Maria Touza
Tamarac,FL
Summary
Articulate Ophthalmic Technician talented in handling both the medical and administrative end of facility work. Accomplished at assessing pupils, confrontation fields, and anterior chamber depths. Well-organized and efficient with sound knowledge of medical terminology and various eye diseases. Safety-minded Ophthalmic Technician delivering exceptional care and respect to all patients. Detail-oriented employee providing assistance and support to physicians for special procedures. Ready for new position with growing organization dedicated to quality patient service.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Humbolt Park Health
Chicago, IL
02.2015 - 10.2019
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Performed lensometry and sit-lamp examinations.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Worked well with patients, staff and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Assessed patients for eye issues and checked visual acuity, color plates and papillary function.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
- Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
- Reviewed inventory levels to check medications and other materials, placed orders and restocked supplies to meet forecasted needs.
- Conducted binocular disparity tests to assess depth perception.
Ophthalmic Technician
University Of Illinois
Chicago, IL
03.1997 - 12.2014
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Assessed patients for eye issues and checked visual acuity, color plates and papillary function.
- Performed lensometry and sit-lamp examinations.
- Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
- Conducted binocular disparity tests to assess depth perception.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Worked well with patients, staff and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
Ophthalmic Technician
Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center
Chicago, IL
03.1985 - 08.1998
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Instructed patient in care of use of various types of contact lenses, demonstrating insertion, removal and cleaning.
- Performed lensometry and sit-lamp examinations.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Worked well with patients, staff and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Assessed patients for eye issues and checked visual acuity, color plates and papillary function.
- Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
- Reviewed inventory levels to check medications and other materials, placed orders and restocked supplies to meet forecasted needs.
- Conducted binocular disparity tests to assess depth perception.
Education
Associate of Science - Ophthalmic Technology
Triton College
River Grove, IL05.1987
Skills
- Manual refractions
- Appointment Scheduling
- Equipment calibration
- Customer service abilities
- Physician support
- Medical history documentation
- Amsler grid testing
- Color vision assessment
- PPE Compliance
- Cultural Awareness
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Humbolt Park Health
02.2015 - 10.2019
Ophthalmic Technician
University Of Illinois
03.1997 - 12.2014
Ophthalmic Technician
Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center
03.1985 - 08.1998
Associate of Science - Ophthalmic Technology
Triton College
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