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Under the direction of the Supervisor, Nurse Advice Line, the Nurse Advice Line Representative for the Nurse Advice Line is responsible for the management of incoming Nurse Advice calls. Provides clerical functions which support the Nurse Advice Line staff and management. Refers callers to community resource, health class, and/or physician referral when necessary.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Basic MS Word, Windows, Excel experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree, Or equivalent educ/experience
- 2 years of experience in a Health care environment.
- Experience with multiple line telecommunication system.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers.
PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington’s greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence’s St. John’s Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 433986
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Administration
Job Function: Clinical Support
Job Schedule: Part time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Clinical Support
Department: 7520 NURSE ADVICE CALL CENTER CA HERITAGE SERVICES
Address: CA Brea 955 W Imperial Hwy
Work Location: St Jude Heritage Medical Grp-W Imperial Hwy Brea
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $24.00 - $29.57
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Description
Under the direction of the Supervisor, Nurse Advice Line, the Nurse Advice Line Representative for the Nurse Advice Line is responsible for the management of incoming Nurse Advice calls. Provides clerical functions which support the Nurse Advice Line staff and management. Refers callers to community resource, health class, and/or physician referral when necessary.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Basic MS Word, Windows, Excel experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree, Or equivalent educ/experience
- 2 years of experience in a Health care environment.
- Experience with multiple line telecommunication system.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers.
PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington’s greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence’s St. John’s Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 433986
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Administration
Job Function: Clinical Support
Job Schedule: Part time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Clinical Support
Department: 7520 NURSE ADVICE CALL CENTER CA HERITAGE SERVICES
Address: CA Brea 955 W Imperial Hwy
Work Location: St Jude Heritage Medical Grp-W Imperial Hwy Brea
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $24.00 - $29.57
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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Search Agriculture Jobs in CaliforniaAgriculture OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in California?
Companies in California's agricultural sector that have historically hired F-1 OPT workers include Wonderful Company, Driscoll's, Taylor Farms, Dole Food Company, and agtech firms like Granular and Plenty. Larger growers, food processors, and agricultural biotechnology companies tend to have the HR infrastructure to support OPT authorization. Sponsorship patterns vary by company size, role type, and whether a position falls within a STEM-designated field.
Which cities in California have the most agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Central Valley cities of Fresno, Bakersfield, Visalia, and Modesto concentrate much of California's field operations, processing, and agribusiness hiring. Salinas is a hub for leafy greens production and related supply chain roles. The Sacramento area and San Jose also attract agtech and food science positions. For campus-adjacent opportunities, Davis stands out given its proximity to UC Davis and its agricultural research ecosystem.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
F-1 OPT authorization applies to roles directly related to your degree field, so qualifying agriculture positions typically include agricultural engineering, food science, plant biology, environmental science, agronomy, supply chain management, and data analytics applied to farming operations. Roles in precision agriculture and agtech that involve software or sensor systems may also qualify as STEM OPT extensions if the degree program is STEM-designated. Manual labor or general farm work roles generally do not qualify.
How do I find agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type and state, so you can search agriculture F-1 OPT roles in California directly without sifting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. Beyond the platform, targeting employers with established international hiring programs and reaching out to university career centers at UC Davis or Cal Poly San Luis Obispo can surface roles that match your OPT authorization window.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in California agriculture?
California's strict labor and environmental regulations mean agriculture employers here tend to be more compliance-focused than in other states, which can work in your favor as an OPT worker since these companies are more familiar with employment authorization documentation requirements. If your degree is in a STEM field such as agricultural engineering or food science, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you a longer window to transition to long-term visa sponsorship. Verify your program's STEM designation through your DSO before applying.