ANDREA J WALSH
Atlantic Vision Partners- Vision America
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Experience Optometric Technician looking to contribute strong technical skills to a growing eye care center.
Experienced with performing diagnostic tests and assisting in ophthalmic procedures. Utilizes patient education and care to enhance service quality. Track record of maintaining precise medical records and improving patient outcomes.
Work History
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
1 Year 6 Months- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine visual acuity and ocular health to include Refraction (+/-Cyl)
- Assisted in operating advanced diagnostic equipment, including OCT, IOL Master, Optovue, ATLAS Pathfinder Topography, OPTOS, Goldmann Applanation, TonoPen, iCare, and visual field analyzers.
- Educated patients on eye care procedures and the importance of regular vision check-ups.
- Streamlined patient flow processes, enhancing overall clinic efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Traveled to multiple clinics, up to 85 miles
- 40hrs per week
Medical Support Assistant
9 Months- Field an average of 500 calls per week
- Schedule appointments across multiple clinics to include specialty clinics
- Send routine and Urgent TCON/In-Between messages
- Referral Booking
- MHS Genesis/Revenue Cycle/Power Chart/CHCS/AHLTA
- Check patients in and out
- 40hrs per week/GS05-0679-01
Medical Support Assistant
2 Years 10 Months- Assign Operating Room Schedule
- Schedule surgeries/Pre-Op
- Send routine and Urgent TCON/In-Between messages
- Compiled reports on ORDIT/TEAM STEPPS for team meetings
- MHS Genesis/Revenue Cycle/Power Chart/CHCS/AHLTA
- Check patients in and out
- 40hrs per week/GS05-0679-02
Optometric Technician
2 Years 7 Months- Screen and room patients prior to vision exam
- Fit and dispense glasses
- Insurance verification
- Process referrals
- Check patients in and out
- Schedule appointments
- 40hrs per week
Medical Support Assistant
2 Months- Schedule appointments
- Schedule surgical procedures using S3
- Complete PAD packets and Convalescent Leave Forms
- 40hrs per week/GS05-0679-01
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Healthcare Administration
GPA: 3.8
Skills
Ophthalmic terminology
Refractive error correction
Surgical assisting
Visual field testing
Ophthalmic medication administration
Postoperative care support
Pediatric ophthalmology support
Glaucoma screening expertise
Cataract evaluation proficiency
Cleaning & sanitation
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) exp. December 9, 2023
Timeline
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Atlantic Vision Partners- Vision America
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Medical Support Assistant
General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital
03.2022 - 01.2025Read More
Medical Support Assistant
Irwin Army Community Hospital
05.2021 - 02.2022Read More
Optometric Technician
The Eye Doctors
10.2018 - 05.2021Read More
Medical Support Assistant
Bryan Allgood Army Community Hospital
03.2018 - 05.2018Read More
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Healthcare Administration
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