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Danielle Garcia
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Polished individual successful at treating all patients with respect and compassion. Seek position with established hospital or other facility. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Talented at performing patient medical history screenings and administering medications. Successful at managing a large patient caseload daily. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Westlake Eye SpecialistsKyle, New Branfuels, TX
Certified Ophthalmology Assistant- Surgical Tech
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and monitored office compliance with all applicable laws.
- Scheduled appointments for patients, prepared necessary paperwork, and provided information regarding pre-operative instructions.
- Communicated effectively with patients to answer questions about their treatment plans and upcoming surgeries.
- Provided post-operative care instructions to patients prior to discharge from hospital or clinic setting.
- Facilitated communication between surgeons and other healthcare professionals involved in a patient's care plan.
- Organized meetings among OR personnel to discuss changes in protocols or safety issues.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to surgical coordination techniques.
- Managed schedules for multiple surgeons within the same facility.
- Assessed potential risks associated with each surgical procedure before it was scheduled.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to surgery date to ensure accuracy of data entered into system.
- Advised patients on preparation requirements before undergoing a particular type of surgery.
- Educated patients on at-home surgery preparation requirements and post-operative care process.
- Obtained signatures and collected completed pre-operative consent and HIPAA forms from patients.
- Answered phones, greeted patients and filed paperwork to maintain smooth operations in front office.
- Provided assistance with minor surgical procedures under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.
- Monitored patients during procedures to ensure safety and comfort levels were maintained.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient care activities.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, managing billing information and ordering supplies.
- Prepared exam rooms for patient visits, including stocking supplies and setting up equipment.
- Assisted with preparing surgical suites by sterilizing instruments, setting up equipment and providing support throughout the procedure.
- Instructed patients on the use of contact lenses, eyeglasses frames and other optical products.
- Provided patient education regarding eye care, medications and post-operative instructions.
- Facilitated communication between physicians and staff members regarding patient care issues.
Central Texas Eye CenterSan Marcos , TX
Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Assistant
10.2016 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Assist the physicians with detailed, thorough, accurate work up while maintaining smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
- Implemented a dry eye program within our facility including community outreach.
- Provide surgeons with accurate preoperative measurements to ensure accurate intraocular lens selection.
- Patient counseling including but not limited to intraocular lens selection and dry eye treatment
- Communicated effectively with patients to answer questions about their treatment plans and upcoming surgeries.
- Developed policies and procedures related to surgery scheduling and coordination.
- Managed daily operations of the surgery department including budgeting, staffing, training, scheduling.
- Provided post-operative care instructions to patients prior to discharge from hospital or clinic setting.
- Performed visual acuity tests, tonometry, refraction and other vision tests.
- Assisted ophthalmologists with patient examinations and surgeries.
- Administered eye drops to patients as directed by physician.
- Managed schedules for multiple surgeons within the same facility.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to surgery date to ensure accuracy of data entered into system.
- Advised patients on preparation requirements before undergoing a particular type of surgery.
- Educated patients on at-home surgery preparation requirements and post-operative care process.
- Obtained signatures and collected completed pre-operative consent and HIPAA forms from patients.
- Reported patients' status to doctors and monitored completion of treatment plan.
Core HealthcareDripping Springs, TX
Admissions/Insurance Coordinator
01.2015 - 01.2016
Scott and White HospitalCollege Station, TX
Radiology/Therapy Administrative Assistant, Financial Counselor
01.2013 - 01.2015
Blinn CollegeBryan, TX
Phlebotomist Instructor
01.2005 - 01.2015
Education
Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX
Bachelor of Science from Health Administration
12.2009
Blinn Community College, Bryan
Received Associate degree from Applied Science
2006
Skills
- Dry Eye Consultant
- Customer Service
- Medical terminology
- Ophthalmology testing
- Supplies inventory
- Medical history obtainment
- Ocular measurements
- Minor surgery assistance
- Diagnostic testing- Presurgical and clinical
- Physician assistance
- Patient interview expertise
- Contact lens evaluation
- Instrument sterilization
- Anatomy expertise
- Relationship building
- Maintenance & Repair
- Computer skills
- Team management
- Active listening
- Communication
- Instrument Sterilization
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical record-keeping
- Appointment management
- Patient Care
- Diagnostic Testing
- Patient Relations
- Supply Restocking
- Medical History Documentation
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Equipment Calibration
- Medication Administration
- Preliminary testing
- Intake management
Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
- CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Availability
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Interests
Growing vegetables and flowers.
Taking care of animals on my ranch.
Software
Epic
Microsoft, Excel, Word and Power point
Multiple EHR programs Billing and patient charting
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work from home optionPaid time offFlexible work hoursCompany CultureWork-life balancePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveCareer advancement4-day work weekTimeline
Certified Ophthalmology Assistant- Surgical Tech
Westlake Eye Specialists
07.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Assistant
Central Texas Eye Center
10.2016 - 07.2024
Admissions/Insurance Coordinator
Core Healthcare
01.2015 - 01.2016
Radiology/Therapy Administrative Assistant, Financial Counselor
Scott and White Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2015
Phlebotomist Instructor
Blinn College
01.2005 - 01.2015
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Science from Health Administration
Blinn Community College
Received Associate degree from Applied Science
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
- CPR Certified
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