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Anna Colvin

Staunton,VA

Summary

Skilled Ophthalmic Technician with over 7 years of experience. Adept at evaluating complex eye diseases and performing various ophthalmic tests, such as biometry, tonometry, and refraction, as well as assisting doctors with exams, procedures, and surgeries. Friendly and accommodating with excellent workflow management and task delegation skills.


Shouldering the responsibility of creating detailed schedules, and preparing and facilitating cataract surgeries for patients, ensuring that they receive the best possible care and outcomes. Cultivated strong interpersonal bonds and a deep sense of trust with cataract surgeons. Rapport extends to regular collaboration with the operating room staff and hospital administration.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Clinic Team Leader

EyeOne
03.2021 - Current
  • Perform pre exam workups including, visual acuity, pupillary evaluation, confrontation fields, motility assessment, checking intraocular eye pressure using tonometry, and performing refractions,
  • Establish rapport with patients. Obtain medical history, chief complaint, and document history of present illness.
  • Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as keratometry, visual fields, OCT's, biometry, A-Scans, pachymetry,
  • Perform specialized testing such as color vision testing, stereopsis, and dry eye testing.
  • Develop detailed patient plans, scribe, and code patient exams and testing.
  • Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
  • Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
  • Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
  • Expertly managed detailed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
  • Scheduled pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
  • Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
  • Resolved scheduling conflicts to maintain high-quality patient services.
  • Educated patients about surgeries and provided treatment plan documentation.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Created and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency and patient care quality.

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

UVA Medical Center
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Perform pre exam workups including, visual acuity, pupillary evaluation, confrontation fields, motility assessment, checking intraocular eye pressure using Golman and topopen tonometry, and performing refractions,
  • Establish rapport with patients. Obtain medical history, chief complaint, and document history of present illness.
  • Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as keratometry, visual fields, OCT's, biometry, A-Scans, pachymetry,
  • Perform specialized testing such as color vision testing, stereopsis, and dry eye testing.

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

EyeOne
05.2016 - 10.2020

Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.

Education

General Education Courses - Health Sciences

Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA

High School Diploma -

Homeschool
Waynesboro
05.2011

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
  • Expectation Setting, Planning, and Prioritizing
  • Staff Training
  • Process Development and Implementation
  • Safety Processes and Procedures
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Clinical Staff Management
  • Providing Constructive Feedback
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Patient Education and Counseling

Certification

  • COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Timeline

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Clinic Team Leader

EyeOne
03.2021 - Current

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

UVA Medical Center
10.2020 - 03.2021

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

EyeOne
05.2016 - 10.2020

General Education Courses - Health Sciences

Piedmont Virginia Community College

High School Diploma -

Homeschool
Anna Colvin