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U CAN HELP DEFINE NURSING EXCELLENCE

At UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Nursing, there’s no limit to what U CAN do in your nursing career. Because our nurses are essential in the delivery of the world-class care UCLA Health is known for, we provide them with every resource and opportunity to achieve their fullest professional and personal potential. Through our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art clinical technology, shared governance, recognition programs and more, we’re inspiring, empowering and supporting our nurses to go further in their practice. It’s no wonder we’ve been able to achieve Magnet status multiple times in multiple locations.

When you’re ready to elevate your nursing career, we have ongoing openings at locations throughout our system, including:

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
  • UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica
  • Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA
  • UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital
  • Over 160 UCLA ambulatory clinics, specialty practices and urgent care centers

No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy all of the cultural, recreational and lifestyle advantages Southern California has to offer.

Physical Therapist 1 or 2, Acute Care, Part Time
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesThe primary functions are to provide applicable physical therapy care for patients with various diagnoses in the acute care setting. Major duties include: patient treatment, completing all documentation requirements accurately and timely. The primary function is patient care, unless otherwise specified. May be required to rotate between clinical areas and will be required to participate in holiday and weekend coverage.  Must commit to 2 weekend days per month QualificationsTwo or more years of acute care experience preferred.  Will consider a new graduate for an entry level position.  Must be flexible, have excellent communication skills and be able to work independently in a fast paced environment. UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected...
Sep 15, 2020
Medical Assistant - Manhattan Beach Pediatrics
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA
ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will participate in total patient care, assist with preparing patients for examinations, procedures and minor surgeries, administering and recording medications, draw and process labs, acting as a patient liaison, and stock and maintaining exam and procedure rooms. Ability to utilize the University's EMR (EPIC/CareConnect) to process the patient through the visit including but not limited to: arrive/room patients, accurately take and record vital signs, record necessary data elements as outlined in scope of work, obtain lab results and patient reports, facilitate prescriptions as outlined in scope of work, ensure correct electronic charting procedures, facilitate consent process using electronic program (iMed), facilitate follow-up appointment scheduling, provide patient with completed After Visit Summary (AVS) and respond to In-Basket notifications and complete or forward to appropriate individual(s) in a timely manner. Act as a staff person in the...
Sep 17, 2020
Principle Administrative Analyst Supervisor
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent is responsible for the effective functioning of 190 academic actions and related activities for the Department and maintains academic rapport at all Department locations, including Westwood, Santa Monica, Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital, LA-Orthopedic Institute for Children, and the Department’s community-based imaging facilities. S/he manages Academic Personnel actions and activities related to academic appointments: recruitment, dossier preparation and analysis for appointments, merits, promotions, and other faculty reviews according to University policies and procedures. S/he stays abreast of administrative issues related to complex regulatory requirements pertaining to academic and faculty appointments, including visas, mentoring, proctoring and teaching evaluations and guides the Committee on Appointments, Merits and Promotions (CAMP). Will supervise 2-3 staff members within the Department Qualifications1. Organization and...
Sep 17, 2020
Administrative Specialist for the Office of Chairman of Radiological Sciences
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesProvide general administrative support and manuscript editor support to the Office of the Chairman of Radiological Sciences. Major functions include: independently researching, organizing and integrating data for reports and manuscripts. Perform research, composition and editing of manuscripts for the Chair. Taking minutes at faculty meetings, composing notes and appropriately distributing. Using problem solving and analytic abilities, collect and analyzing data for Department, University and School of Medicine reports, surveys and questionnaires. Minimal direction for assignments are given. A high level of independence and responsibility are required to prioritize all duties and special projects. Qualifications1. Typing skills to prepare business correspondence and reports with speed and accuracy using appropriate computer programs. 2. Skill in word processing. Ability to operate a computer using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Power Point etc. 3. Ability to...
Sep 17, 2020
Physical Therapist - Per Diem, Westwood Outpatient
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesSeeking a Physical Therapist with strong background and clinical expertise in orthopedic and neurologic conditions with varying patient demographics from adolescents to geriatrics. Primary functions are to provide applicable physical therapy care for patients with various diagnoses in a fast paced outpatient setting. Major duties include: patient evaluation and treatment, electronic medical record documentation, maintain expected productivity levels (including special assignments), special projects and duties as assigned. The primary function is patient care, unless otherwise specified. This candidate will be responsible for working with a physical therapist assistant and delegating patient caseloads as appropriate. QualificationsRequired: California Physical Therapy License or eligibility to work as such. Experience with orthopedic and neurologic conditions necessary to successfully navigate this position. Current BCLS Certificate. Strong communication skills and...
