Amanda DeVaney
Ten Mile, TN,TN
Summary
Led team initiatives to boost overall performance by leveraging expertise and experience.
Achieved outstanding results by emphasizing meticulous attention to detail and quality.
Cultivated strong communication channels between patients and physicians.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
University Eye Specialist
Knoxville, TN
08.2018 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient vision assessments and diagnostic tests.
- Assisted in administering ocular treatments and maintaining patient records.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to optimize patient care procedures.
- Trained new staff on equipment usage and best practices in eye care.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency within the clinic.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Streamlined office workflow by efficiently managing patient schedules, appointments, and medical records.
- Assisted in successful surgical procedures by providing attentive support to surgeons and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Provided hands-on training to new staff members on the proper use of ophthalmic equipment, ensuring consistent and accurate results within the practice.
- Facilitated timely referrals to specialists when necessary for appropriate treatment of complex ocular conditions.
- Actively contributed to a positive clinic environment by attending team meetings and offering constructive feedback on areas for improvement in service delivery.
- Ensured continuity of care by collaborating closely with other team members on shared patients, promoting integrated approaches to their treatment plans.
- Demonstrated proficiency in electronic medical record systems for seamless access to vital patient information during examinations or consultations.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Helped prepare specimens and slides for laboratory analysis, facilitating fast diagnoses and treatment.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
- Optimized clinical efficiency by calibrating ophthalmic instruments regularly to ensure accurate readings during exams.
- Improved patient care by conducting thorough medical histories and performing accurate visual acuity tests.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
Coding and Billing Specialist
Team Health
Knoxville, TN
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Addressed customer concerns and inquiries on a daily basis.
- Oversaw execution of billing tasks and ensured accurate recording in company databases.
- Executed data entry tasks to ensure precise documentation and input of statements.
- Oversaw invoicing and payment processing operations to ensure timely financial transactions.
- Executed monthly closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries and accruals.
Ophthalmic Technician
Tennessee Eye Care
Lenoir City, TN
08.2008 - 04.2016
- 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.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- 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.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
- Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery and glaucoma.
- Measured corneal curvature using keratometer to determine axis and extent of astigmatism.
- Adjusted fit and conducted minor repairs to eyeglasses as part of patient fit process.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2003
High School Diploma -
Calvary Baptist School
Kingston, TN05-2000
Skills
- Demonstrated reliability and accountability in all assigned tasks
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in dynamic work environments
- Cultivated effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration
- Assisted in organizing tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines Supported team members in maintaining productivity through efficient scheduling Coordinated daily activities to enhance overall time management
- Demonstrated unwavering commitment to achieving high-quality results in all tasks
- Fostered collaborative team dynamics to enhance project outcomes
- Assisted in managing multiple tasks and setting priorities effectively Supported team members in organizing workloads to meet deadlines Facilitated efficient task management through prioritization
- Ensured precise documentation of information to maintain data integrity
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail in all tasks and projects
Certification
ABO Certified
NCLE Certified
Licensed Optician
Timeline
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
University Eye Specialist
08.2018 - Current
Coding and Billing Specialist
Team Health
04.2016 - 08.2018
Ophthalmic Technician
Tennessee Eye Care
08.2008 - 04.2016
Associate of Applied Science -
Roane State Community College
High School Diploma -
Calvary Baptist School