Jessica Harsch
Philadelphia,PA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Supported clinical trials for the Penn Brain Tumor Center, for both primary and recurrent Glioblastoma, amongst other pathologies.
- Screened, consented, enrolled and followed-up with patients on investigational drug and device studies.
- Assisted nursing and principal investigators on treatment days across inpatient, outpatient and intraoperative settings.
- Kept patient care protocols in compliance, including safety reporting, patient scheduling, data management and sample processing.
EMT-Basic
Ursinus College Campus Safety
Collegeville , PA
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Determined nature and extent of injury or medical condition to establish priorities for emergency care.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
CNA Caregiver
Sunrise Senior Living
Exton, Pennsylvania
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
Salus University
Elkins Park, PA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Ursinus College
Collegeville, PA2017
Optometry Externship
- Spring 2024 - Gillette Optometric Clinic - Gillette Wyoming
- Summer 2024 - Feinbloom Low Vision Center - Salus University
- Fall 2024 - Ocean Eye Institute - Toms River, NJ
- (to be completed) Winter 2024 and Spring 2025 - Einstein Ophthalmology - Philadelphia, PA
Accomplishments
- Clinic honors student at The Eye Institute at Salus University - Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024
- Admissions Graduate Assistant at Salus University - February 2023 to March 2024
- Student Peer Mentor at Salus University - September 2022 to September 2023
- COVD Treasurer at Salus University - December 2021 to December 2023
Publications
- Henderson F, Parker D, et al. Enhanced Fiber Tractography using Edema Correction: Application and Evaluation in High Grade Gliomas.
- Cho SS, Teng CQ, Ramayya A, et al. Surface-Registration Frameless Stereotactic Navigation Is Less Accurate During Prone Surgeries: Intraoperative Near-Infrared Visualization Using Second Window Indocyanine Green Offers an Adjunct. Mol Imaging Biol. 2020; 10.1007/s11307-020-01495-8. doi: 10.1007/s11307-020-01495-8.
- Phan, T., Harsch, J., Brodowski, M., Oakes, T., Boas, R., (2019). Executive Control in Concussed Versus Non-Concussed Individuals. The Journal of Psychology and the Behavioral Sciences. 26. 20-25.
- (Additional Contributions) Verma R, Swanson RL, Parker D, et al. Neuroimaging Findings in US Government Personnel With Possible Exposure to Directional Phenomena in Havana, Cuba. JAMA. 2019;322(4):336-347. doi: 10.1001/jama.2019.9269.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
05.2017 - 01.2022
EMT-Basic
Ursinus College Campus Safety
01.2016 - 02.2017
CNA Caregiver
Sunrise Senior Living
06.2015 - 12.2016
Doctor of Optometry -
Salus University
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Ursinus College