Sep 17, 2020
Respiratory Therapist I Per Diem
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesAs a Respiratory Therapist in the UCLA Medical Center, you will have access to the absolute latest technology and treatments for the care of your patients. With the possibility of working anywhere in the health system, you'll handle clinical situations ranging from the routine to the highly complex for adult, pediatrics, and neonatal patients. Assignments include all critical care areas, Emergency Department, medical floors, Operating Room and intensive care units. Perform routine and complex Respiratory Therapy for adult, pediatrics, and neonatal patients. Assignments may be required to work in any area in the Health System. You will be working mainly night shifts and may require rotating on night shifts. QualificationsRequired: ·       BCLS ·       CA - RCP ·       RRT Degree: AA/AS ·       Registered Respiratory Therapist by The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) ·         Preferred: ·       3 years of RRT experience ·       NRP ·       PALS ·       NPS...
Sep 17, 2020
Speech Pathologist, Per Diem-Westwood/Santa Monica
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesProvide speech pathology services to patients in an outpatient setting.  Includes assessment and treatment for patients with swallowing and communication problems.  The candidate must be able to competently assess and treat pediatric patients with communication issues. This position will float between Westwood and Santa Monica locations as needed.  Qualifications- California State Speech Pathology license  - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities - Able to efficiently learn new computer and clinic systems - Excellent documentation abilities UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Sep 17, 2020
Speech Pathologist, Per Diem - Westwood/Santa Monica
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesProvide speech pathology services to patients in an outpatient setting.  Includes assessment and treatment for patients with swallowing and communication problems.  The candidate must be able to competently assess and treat pediatric patients with communication issues. This position will float between Westwood and Santa Monica locations as needed.  Qualifications- California State Speech Pathology license  - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities - Able to efficiently learn new computer and clinic systems - Excellent documentation abilities UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Sep 17, 2020
Senior Speech Pathologist, Per Diem
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesProvide speech pathology services to patients in the acute setting. Includes assessment and treatment for patients with swallowing and communication problems. This position will float between Westwood and Santa Monica locations as needed.  QualificationsCalifornia State Speech Pathology license - Must have experience working in the hospital environment - Ability to provide services to children with  communication disorders is not required but is a plus - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities - Able to efficiently learn new computer and clinic systems - Excellent documentation abilities UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Sep 17, 2020
Radiology Administrative Analyst
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesIncumbent provides administrative support to the Human Resources (HR) office under the general direction of the Senior Administrative Analyst. Works to provide HR functions and services for Radiology faculty, staff, students, and visitors, and interacts with various offices in the David Geffen School of Medicine, the UCLA Health System, and others internal and external to UCLA to accomplish goals. Also performs a variety of responsibilities and general duties, and contributes to overall maintenance of an effective team-managed office environment. Incumbent must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and direction. Incumbent prioritizes and completes assignments. Incumbent receives specific projects and assignments as well as specific goals and objectives from HR and works in a collaborative manner to analyze situations and accomplish goals and positive outcomes for challenging situations. Qualifications1. Management skills to maintain and organize...
Sep 17, 2020
Comprehensive Care Coordinator
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will be responsible for coordinating activities surrounding “Patient Centered Care.”  “Patient Centered Care” activities include (but not limited to) identifying current and new patient populations through risk stratification lists and chronic conditions requiring one on one support in coordinating and managing care activities. The Incumbent's primary duty will be to support Advanced Care Planning (ACP) efforts. Based upon operational needs, the Incumbent may be embedded in any supported clinic, provide remote support, or serve as a float traveling to the practices that other CCCs are located for coverage to assist primary care physicians with full-time focus on coordinating care for patients identified in a risk group and complex tasks which will improve the patient experience, the health of our UCLA populations and reduce total cost of patient care/utilization. The incumbent will work as part of the patient’s interdisciplinary care team, which...
Sep 17, 2020
REG RESP THER 1
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesAs a Respiratory Therapist in the UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica you'll have access to the absolute latest technology and treatments for the care of your patients.  With the possibility of working anywhere in the health system, you'll handle clinical situations ranging from the routine to the highly complex for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Assignments include all critical care areas, Emergency Department, medical floors, Operating Room and intensive care units. Perform routine and complex Respiratory Therapy for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.  Assignments may be required to work in any area in the Health System.  Will be working mainly night shift.  May require rotating shifts Day/Nights. QualificationsBCLS required; ACLS, NRP and NPS preferred; and PALS. License: CA - RCP RRT Certifications: RRT Required Degree: AA/AS Required Experience: 3 years (students??)  Registered Respiratory Therapist by The National Board of Respiratory Care...
