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MILITARY VETERANS
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 Family Medicine of the Keck School of Medicine of USC provides care for every member of the family, across generations and over lifetimes. We aim to enhance the quality of life for underserved and vulnerable patients, while educating future generations of highly skilled, compassionate primary care specialists. Our goal is to combine education, patient advocacy, and evidence-based research to advance family medicine and geriatrics. Keck School of Medicine of USC Street Medicine is hiring a full-time advanced practice provider (APP), Clinical Instructor of Family Medicine (Practitioner), to deliver services directly to patients experiencing homelessness in their own environment such as under bridges, in encampments and on the street. This is an exciting opportunity to pioneer the field of street medicine in Los Angeles, CA, home to the largest unsheltered homeless population in the United States. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the APP will perform diagnostic, therapeutic, preventative and health maintenance services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician. Preferred Education: current Advanced Practitioner License (PA, NP, etc.) Preferred Experience: 3 years, experience working with the homeless population The annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $150,000. 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 candidates 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 values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply.