriate logs (e.g., maintenance and temperature logs).
* Assists with daily staff assignments, staff training, and achieving department objectives while maintaining positive employee relations.
* Ensures efficient work flow, oversees weekend section activities, and participates in special projects.
Your qualifications should include:
* High School or equivalent (GED)
* Three to five years of experience as a competent phlebotomist
* California phlebotomy technician license required - Adult CPR through the American Heart Association
Additional Information:
* This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Clinical Research Assistant I
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
Exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual! Join us as a Clinical Research Assistant I in which you will manage an assigned set of multiple research protocols to assure efficiency and regulatory compliance of the protocol.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Conduct protocol management for an assigned set of multiple research protocols.
* Maintain current and accurate protocol documentation and notify investigators of pertinent protocol changes.
* Ensure participants are appropriately registered and maintain documentation of participant registration.
* Compile and submit data on appropriate forms according to protocol requirements.
* Ensure protocol compliance through intense monitoring of specific study requirements and schedule protocol-related activities.
* Play an active role in the recruitment of participants for the study.
* Assist in training and mentoring new clinical research staff members.
* Perform protocol-specific clinical duties as required by the research study.
* Perform data management and data analyses as required by the research study.
* Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with participants, visitors, and other hospital personnel while ensuring the confidentiality of participant information.
* Collect and deliver specimens for analysis using appropriate equipment for collecting and handling specimens, ensure proper labeling, and obtain pertinent clinical and protocol information on request forms.
* Develop and maintain knowledge of various aspects of processing specimens, with particular attention to safety practices.
* Identify and communicate important protocol and data management issues or problem areas to the supervisor.
Your qualifications should include:
* Associate's Degree.
* Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements.
* Read, identify and extract pertinent data from medical records.
* Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
* Medical Record, Health Information Systems, or related health field.
Preferred qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree.
* Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish for regular written and verbal communications in Spanish with research participants and collaborating investigators.
* Experience with Progeny preferred.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Nights Clinical Nurse III - Evaluation Treatment Center
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
ER/Urgent Cancer Care, When You Need It Most - 24/7 at City of Hope
At City of Hope's Evaluation and Treatment Center (ETC), we understand that cancer doesn't wait-the ETC is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing specialized urgent care for cancer-related emergencies and unexpected complications.
As the only cancer-specific urgent care center on the West Coast, the ETC combines over a decade of experience with cutting-edge technology, offering a team of experts dedicated to compassionate, comprehensive care.
Whether you're experiencing side effects from chemotherapy, complications from immunotherapy or transplant, or other hematologic or oncologic emergencies, our highly trained clinicians are here to deliver personalized, coordinated support-any time, day or night.
Our evaluation Treatment Center is expanding and has multiple positions available with multiple shifts.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Integrates and practices according to the City of Hope Professional Practice Model to deliver care service excellence.
* In alignment with City of Hope mission and values, the Division of Nursing and Patient Care Services vision and mission, and with continuous focus on the patient, family and community, carries out the nursing process, coordinates interdisciplinary care planning, documents according to standards, including validation of the patient and caregiver's understanding of the plan of care and expected outcomes.
* The nurse is a change agent, committed to lifelong learning, professional development and embodiment of City of Hope organizational mission and values, and the values and ethos of the profession of nursing.
* Hours:
* 7:00pm - 7:30am
* Full time 12 hour shift / 3 days a week
Your qualifications should include:
* 3-5 years experience in an acute care setting and/or outpatient setting
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
* Emergency Department experience a plus
* Chemotherapy/ Biotherapy Certificate or Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy Certificate (Must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
Licensures:
* CA RN License
* BLS through American Heart Association
* ACLS through American Heart Association
* PALS through American Heart Association
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Physician |Body Imaging Radiologist | Irvine, CA
City of Hope job in Irvine, CA
City of Hope Orange County is transforming cancer care delivery in the nation's sixth largest county. With the 2025 opening of Orange County's only cancer specialty hospital, City of Hope is advancing a national model for cancer research and treatment on its 72-acre research campus. The visionary initiative completes the most advanced, integrated cancer care network in the region, bringing more cancer-focused expertise, breakthrough acute and outpatient care, novel clinical trials and groundbreaking technology to a community with pressing needs. The hospital is seamlessly connected to City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, ensuring uninterrupted care for each patient's needs (low acuity or complex.)
