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Christy Price

Clanton,AL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.



Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Technician

Eyecare Associates
03.2016 - Current
  • Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
  • Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
  • Operated and maintained lensometers, refraction units, auto-refractors, and visual field analyzers for patient testing.
  • Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
  • Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
  • Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
  • Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
  • Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
  • Acquainted patients with procedures and explained purpose of testing to establish consent.
  • Performed ancillary testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
  • Prepared and administered medications to patients as prescribed by optometrist.
  • Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
  • Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
  • Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
  • Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
  • Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
  • Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
  • Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
  • Serviced, repaired and maintained ophthalmic equipment to keep instruments and tools in good condition.

Optician

Walmart
07.2005 - 03.2016
  • Educated patients on proper use, care and maintenance of eyeglasses and contact lenses.
  • Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
  • Calibrated seg heights, vertex, and pupillary distance and pantoscopic tilt to customize eyeglass orders and create perfect fit.
  • Suggested optional items such as lens coatings and lightweight lenses to improve patient experience with eyeglasses.
  • Confirmed quality control standards were met for all eyewear and contact lenses.
  • Maintained safe, clean and organized environment to increase patient comfort.
  • Verified and updated patient records promptly to guarantee accurate prescription information.
  • Set up attractive displays, shared current promotions, and offered excellent customer service to increase satisfaction.
  • Contacted patients when eyeglasses or contact lenses arrived in store and assisted with final fitting.
  • Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size, and temple length to select comfortable frames.
  • Instructed patients on proper insertion, removal, and cleaning techniques for contact lenses.
  • Aided patients in selection of flattering eyeglass frames appropriate for prescription and style preferences.
  • Maintained thorough records of customer information, prepared detailed work payments, processed insurance claims, and collected balances from customers.
  • Adjusted and repaired new and previously purchased frames to satisfy customer demands.
  • Educated clients about how to adapt to, wear, and care for eyeglasses.
  • Adjusted frames to fit patient faces by bending and shaping with hands, tools, and heat.
  • Helped clients try on and select new frames and recommended lens options to meet specific needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chilton County High School
Clanton, AL
05.2003

Skills

  • Component Replacement
  • Customer Service
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Commercial Construction
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Troubleshooting
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Information Protection

Timeline

Technician

Eyecare Associates
03.2016 - Current

Optician

Walmart
07.2005 - 03.2016

High School Diploma -

Chilton County High School

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