Medical Residency Program Coordinator - Ophthalmology

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Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00054120 Job Category: Professional and Technical Organization: SOM-Ophthalmology-DBA Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: Medical Residency Program Coordinator - Ophthalmology Job Summary: The Medical Residency Program Coordinator plays a vital role in the administration and daily operations of the residency training program. This position supports the department, faculty, and residents by ensuring compliance within their school accreditation requirements, managing program logistics, and maintaining accurate records. The coordinator oversees the recruitment process, schedules rotations, organizes evaluations, and serves as a key liaison between residents, faculty, hospital departments, and external accrediting bodies. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment are essential. Education & Experience Education and Experience Required: Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) and two (2) years of administrative support experience . Certifications, Licenses or Registration required: N/A Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with students, faculty, and external partners; excels in organization and problem-solving to manage complex placement logistics; maintains a high level of attention to detail in handling compliance and documentation; and effectively prioritizes tasks and manages time in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities Ensures compliance with program guidelines set by state, national, and university accrediting bodies to maintain ongoing accreditation. Assists with site visit preparation and compiles required reports and surveys. Manages student placement processes in accordance with established protocols, including coordinating residency and fellowship matches via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Develops and implements orientation programs; provides guidance on academic and programmatic issues as needed. Contributes to the creation and execution of departmental policies and procedures; assists in managing program budgets and expenditures. Oversees maintenance of program records, files, databases, and program-related web content to ensure accuracy and accessibility. Coordinates and supervises required educational activities, including scheduling, lectureships, and evaluations. Manages student and resident rotations, ensures appropriate scheduling, and monitors completion of all required evaluations. Independently plans and organizes lectureships and special events, including graduation banquets. Prepares Program Letters of Agreement (PLAs) and coordinates the ERAS and National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) interview process. Maintains Accreditation Data System and tracks updates related to the education programs. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands Requires occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional reaching, frequent sitting, occasional standing, occasional twisting, and occasional walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more) Time Type: Full time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: Yes Pay Class: Salary FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Day Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: No Job Posting Date: 10/16/2026 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):