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DERRICK ABAIDOO

Bowie,MD
DERRICK ABAIDOO

Summary

Certified Optometric Technician with relevant experience in eye care and vision health. Strengths lie in understanding optical principles, conducting eye examinations, and providing high quality patient care with effective communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning, have consistently contributed to enhancing clinical efficiency and improving patient satisfaction rates. Conscientious Certified Optometric Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient education, vision testing procedures, and optical equipment maintenance. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and smooth clinic operations. Experienced Optometric Technician with excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Committed to helping licensed practitioners deliver top-quality care to patients. Highly competent in using industry standard equipment and instruments to conduct testing under direction of licensed optometrist. Safety-driven professional assisting physicians with special procedures and performing difficult examinations. Polished individual successful at treating all patients with respect and compassion. Seek position with established hospital or other facility. Eager to undertake diagnostic and fitting duties at fast-paced practices. Skilled at completing tasks on optical equipment. Ready to expand personal competencies and contribute tireless work ethic to advancing prescribed business goals.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

PRISM VISION GROUPS
MARYLAND

Opthalmic Assistant
11.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Administered eye medications for dilation and treatment.
  • Trained new ophthalmic assistants on proper techniques for conducting examinations, resulting in a more efficient clinical staff overall.
  • Maintained compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy while handling sensitive medical information daily.
  • Supported ophthalmologists during surgical procedures by preparing patients for surgery, sterilizing instruments, and passing required tools efficiently.
  • Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
  • Increased patient comprehension of treatment plans by effectively explaining procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Ensured accurate patient records by diligently updating electronic health information systems with test results and medical histories.
  • Checked patient vision, field, fundus, and other aspects for ophthalmologist.
  • Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
  • Assisted in the diagnosis of ocular conditions by performing various tests such as visual acuity measurements, tonometry readings, and optical coherence tomography scans.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling process, resulting in reduced wait times and improved patient experience.
  • Reduced errors in patient care by consistently following established protocols for administering eye drops, injections, and other medications.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and positive relationships that contributed to their overall satisfaction with the clinic.
  • Obtained and recorded patient medical history and past ocular history.

LENSCRAFTERS, Luxottica Group
BOWIE, MD

Certified Optometric Technician
02.2023 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Performed initial patient screening by obtaining medical history, verifying insurance information and completing paperwork.
  • Assisted in the examination of patients' eyes, including refraction testing and visual acuity tests.
  • Instructed patients on how to properly insert, remove and care for contact lenses.
  • Prepared diagnostic tests such as tonometry, A-scan biometry and retinal photography.
  • Maintained records of all examinations performed, test results and any treatments prescribed by optometrists.
  • Edge down patient lenses and make them from the scratch(Unfinished lenses) irrespective of the lenses.
  • Operate Manual and both digital lensometers.
  • Can make the best sale on the retail floor as well with the aid of my experience in the laboratory making lenses from the scratch( unfinished lenses); In other words lenses that needs to be surfaced,polished and coated as well.

Milk and Honey
Bowie, MD

Line Cook
06.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.

Excel Healthcare Group
BOWIE, MD

Medication Technician
02.2019 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
  • Provided patient education on proper medication use, side effects, and storage.
  • Monitored vital signs before administering medications.
  • Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
  • