Courtney Leslie
Lake City,FL
Summary
Accomplished Lead Ophthalmic Technician with expertise in retinal imaging, patient care, and training development. Proven ability to create comprehensive training manuals and enhance clinic operations in high-volume settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead-Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe
Vitreo Retinal Associates
08.2023 - Current
- Original employment 2/2014-2/2015
- Supervised daily operations of ophthalmic testing and patient care to ensure quality standards.
- Created 80+ page training manual for junior technicians. Training and signing off on completion of tasks.
- Capture OCT/OCT-A, Fundus imaging, Fluorescein Angiogram, B-Scan.
- Triage walk-in and call in patients.
Ophthalmic Photographer/Technician
Florida Retina Institute
02.2016 - 11.2018
- Captured high-quality fundus photographs to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Operated advanced imaging equipment, ensuring optimal settings for various ocular conditions.
- Trained junior staff on best practices for ophthalmic imaging and equipment usage.
- Maintained equipment calibration and performed routine maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
Patient Care Technician
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
06.2011 - 02.2014
- Volunteered in High School during 2008-2010
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Education
Associate of Science -
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FLSkills
*Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
*Certified Ophthalmic Scribe
*Sponsored by Dr Siva Iyer, working on obtaining CRT and CDOS
More than 8 years of retina experience with a basic medical knowledge background Skilled in retinal imaging with with the use of OCT/OCT-A, AF, FAF, IVFA, and B-Scan Experience with working with high clinic volumes and following physician preferences Equipment used, Heidelberg, Top-Con, Zeiss, Optos, etc Ability to troubleshoot equipment and technical difficulties to lessen the need for IT interference and clinic downtime
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, 2026
- OSC - Ophthalmic Scribe Certification, 2025
Timeline
Lead-Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe
Vitreo Retinal Associates
08.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Photographer/Technician
Florida Retina Institute
02.2016 - 11.2018
Patient Care Technician
Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
06.2011 - 02.2014
Associate of Science -
Santa Fe College