Sep 17, 2020
Medical Assistant - Brentwood Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will participate in total patient care, assist with preparing patients for examinations, procedures and minor surgeries, administering and recording medications, draw and process labs, acting as a patient liaison, and stock and maintaining exam and procedure rooms. Ability to utilize the University's EMR (EPIC/CareConnect) to process the patient through the visit including but not limited to: arrive/room patients, accurately take and record vital signs, record necessary data elements as outlined in scope of work, obtain lab results and patient reports, facilitate prescriptions as outlined in scope of work, ensure correct electronic charting procedures, facilitate consent process using electronic program (iMed), facilitate follow-up appointment scheduling, provide patient with completed After Visit Summary (AVS) and respond to In-Basket notifications and complete or forward to appropriate individual(s) in a timely manner. Act as a staff person in the...
Sep 17, 2020
Operating Room Assistant, PD - Santa Monica
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesIncumbent will perform duties as an Operating Room Assistant to include: patient care; blood products, specimens, and equipment transport; equipment maintenance, environmental sanitation, restocking supplies, cleaning soiled supplies, storing and distributing anesthesia support materials. Other duties include, but are not limited to customer service and departmental efficiencies. Qualifications·       Physical requirements: Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 50lbs. or more. Dexterity to operate equipment. ·       Awareness of potential exposure to injury of hazardous materials. Knowledge of disinfectants germicides, and sterilants. ·       Knowledge of department specialty equipment (name, storage location, use, basic function, and trouble-shooting) ·       Knowledge of infection control, AORN, and AAMI standards related to job function ·       Knowledge of government regulations: JCAHO, OSHA, Waste Management ·       Consistently demonstrates a high...
Sep 17, 2020
Weekend Pharmacy Intern
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
Responsibilities Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, when assigned to an inpatient practice area, performs those repetitive and manipulative activities which primarily consist of drug distribution duties, pre-packaging, maintaining the inventory in the Pyxis medstations (filling the medstation daily, checking for outdates), IV and chemotherapy sterile compounding, record keeping (refrigerator temperature logs and hood cleaning), billing, housekeeping and security functions.   Limited appointment, may convert to career. QualificationsCA Pharmacy Intern license required. Must be currently enrolled in a Pharm D. Program Ability to accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations. Knowledge of pharmaceutical generic and trade names and their dosage forms, and the ability to cross-reference the most common drugs from memory. Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmaceutical abbreviations. Skill in preparing intravenous solutions using aseptic technique. Ability to work...
Sep 17, 2020
Investigational Drug Studies Pharmacy Technician
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesUnder direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, when assigned to an investigational drug studies practice area, performs those repetitive and manipulative activities which primarily consist of drug distribution duties, pre-packaging, maintaining the inventory in the Pyxis medstations (filling the medstation daily, checking for outdates), IV and chemotherapy sterile compounding, record keeping (refrigerator temperature logs and hood cleaning), billing, housekeeping and security functions. QualificationsCA Pharmacy Technician license required. 2 years of hospital inpatient experience preferred. Ability to accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations. Knowledge of pharmaceutical generic and trade names and their dosage forms, and the ability to cross-reference the most common drugs from memory. Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmaceutical abbreviations. Skill in preparing intravenous solutions using aseptic technique. Ability to work independently and...
Sep 17, 2020
Graveyard/ED Pharmacist
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesPlay a key role in the delivery of world-class patient care. Make a significant contribution to an award-winning health system. Leverage your expertise to make a life-changing difference. At UCLA Health, you can do all this and more. In this key role, you will be responsible for preparing and dispensing many types of pharmaceuticals to fulfill orders from inpatient settings, maintenance and review of patient medication profiles, counseling patients on appropriate drug use, and reviewing medication orders and patient’s medical record. You will collaborate closely with other members of the health care team to help prevent inappropriate or misuse of medications. Adhering to departmental policies and procedures, you will deliver a wide range of clinical services (e.g., pharmacokinetic dosing, therapeutic interchange, IV/PO conversions, TPN per pharmacy, pharmacist interventions, attend codes/code stroke, cover the OR and perform medication reconciliation). UCLA Health...
Sep 17, 2020
Psychiatric Tech - Santa Monica
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Santa Monica, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesUnder direct supervision of a Registered Nurse you will provide nursing care to psychiatric patients by implementing and evaluating the established plan of care, carrying out assigned tasks, and working with members of the nursing and multidisciplinary team. Qualifications·        At least 6 months experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting or equivalent ·        California Psychiatric Technician Licensure ·        CPR card ·        Knowledge of psychological functioning and deviations from normal ·        Knowledge of growth and development throughout the life span ·        Knowledge of techniques of therapeutic communication ·        Knowledge of Drug administration ·        Knowledge of management of assaultive behavior ·        Knowledge of Evacuation, fire and disaster procedures ·        Knowledge of HIPAA UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to...
