Joanne Algranati Edwards

· Coordinates the Pediatric Residency Program (consisting of 35 residents) to include:

· Coordinate the daily operations and logistics for the program. b. Adhere to procedures and systems that ensure orderly and timely workflow.

· Maintain knowledge of current medical licensure requirements, immigration policies, ACGME accreditation and institutional requirements.

· Implement and update program databases.

· Coordinated with Chief Residents to maintain and distribute resident schedules for rotations, calls, vacations/leaves, and meetings, ensuring smooth program operations.

· Coordinate outside electives which include applications to hospital(s), malpractice coverage confirmation, and evaluation forms.

· Distributed, collected, and tabulated evaluation forms for residents, rotations, and faculty, generating actionable feedback for follow-up and reporting.

· Arrange BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS and re-certification training courses.

· Prepares check requests, travel authorizations, fund reimbursements and expense reports. Maintains necessary records for Medical Education and/or Accounting Department.

· Handle highly confidential material for residency, faculty, and institution

Compiled, updated, and submitted reports to ACGME/AOA, American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC), and American Medical Association (FREIDA).

Compiled and reported data for surveys, questionnaires, and accreditation reports.

· Coordinates resident bi-annual review. d. Collect necessary information for developing appropriate database analysis tools to meet current ACGME/AOA requirements.

· Coordinate the administration of the ITE National In-training Examinations.

· Prepare and distribute all post-graduation pediatric residency verifications.

· Collect, compile, submit and maintain all resident reports or projects

· Recruitment of residents and fellows: a. Managed program's communication with applicants to streamline the recruitment process. between applicants and program via e-mails, telephone and written correspondence. b.

· Acted as a primary information source for program, institution, and community regarding residency details. for the program, institution(s) and community. Adhere to recruitment plan, time-line, guidelines, and policies and procedures for the department.

· Kept comprehensive records of interview materials used by faculty, residents, and applicants. used by faculty, residents and applicant. Manage review of residency applications using the ERAS system as directed by the Program Director. fCoordinates all resident interviews and communications with applicants. Coordinates applicants’ interview day.

· Manages ERAS software to produce residency applications, reports, and rank list. Tracks all evaluation scores of interviewed applicant and prepare data for initial match rank list. k. Sends post interview thank-you letters to all candidates. l. Participate in the resident ranking meeting.

· Coordinates Appointments, Reappointments, and Termination: a. Coordinates general orientation of new residents (includes department, clinical areas and institution). b. Distribute and monitors the resident appointment and reappointment process.

• Reporting to the Business Manager II, and working closely with the Undergraduate Vice Chair and the Graduate Vice Chair, independently executes comprehensive, complex, and confidential planning, management and day-to-day administration of the programs, supporting departmental academic and administrative leadership. Serves as primary data management coordinator for teaching, instructor and space tracking. Supervises student services staff and ensures the performance of critical tasks in the Undergraduate and Graduate areas. Acts as liaison between academic services and other department functions; i.e., personnel, payroll, business and grants. Provides administrative and workflow direction support for the daily operations of the academic services functions of the Mathematics Department. Managed academic year, summer session, and winter session scheduling along with student interface and instructor and faculty support.
• Oversaw and tracked instructional and graduate support budget, analyzing allocations and coordinating support from various sources (SAS, fellowships, research grants, designated, etc.), while overseeing payroll processing. Collects, prepares and maintains various administrative documents, records and data; preparing a broad range of statistical and narrative reports.
• Supervised staff and directed workflow, providing backup support for undergraduate and graduate program inquiries. Executed professional responsibilities aligned with department's mission and goals, independently managing tasks within broad parameters.

• Advised graduate and undergraduate students on program requirements and course selection. Guided students in arriving at informed decisions about their academic and professional goals. Interpreted institutional policies and procedures; facilitated access to university resources and support services when needed through appropriate referrals; and processed advanced standing credit and recommended special exceptions when relevant. Liaison and program responsibilities with specific departments (careers & internships). Reviewed CPT and OPT requirements. Worked closely with admissions in evaluating transfer credits and developing plans of study. Managed a caseload of approximately 120 graduate and undergraduate students. Counseled students on academic progress, identifying challenges and providing actionable solutions to support their success. Provided students with information regarding alternatives and possible consequences of academic decisions. Provided counsel to students about College policies, programs of study and degree options. Assisted with re-entry for students returning from leave of absence or term withdrawal. Tracked retention rates for all assigned students, contributing to strategic initiatives aimed at improving student engagement and persistence. Conducted graduation audits for undergraduate and graduate advisees. Coordinated recruitment and student events, enhancing student experience through effective orientation, open houses, and graduation ceremonies.
• Advised students on academic policies, degree requirements, and course selection to enhance educational outcomes.
• Developed personalized academic plans to support student success and retention initiatives.
• Facilitated workshops on time management and study skills to improve student performance.

• Management of the direction of the program, ensuring that NJ STARS students are aware of all of their academic responsibilities regarding their eligibility for funding. Managed enrollment of 200 STARS students, ensuring completion in eligible courses and facilitating necessary adjustments. Counseled students on academic and personal issues impacting continued enrollment in the program, providing targeted support. Monitored the satisfactory academic progress of students in the Program in preparation for graduation and transfer after program completion. Administered attendance requirements for student advising, addressing concerns for those falling below program standards. Maintains appropriate coding and current list of STARS students in Colleague student system.
• Led development and implementation of academic policies to enhance student success initiatives.
• Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration on curriculum design and program assessment processes.
• Directed faculty training programs to improve instructional methodologies and student engagement strategies.