Dana Brown
Hamburg,PA
Summary
Dynamic Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with a proven track record at Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania. Excelled in visual field testing and surgical assisting, enhancing patient care and intervention times. Known for outstanding customer service and a positive attitude, adept at safeguarding patient privacy and training new hires. Skilled in both ophthalmic terminology and fostering effective patient-staff communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania
Wyomissing, PA
02.2019 - Current
- Facilitated effective communication between patients and medical staff, acting as a liaison when needed.
- Conducted visual field testing for early detection of glaucoma, enabling timely intervention and treatment.
- Safeguarded patient privacy, adhering to HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive information.
- Visual Field Testing
- Patient intake including CCHPI, Medications, Family History, Medical History, Vitals, Ocular pressure
- Training new hires
- Lasik Team
- Travel to satellite offices
- Assist RN with inbox duties, prior authorizations and filling prescriptions, answering patient questions.
Medical Assistant Intern
Hamburg Family Medicine
Hamburg, PA
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary supplies.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately recording vital signs and communicating findings to the medical team.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations in all communications and documentation processes.
Medical Assistant
Heart Care Group
Allentown, PA
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Education
Certified - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Technical Institute
Allentown, PA05.2004
Certificate - Photography
Art Institute of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pa05.2000
Diploma - Academic
Hamburg Area High School
Hamburg, PA06.1998
Skills
- Ophthalmic Terminology
- Surgical Assisting
- Visual field testing
- Motivation and Initiative
- Great Customer Service
- Excellent money management
- Organized
- People person
- Positive attitude
- Previous sales experience
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania
02.2019 - Current
Medical Assistant Intern
Hamburg Family Medicine
06.2017 - 11.2018
Medical Assistant
Heart Care Group
08.2015 - 08.2017
Certified - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Technical Institute
Certificate - Photography
Art Institute of Philadelphia
Diploma - Academic
Hamburg Area High School