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Brooke Rushton

Brooke Rushton

Avon Park,FL

Summary

Dynamic Optometrist Assistant with proven expertise at Lange Eye Institute The Villages, enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and personalized care. Skilled in visual field testing and office administration, I excel in managing appointments and fostering teamwork, ensuring a seamless patient experience while maintaining meticulous records and supporting high standards of care.

Work History

Optometrist Assistant

Lange Eye Institute The Villages
  • Assisted with frame selection process, helping patients choose eyewear that best suited their lifestyle needs and preferences.
  • Improved patient experience by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing follow-up communications.
  • Contributed to a positive office environment by providing excellent customer service to patients both in-person and over the phone.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring that all equipment was properly sanitized between uses.
  • Reduced wait times for appointments by efficiently managing daily schedule adjustments due to cancellations or rescheduling requests.
  • Strengthened relationships with returning patients through personalized attention to individual needs during visits.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
  • Facilitated effective communication between optometrist and patients, explaining treatment plans and procedures clearly.
  • Continuously improved skills through participation in ongoing training sessions related to industry advancements or changes in technology.
  • Provided crucial support during contact lens insertion/removal trainings for new wearers, ensuring proper technique was followed for optimal results.
  • Supported a high standard of care by preparing examination rooms with necessary supplies before each appointment.
  • Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
  • Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.

Education

Abeka Academy
Tallahassee, FL
2007

Skills

  • Visual field testing
  • Office administration
  • Optical dispensing
  • Insurance verification
  • Contact lens instruction
  • Paperwork management
  • Patient recordkeeping
  • Patient testing
  • Customer education
  • Appointment setting
  • EHR updating
  • Scribing
  • Willingness to learn
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Optometrist Assistant

Lange Eye Institute The Villages

Abeka Academy
Brooke Rushton