EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Organization Wills Eye Hospital, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a global leader in the treatment of eye disease. Established in 1832 as the America's first eye hospital, we are one of the world's premier eye care facilities and the #2 best hospital in the nation for ophthalmology as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

Our clinical expertise, state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and advanced surgical capabilities make Wills Eye a worldwide referral center where more than 250,000 patients are treated annually. From common eye problems to rare sight-threatening diseases, Wills Eye provides general eye care and comprehensive ophthalmic specialty services that attract patients throughout the Philadelphia metropolitan area, across the country and around the world.

Today, we continue to shape the science and medicine of ophthalmology, thanks to our talented, skilled physicians and staff who are dedicated to improving and preserving sight.

Description
Primary Function:

Under minimal supervision, the Clinical Research Coordinator provides a moderate to advance range of coordination activities in support of multiple research studies in the Glaucoma Service Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Works closely with the Principal Investigator and study team to identify problems and develop solutions.

Responsible for study coordination for investigator-initiated studies, multi-center research studies, and patient-oriented clinical and translational research projects.

Ensures compliance with the protocol and regulatory requirements includes: collecting, recording, and maintaining data and source documentations.

Promote good clinical practice in the conduct of clinical investigations, included possessing an in-depth knowledge of the federal regulations and guidance documents for the conduct of clinical studies and human subject protection.

Retains records/archives documents after study close out.

Performs ophthalmic photography and diagnostic services using state-of-the art technologies.

Communicate effectively with subjects, research team, principal Investigators, ancillary staff, study sponsors.

Ability to handle confidential matters; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.

Acquires images of medical phenomena of eye to document diseases, surgeries treatments and congenital problems.

Position Requirements
Qualifications

Educational requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree required

Skills & Attributes:

• 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
  
• Excellent interpersonal and professional skills to work effectively with others and provide superior customer service to patients/subjects and their families.
  
• Strong proficiency in: MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel, Outlook or other email system, use of computerized medical tracking systems, use of insurance websites, internet search capabilities and other applications as appropriate.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
  
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Ophthalmic experience strongly preferred

Working conditions

Works in a clean, well-lit, ventilated work area.

Physical requirements

Walking and standing; stooping, bending, balancing and sitting. The employee should be in good health and fit enough to handle heavy workloads and other strenuous activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Category Research Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Clinical Research Coordinator Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Location Wills Eye Hospital
This position is currently accepting applications.