Anna Witt
Corpus Christi ,TEXAS
Summary
Experienced Ophthalmic Assistant with excellent pre-testing and refraction techniques. I recently have made a return to Eye Care after an absence due to health reasons. I am now excited to continue my career and use my experience to have a positive contribution to an Ophthalmology practice.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optometric Assistant
Complete Family Eyecare
12.2024 - Current
- Performed pre-testing procedures, enabling optometrists to focus on comprehensive examinations and personalized recommendations.
- Assisted optometrists in conducting eye exams for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Sales Associate
Dillards
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Assistant Box Office Manager
Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Utilized Software and Software to generate performance reports, accurately documenting projected sales and attendance.
- Assisted Box Office Manager in researching new technology options aimed at improving overall operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with patrons, leading to a loyal customer base and repeat business.
- Provided exceptional support to the Box Office Manager, effectively managing tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, facilitating efficient end-of-day reconciliations and monthly audits.
Event Coordinator
Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
- Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
- Handled crisis management situations promptly, minimizing negative impact on event outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between event segments by creating detailed schedules and providing clear communication to staff and participants.
- Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing event logistics.
- Coordinated with security services to ensure safety of attendees, addressing potential risks and compliance issues.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training efforts, building a dedicated team of individuals committed to supporting successful events.
Merchandise Associate
The Ivy Cottage
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Enhanced visual appeal of the store by constructing creative displays that showcased featured products effectively.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, organized sales floor.
Sales Associate
Miss Cayce’s Christmas Store
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Decorated store for upcoming season. This included everything from wallpaper to tree decoration.
- Responsible for the Christmas Village area.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eyes of Texas
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted ophthalmologists in providing quality care by preparing patients for examination and procedures.
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
- Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
- Performed critical measurements for surgical cases, contributing to favorable outcomes in vision correction procedures.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Performed refractions. Assisted Physician on in office procedures including LASIK and laser procedures such as YAG.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Turner Eye Clinic
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Assisted ophthalmologists in providing quality care by preparing patients for examination and procedures.
- Documented patient medical history and information utilizing Software with commitment to accuracy.
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues. Also performed Refractions.
- Performed critical measurements for surgical cases, contributing to favorable outcomes in vision correction procedures.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Berkeley Eye Center
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted ophthalmologists in providing quality care by preparing patients for examination and procedures.performed comprehensive exams including refractions.
- Documented patient medical history and information utilizing EMR with commitment to accuracy.
- Performed critical measurements for surgical cases, contributing to favorable outcomes in vision correction procedures.
- Trained in Houston for Lasik Tech. Was Dr assistant for Lasik qnd PRK. Also did patient discharge instructions for Cataract Surgery at hospital.
- Performed texting and calculations for Lasik and Cataract patients for surgery.
Education
Radiology
Kilgore Jr College
Kilgore, TXSkills
- Medical record management
- Pre-testing procedures
- Refraction techniques
- Ocular anatomy proficiency
- Medical assistant
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Electronic charting
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Assisting with surgical procedures
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant 2003-2018
- Certified Scribe
Certification
JCAHPO
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Scribe
2003-2017
Timeline
Optometric Assistant
Complete Family Eyecare
12.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Dillards
11.2023 - 12.2024
Assistant Box Office Manager
Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
11.2021 - 10.2023
Event Coordinator
Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
11.2021 - 10.2023
Merchandise Associate
The Ivy Cottage
02.2020 - 11.2021
Sales Associate
Miss Cayce’s Christmas Store
09.2017 - 01.2020
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eyes of Texas
07.2016 - 07.2017
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Turner Eye Clinic
08.2014 - 07.2016
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Berkeley Eye Center
09.2013 - 08.2014
JCAHPO
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Scribe
2003-2017
Radiology
Kilgore Jr College
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