Carly Ney
Auburn,WA
Summary
6 years as a skilled healthcare professional trained for ophthalmic assisting role in general and subspecialty practices. Proven ability to perform diagnostic tests, assist in patient care, and support ophthalmologists. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability with track record of achieving results. Proficient in using specialized equipment, patient communication, and maintaining high standards of care. Motivated to obtain certifications as an ophthalmic assistant and currently awaiting testing date to obtain COT.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Sound Retina
05.2022 - Current
- Triage phone calls and address paperwork from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools such as OCT, fluorescein angiography, and fundus photography.
- Provide pre- and post-operative care to surgical patients.
- Assist ophthalmologist in treating emergency retinal conditions such as retinal detachment.
- Providing on call assistance to ophthalmologists on weekends
Ophthalmic Technician
Eye Associates Northwest
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Conducted Humphrey Visual Field Testing.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman Applanation and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery and glaucoma.
- Measured corneal curvature using keratometer to determine axis and extent of astigmatism.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Performed manifest refractions with phoropters to dispense new glasses prescriptions to patients.
- Used manual and automatic lensometers to measure glasses prescriptions
CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Obtained and recorded patient’s chief complaint and complete ocular and medical history
- Performed accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks including: Visual Acuity, Lensometry, Confrontational fields, evaluation of Motility, Pupillary Function Tests, IOP check (by Tonopen, icare and Applanation), Optovue OCT, Visual Fields, BAT, Pachymetry, Corneal Topography, PAM, Anterior Segment Photography, Color Vision testing, and other tasks specific to the physician’s needs.
- Obtained working knowledge of eye terminology, anatomy, pathologies, and ocular pharmacology
- Ensured daily cleaning and stocking of each exam room with necessary supplies as directed by Technician Manager.
- Provided telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, patient care questions, and pharmacy refills as directed by Technician Manager.
- Proficiency in EMR and a working knowledge of Nextgen.
- Educated patients on pre and post op expectations for cataract surgery.
- Educated patients on standard and specialty lens options for cataract surgery.
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Starbucks
03.2015 - 01.2019
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills
- Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets
- Completed store opening and closing procedures, including setting up registers and checking products
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn Riverside High
Skills
- Certified ophthalmic assistant (COA)
- Ability to manage a high volume of patients efficiently
- Compassionate patient care
- Fundus photography proficiency
- Reliability
- Patient clinic and surgery scheduling
- Clinical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Eye anatomy
- Telephone triage and paperwork
- Retinal procedure assistance
- Pharmacology
- Adaptability to multiple doctors needs and preferences
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Sound Retina
05.2022 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Eye Associates Northwest
09.2021 - 04.2022
CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE
01.2019 - 09.2021
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Starbucks
03.2015 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Auburn Riverside High
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