Bethany Houston
Ophthalmic Assistant
Rochester,NH
Summary
Skilled Ophthalmic Technician adept at evaluating complex eye diseases and cross-examining patient medical history to verify information. Prepares patients for ophthalmology tests and maintains all operating equipment. Friendly and accommodating with excellent workflow management and task delegation skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmologist Assistant
Eyesight Ophthalmic Services
05.2021 - Current
- Provided crucial support during emergency situations involving eye injuries, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure proper treatment and care.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting ophthalmologists in performing diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when recording patient histories, resulting in comprehensive documentation for ophthalmologist review.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Educated patients on eye care routines, leading to increased compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and proper set-up for smooth operations.
Event Coordinator Intern
Saint Anselm College
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed post-event follow-up communications with attendees, providing valuable information and gathering feedback for future improvements.
- Coordinated with multiple vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and services for successful events.
- Managed event budgets effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation without compromising event quality.
Bank Customer Service Representative
Cal log
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Stayed current on banking products, services and regulations to continue delivering top-notch service and support.
- Provided expert guidance on account management, enabling customers to make informed decisions about their finances.
- Processed various transactions with accuracy and according to bank standards and legal requirements.
- Streamlined banking processes for increased efficiency and improved client experience.
- Monitored transactions for compliance with regulations and identified supervisor of discrepancies.
Assistant to the City Manager
City Of Dover, NH
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Served as a liaison between the City Manager''s office and external organizations, fostering positive relationships with other government agencies, businesses, and non-profit groups.
- Helped develop performance metrics to assess progress towards achieving goals outlined in the city''s strategic plan.
- Supported the City Manager with research, data analysis, and policy recommendations for effective decisionmaking.
- Maintained accurate records of budget expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility within the city administration.
- Assisted in drafting press releases, speeches, presentations, and other materials conveying key messages from the City Manager''s office to various audiences.
Education
No Degree - International Relations
Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NHBachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of Southern Maine
Portland, MEHigh School Diploma -
Dover Regional High School
Dover, NH05.2018
Skills
- Refractive Error Correction
- Fundus Photography
- Surgical Assistance
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Professionalism
- Ophthalmic Knowledge
- Patient Education
- Slit Lamp Biomicroscopy
- Insurance Verification
- Patient Care
- Diagnostic Testing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical Terminology
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Medical Response
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- CPR
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There’s no reality except the one contained within us. That’s why so many people live an unreal life. They take images outside them for reality and never allow the world within them to assert itself.
Hermann Hesse
Timeline
Ophthalmologist Assistant
Eyesight Ophthalmic Services
05.2021 - Current
Event Coordinator Intern
Saint Anselm College
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bank Customer Service Representative
Cal log
05.2018 - 11.2019
Assistant to the City Manager
City Of Dover, NH
03.2016 - 04.2017
No Degree - International Relations
Saint Anselm College
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of Southern Maine
High School Diploma -
Dover Regional High School
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