Patients benefit from the full continuum of nationally ranked cancer treatment and research - from prevention through survivorship - on one academic campus built for the single purpose of saving lives. This campus is surrounded by a network of regional clinical locations. City of Hope's five cancer hospitals across the nation and network of clinical locations operate as a unified system, seamlessly sharing expertise, clinical trial access, and advanced technologies to deliver advanced, coordinated care.
Position Highlights
Join one of the top cancer centers in the nation! Our rapidly expanding, nationally recognized cancer institute seek to hire a full-time Fellowship-trained, Body/Abdominal Imaging Radiologist. Full-time working within an established team of radiologists and nurses at a world-renowned national cancer system.
* Full-time working within an established team of radiologists at a world-renowned national cancer system.
* Primarily clinical position with excellent opportunities for research & collaboration
Position Benefits:
* Excellent benefits package, including a generous retirement contribution plan
* Relocation assistance may be available
* Base Salary Range: $475,000 - $525,000 (depending on City of Hope Academic Rank). The range listed is exclusively for base compensation for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Actual compensation will be adjusted for experience, training, hospital/community need and other factors.
Benefits information: City of Hope Medical Group Benefits
About City of Hope
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. City of Hope's affiliated group of organizations includes Translational Genomics Research Institute and AccessHopeTM. For more information about City of Hope, follow us on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
* 3-5 years of experience as a diagnostic radiologist preferred
* Experienced with plain films, fluoroscopy, CT, MR, and PET/CT
* Experience working in an academic medical center or specialty cancer center, is highly desirable
* Academic record consistent with appointment as Assistant or early career Associate Professor, preferred
* The ideal candidate will participate in clinical research
* Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree
* Have or be willing and eligible to obtain U.S. NRC (United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission) license
* The selected candidate for the position must be eligible to obtain or already hold an active California medical license
Research Associate I - T Cell Therapeutics
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
City of Hope is seeking a Research Associate I to join Dr. Elizabeth Budde's T Cell Therapeutics Research Laboratories. This role involves fast-paced research in cutting-edge technology, immunotherapeutic programs, and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions to critical illnesses. For more information on T Cell Therapeutics research, please visit here.
As a successful candidate, you will be:
* Conduct tissue culture, maintaining cell cultures and applying aseptic techniques for various cell lines, especially T cell lines.
* Perform T cell functional assays, including cytotoxicity, cytokine production assays, and ELISAs.
* Conduct cell staining for Multicolor Flow Cytometry and analyze flow cytometry data.
* Assist in murine surgical procedures, tissue harvesting/preparation, and contribute to revising/maintaining lab protocols.
* Provide routine lab support and maintain activities in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Your qualifications should include:
* Bachelor's Degree
* Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy in lab work, and robust record-keeping skills
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Senior Administrative Support - Diagnostic Radiology
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Position Summary:
The Senior Administrative Support will support faculty and leaders in Diagnostic Radiology. With significant independence, provides senior administrative support that requires no instructions on routine work, and general instructions on new assignments. Resolves routine complex inquiries utilizing knowledge of policies and procedures. Compiles and analyzes basic information for inclusion in reports or presentation materials; prepares charts, graphs or tables. Prioritizes projects for completion with only limited supervision. Relies on experience and judgment with the flexibility to create solutions.
This is an on-site position working business hours Monday-Friday.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Manage calendars for faculty and leaders.
* Schedule and attend meetings and take minutes.
* Set up conferences.
* Prepare PowerPoint presentations for faculty.
* Process reimbursements.
* Compile information and prepare reports and records.
* Make appointments and travel arrangements and manage expenses.
* Screen visitors and telephone calls.
* Compose and route routine correspondence.
* Prepare confidential and special reports including periodic statistical reports.
* May train and direct clerical staff.
* Make decisions on minor administrative matters and completes clerical details as needed.
Your qualifications should include:
* High school diploma or GED, some vocational/specialized training.
Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements.
* 3 to 5 years' responsible secretarial or clerical experience in a professional environment.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Teams.
