Dania Farias Pineira
Napes
Summary
Certified Ophthalmic Technician with comprehensive background in eye care delivery, familiar with various ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic testing. Skilled in patient education and interaction, demonstrating strong ability to build trust and rapport while addressing concerns effectively. Proven track record of contributing towards enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency in previous roles. Possess technical skills combined with an empathetic approach to provide superior patient-centered care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician 2
University of Miami - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Napes
10.2024 - Current
- Led patients to exam rooms, collected reason for visit, chief complaint, history of present illness, basic review of systems, ocular and systemic medications, recorded allergies, pharmacy information, family, social, medical, and ocular history to provide physicians with optimal initial data.
- Perform visual acuity at distance and near, lensometry, manual refraction, basic ocular motility, pupillary evaluation, pachymetry color vision test, stereopsis test as well as sensorimotor exam and prisms refraction.
- Perform confrontational fields, Amsler Grid visual fields, Automated & manual perimetry as well as Virtual Reality (VR) visual fields.
- Evaluation of ocular surface and eye drop administration.
- Intraocular pressure such as Goldman, Tono-Pen, and I-Care.
- Provides support to providers which includes documentation in patient charts as required and directed for patient care.
- Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.
- Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.
- Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness.
- Meets daily productivity goals. Maintains JCAHPO certifications.
- Ensures all equipment is calibrated and instrumentation is in proper working order.
- Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications.
- Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary.
- Works evenings and weekends as needed.
- Completes IVI (intravitreal injection) prep for patients.
- Performs imaging including but not limited to fundus photos, OCTs, and Slit Lamp exams.
- Acts as preceptor and trainer for team members.
Optometrist
Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery
Vedado
01.2013 - 08.2022
- Prescription of eyeglasses, contact lenses and optical prisms according to individual patient needs.
- Performed to basic optometric tests such as retinoscopy, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, visual field and visual psychophysical tests.
• Performed specialized tests such as OCTs fundus photos, and electrophysiology of vision.
• Performed sensorimotor exam and optical treatment of patients with binocular vision disorders.
• Management and optical treatment of patients with diplopia.
• Diagnosed and treated various vision conditions, including, myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, anisometropia and presbyopia.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex ocular issues.
• Demonstrated excellent patient communication skills while educating patients about their eye care needs.
• Conducted research studies on optometry topics to advance knowledge within the field.
• Assisted in training new staff members on proper protocols related to optometric exams and office operations.
• Answered questions to advise patients regarding vision and optical issues.
• Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends and developments in optometry.
Optometrist
Pediatric Teaching Hospital
Marianao
06.2004 - 12.2012
- Prescription of eyeglasses and contact lenses according to individual patient needs.
- Performed to basic optometric tests such as retinoscopy, auto refraction, keratometry, tonometry, visual field and visual psychophysical tests.
• Performed sensorimotor exams and optical treatment of patients with binocular vision disorders.
• Diagnosed and treated various vision conditions, including, myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, anisometropia and presbyopia.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex ocular issues.
• Demonstrated excellent patient communication skills while educating patients about their eyecare needs.
• Conducted research studies on optometry topics to advance knowledge within the field.
• Assisted in training new staff members on proper protocols related to optometric exams and office operations.
• Answered questions to advise patients regarding vision and optical issues.
• Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends and developments in optometry.
• Provided vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Degree in Optic And Optometry
University of Medical Sciences of Havana
Havana Cuba07-2008
Skills
- Visual acuity assessment
- Retinoscopy refraction
- Visual field testing
- Color vision testing
- Tonometry techniques
- Pachymetry testing
- Visual electrophysiology tests
- Motility assessment
- Ocular imaging
- Prisms refraction
- Team collaboration
Resume - Documents
Dania_Farias_Pineira_Resume.pdf, 05/08/23, 104 kB
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
- Visual Field Certification
Accomplishments
- Graduated with a Gold Degree
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician 2
University of Miami - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
10.2024 - Current
Optometrist
Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery
01.2013 - 08.2022
Optometrist
Pediatric Teaching Hospital
06.2004 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Degree in Optic And Optometry
University of Medical Sciences of Havana