Candy Vargas
Summary
Motivated and detail oriented Medical Assistant with over 10 years of experience in both administrative and clinical duties with a passion for helping people and providing high quality patient care. Seeking a position where I can best utilize my skills and experience with the opportunity for upward mobility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
RETINA CONSULTANTS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
09.2016 - Current
- Specialized in efficient patient work ups, including obtaining a complete patient medical and ocular history, visual acuity, checked intraocular pressure using Tono pen
- Perform special testing including OCT, Retinal fundus photography, Fluorescein Angiograms
- Maintained patient flow for physicians in an efficient manner
- Setup patients for intravitreal injections(Avastin, Lucentis, Eylea), PRP and Focal lasers, and minor surgical procedures (Pneumatics, Paracentisis and Endophthalmitis)
- Assist with surgery preparation such as H&P’s, send and refill drop prescriptions.
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
INLAND EYE INSTITUTE
03.2016 - 07.2016
- Perform work up on patients including visual acuities, measure pupil size and reactivity, update medical history, IOP measurements using tonometer
- Performed retinal imaging and testing such as OCT, fundus photos, corneal topography and fluorescein angiography.
OPTOMETRIC TECH/RECEPTIONIST
2020 VISION ASSOCIATES
09.2012 - 02.2016
- Pretest patients including visual acuities, retinal photography, assisting with contact lens insertion
- Disinfect and sterilize medical equipment
- Front desk duties: schedule appointments, check patients in and out, verify insurance, direct patient flow in office
- Stock and order exam and office supplies
- Perform visual tests and procedures Record patient case history, OCT imaging, conduct visual screening tests including pupillary testing, autorefractor, cover test, color vision and depth perception.
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate -
SUMMIT CAREER COLLEGE
05.2010
Skills
- Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English (Speak, Read, and Write)
- Quick learner and proven time management skills
- Proficient with electronic medical records
- Patient Care
- Call Triaging
- Appointment Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance
- EHR Expertise
Timeline
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
RETINA CONSULTANTS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
09.2016 - Current
OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
INLAND EYE INSTITUTE
03.2016 - 07.2016
OPTOMETRIC TECH/RECEPTIONIST
2020 VISION ASSOCIATES
09.2012 - 02.2016
Medical Assistant Certificate -
SUMMIT CAREER COLLEGE
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