Sep 17, 2020
Pharmacy Messenger
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
Responsibilities Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, when assigned to an inpatient practice area, performs those activities which primarily consists of aiding pharmacy technicians in the delivery of medications to and from nursing stations, picking up of orders from nursing stations, and participating in the general housekeeping and messenger duties as required. Limited appointment may convert to career. Qualifications* Skill in setting priorities, which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.   * Ability to work independently and follow-through on assignments with minimal supervision.   * Telephone and verbal skills to communicate clearly and effectively with pharmacists, burses, physicians and other allied health professional.   * Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse multidisciplinary group to achieve a common goal.   * Demonstrate a customer service approach in all aspects of the job.   * Ability to...
Sep 17, 2020
Senior Staff Pharmacist Supervisor - Investigational Drug Studies
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
Responsibilities Plays a key role in the delivery of world-class patient care. Contribute to the advancement of critical medical treatments and therapies. Leverage your expertise to make a life-changing difference. At UCLA Health, UCan do all this and more. In this key role, you will supervise and coordinate all of the staff activities of the Investigational Drug Services, including the initiation, monitoring and auditing of all approved investigational drug studies. You will maintain adequate staffing as well as train, coach, motivate and evaluate employees to ensure the appropriate delivery of drug distribution, clinical and investigational services. You will also be responsible for inventory control and protocol monitoring. UCLA Health is a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and dozens of primary care practices, specialty practices, urgent care centers and other ancillary locations throughout metro Los Angeles. We are also home to the world-class...
Sep 17, 2020
Pharmacy Technician I - Non-sterile Compounding
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
Responsibilities Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, when assigned to an inpatient practice area, performs those repetitive and manipulative activities which primarily consist of drug distribution duties, pre-packaging, maintaining the inventory in the Pyxis medstations (filling the medstation daily, checking for outdates), IV and chemotherapy sterile compounding, record keeping (refrigerator temperature logs and hood cleaning), billing, housekeeping and security functions. QualificationsCA Pharmacy Technician license required. 2 years of hospital inpatient experience preferred. Ability to accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations. Knowledge of pharmaceutical generic and trade names and their dosage forms, and the ability to cross-reference the most common drugs from memory. Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmaceutical abbreviations. Skill in preparing intravenous solutions using aseptic technique. Ability to work independently and follow-through on...
Sep 17, 2020
Anesthesia Technician - Westwood Surgery Center
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesUnder the general direction of the Admin Nurse, and the Director of Nursing & Operations the Patient Specialty Services Tech primary function is to assist the anesthesiologist in preparation of equipment needed to administer anesthesia in Surgery Center as well as several off-sites. This may include setting up invasive lines for patient monitoring, performing cell saving procedures, setting up laser and video equipment and assisting in laser procedures, setting up other O.R. equipment for the clinical staff and performing clerical and coordinating duties. In addition, duties may include proper care of instrumentation and equipment, utilization of all safety measures and the accurate completion of all documentation.  Qualifications·       2 years of experience as an Anesthesia tech required ·       Experience with Rapid Transfuser and invasive intravenous patient lines required ·       Knowledge of AORN and AAMI Standards specific to areas of responsibility ·...
Sep 17, 2020
Per Diem Radiation Therapist
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesUnder the general supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist, functions include: patient scheduling and appointments; performing dose calculations, treatment data entry, working with physicians, physicists, and dosimetrists to perform simulations and treatment planning CT's, applying ionizing radiation according to MD's prescription and performing basic nursing duties. This position will be working in both Westwood and Santa Monica locations, as well as other future sites as assigned.  QualificationsOur ideal candidate will meet the following requirements: BLS from the American Heart Association or Red Cross ARRT CRT Top candidates will have experience with the following:  5 or more years radiation therapy Aria and Epic Truebeam, Tomotherapy, Novalis, CT, MR guided RT UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual...
Sep 17, 2020
Perfusionist
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine Los Angeles, CA, USA
ResponsibilitiesThe Perfusionist is daily supervised and given routine work assignment and responsibilities by the Director. Routine patient care is under the direction of the Director and the Attending Cardiac Surgeon. Under the order of the Attending physician, the Perfusionist provides patient care in the form of support services of extracorporeal circulation and/or oxygenation, myocardial and/or organ protection and preservation, blood component and drug/fluid administration. This includes assembly and operation of the heart-lung machine and extracorporeal circuits, operation of heater, coolers and cardioplegia delivery system, also blood concentrators, coagulation monitors, and long -tern assist devices, etc. This may include operation of devices such as Heart lung machine, IABP, VAD and ECMO.  QualificationsKnowledge, skills, and ability to operate all routine equipment, special devices, monitors. Advanced knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry in the...
Sep 17, 2020