Michael Martinez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Optometric/Ophthalmic Technician with 8 years of experience delivering a high level of customer service and patient-centered care. Assumes an active role by taking patient chief complaints, documenting medical history, and conducting testing for Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and other common eye disease.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
California Retina Consultants
Bakersfield, CA
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained accurate up-to-date tracking logs for all aspects of clinical research activities including but not limited to adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications, lab results .
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy of source documentation prior to database lock.
- Took vital signs and collected medical histories as part of study protocols.
- Gathered and reviewed study data.
- Performed patient assessments, collected and analyzed data, and prepared reports.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Optometrist Assistant/Ophthalmologist Assistant
Southwest Eyecare
Bakersfield, CA
03.2018 - 04.2023
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and provided them with the necessary forms to complete their visit.
- Supported optometrist with vision screenings and exams by prepping rooms with medical instruments.
- Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
- Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
- Assisted optometrists in examining patients, including providing preliminary patient screenings and taking patient medical histories.
- Instructed patients on the proper use of eyeglasses and contact lenses.
- Prepared exam rooms for upcoming visits by stocking shelves with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment is functioning properly.
- Educated patients about eye health topics such as nutrition, hygiene, lifestyle habits and disease prevention.
- Communicated effectively with optometrists regarding patient needs or concerns.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to examinations to ensure accuracy of information.
- Measured patients' visual acuity, depth perception, color vision, peripheral vision and eye muscle coordination.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Santa Barbara Business College - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA10-2013
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA12-1999
Skills
- Vision Testing, IOP, Medical History
- Medication Dispensing
- Good Clinical Practice
- Reliability
- Excellent Customer Service
- Great attitude/Friendly
Certification
- CITI trained and certified: Including Good Clinical Practice, Human Subject Research, and IATA.
- OSHA and HIPPA compliance-certified
Affiliations
- Traveling, biking, riding my Segway Scooter along Venice Beach. Love the Outdoors!
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
California Retina Consultants
04.2023 - 01.2024
Optometrist Assistant/Ophthalmologist Assistant
Southwest Eyecare
03.2018 - 04.2023
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Santa Barbara Business College - Bakersfield
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Joaquin Valley College
- CITI trained and certified: Including Good Clinical Practice, Human Subject Research, and IATA.
- OSHA and HIPPA compliance-certified
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