Additional Information:
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Physician Assistant - Surgical First Assist
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
We are seeking a Physician Assistant for Surgical Oncology at City of Hope in Duarte. The Physician Assistant functions as part of a care team who, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary health team, is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care. The Physician Assistant provides independent and collaborative medical management to a defined patient population, according to standardized procedures and in collaboration with a physician supervisor.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Provide primary, secondary, and in some cases, tertiary care within scope of practice, licensure, and organizational policies.
* Services provided include, but are not limited to taking histories, conducting physical examinations, ordering, performing, and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests and therapies and furnishing drugs and devices in a cost-efficient manner for specific conditions.
* Perform history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, concise, relevant, and appropriate.
* Document the consultation and new patient note.
* Perform routine procedures, both inpatient and outpatient, pertinent to the practice and as granted through the privilege process.
* During simple follow-up cases, the you may independently manage patients in follow-up including ordering follow-up imaging, providing medical care, and support to the patient including ordering pharmacological agents.
* Interpret imaging and communicates with attending physician regarding interval patient change.
* Prescribe and council patients on narcotic use safety.
* Demonstrate pharmacologic knowledge including indications, contraindications, side effects, interactions, and adverse effects of pharmacologic agents.
* Review treatment and therapy plans with patients and appropriate family members.
* Practice clinical care informed by evidence-based literature.
* Instruct and counsel patients in matters related to health care management including diet, medication and physical and mental health needs and refers to the appropriate specialists when appropriate.
Your qualifications should include:
* Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a master's degree as a Physician Assistant.
* Oncology experience preferred
* First Assist experience
* Current California Physician Assistant License
* Current American Heart Association BLS certification, required.
* Current American Heart Association ACLS certification, required.
* Must have a current DEA.
* $119,000 to $213,000
"City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location."
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
Pathologists' Assistant
City of Hope job in Duarte, CA
Pathologists' Assistant - Surgical Services Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Explore the dynamic realm of a Per Diem Pathologists' Assistant in the surgical pathology department, where you'll have the flexibility to contribute on an as-needed basis. Under the mentorship of the Pathologists' Assistant Manager, you'll engage in essential tasks such as examining surgical specimens for critical diagnoses, refining autopsy prosection techniques, and mastering the art of medical photography.
In this role, you'll play a crucial part in specimen preparation for fixation and embedding, perform advanced frozen section procedures, and actively participate in various departmental activities. Your contributions will span patient services, innovative research, teaching initiatives, and the development of cutting-edge technical procedures.
This opportunity is open to recent graduates, providing invaluable hands-on experience under the guidance of certified professionals. Join us for a rewarding per diem role filled with continuous learning, meaningful contributions, and professional growth!
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Accession surgical specimens in the laboratory information system (LIS)
* Process and gross surgical specimens
* Perform quality control and quality assurance.
* Perform routine and complex autopsies.
Your qualifications should include:
* Bachelor's Degree in Pathologist Assistant Studies
* ASCP / AAPA Pathologist Assistant certification or must be ASCP/AAPA Pathologist Assistant certified within 6 months of hire date.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Clinical Research Associate I - Integrative Oncology
City of Hope job in Irvine, CA
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
A Clinical Research Associate I role is available for the Integrative Oncology research program within the Cherng Family Center. You will be scheduling patients for biospecimen repository consents, screening, orientation and educational classes. You will be traveling throughout the network to meet and consent patients.
As a successful candidate, you will:
* Conduct protocol management for an assigned set of multiple research protocols.
* Conduct background check research, write and develop new clinical research protocols under the guidance of a medical oncology physician
* Maintain current and accurate protocol documentation
* Complete and maintain regulatory documents for IRB, DSMB and PRMC/CPRMC
* Recruit patients to study and establish and maintain relationships with patients, visitors and other hospital personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information
* Compile and submit data on appropriate forms according to protocol requirements
* Collect and deliver specimens for analysis using specified equipment and ensure proper labeling.
Your qualifications should include:
* Associates degree. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements. Bachelors preferred.
* One year of experience working in a health care setting, preferably in clinical research
* Experience with medical record review, health information systems, and/or clinical trials is preferred
* Superb communication and problem-solving skills and able to function independently and proficiently
* Demonstrable computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and/or Microsoft Access as well as skills in data management and analyses.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.