Chelsi Turner
Peachtree Corners,GA
Summary
Licensed Massage Therapist with a background in clinical documentation, patient assessment, and soft tissue therapy. Supports individualized treatment plans with Swedish, sports, deep tissue, and trigger point techniques, while drawing on experience managing busy ophthalmic clinic workflows, EMR systems, and accurate medical recordkeeping.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
The NOW
Buckhead, GA
04.2025 - Current
- Assessed clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality, and range of motion to inform treatment decisions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs.
- Perform a variety of massage techniques (e.g., Swedish, deep tissue, sports, trigger point) based on client needs.
- Educated clients on self-care and stretching techniques to promote recovery and maintain wellness.
- Maintain accurate client records, including SOAP notes and updates.
- Established and nurtured strong client relationships through professional and compassionate care.
- Maintained strict hygiene and safety standards for all equipment and workspaces to ensure client safety and comfort.
- Stay updated on new techniques, tools, and continuing education to maintain licensure
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Emory Healthcare
Dunwoody, GA
02.2022 - Current
- Utilize photo optical equipment as well as Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to gather ophthalmic diagnostic information
- Collect and calculate diagnostic data: Visual Acuity, Intraocular pressure readings, K readings, refraction, visual fields, PAM (Potential Acuity Meter), BAT ( brightness Acuity Tester)
- Administered drops under physician supervision
- Prepare patients for examination
- Helped manage daily flow for a clinic averaging 100+ patients per day while maintaining quality care.
- Utilized EPIC EMR system for accurate and efficient patient documentation.
- Take dictation and document medical records while the physician is examining the patient
- Managed inventory of clinical supplies to ensure availability
Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe
Takle Eye Group
Griffin, GA
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepare patients for examinations; taking VA measurements, IOPs, EOMs as well as family, social and medical histories.
- Taking notes during patient visits and documenting them in the electronic health records system
- Learned medical processes and collaborated with team to supervise patients and document care
- Ability to expertly document patient care and transcribe patient appointments
- Completing all administrative tasks efficiently.
- Help prescribe medications for patients electronically.
- Facilitated effective communication with patients and team members to enhance care.
- Cultivated positive relationships with patients through strong interpersonal skills.
- Adapted quickly to the demands of a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Atlanta Vision Laser and Cataract Center
Hapeville, GA
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Focused on cornea care for patients with various eye conditions.; assisted Doctors specializing in LASIK, Cataract and Keratoconus care.
- Gathered patient histories and performed special testing to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc..
- Returning phone calls to patients and pharmacies in a timely manner.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Clayton Eye Center
Morrow, GA
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Performs diagnostic tests and measurements including, but not limited to, Visual Acuity, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Potential Acuity Meter (PAM), Humphreys Visual Fields (HVF), and both A-scan and B-scan Ultrasonography.
- Helped manage daily flow for a clinic averaging 150+ patients per day while maintaining quality care.
- Thoroughly documents patient social, family, and health histories, past and existing
- Scribes for both OD and MD Doctors
- Preps pre-test rooms as well as Dr. exam rooms
- Cleaned and maintained diagnostic tools and equipment to ensure optimal functionality and patient safety.
- Trained new technicians on equipment and procedures.
- Familiar with the NextGen EHR system.
- Traveled to various company locations to provide support
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Massage Therapy
Intl School of Skin, Nailcare And Massage Therapy
Sandy Springs, GA10-2025
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Georgia State University
Decatur, GA01-2017
Higher Education - Massage Therapy
Atlanta School of Massage
Dunwoody, GASkills
- Trigger point therapy
- Therapeutic massage
- Advanced massage techniques
- Client assessment
- Pain management techniques
- SOAP charting
- Documentation review
- EMR systems
- HIPAA compliant
- Patient care
- Medical office experience
- Hospital experience
- Anatomical knowledge
- Detail oriented
- Client education
- Soft tissue manipulation
Personal Information
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant 2018-2024, Licensed Massage Therapist (MT015314)
Timeline
Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
The NOW
04.2025 - Current
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Emory Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe
Takle Eye Group
03.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Atlanta Vision Laser and Cataract Center
08.2020 - 02.2021
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Clayton Eye Center
05.2018 - 08.2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Massage Therapy
Intl School of Skin, Nailcare And Massage Therapy
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Georgia State University
Higher Education - Massage Therapy
Atlanta School of Massage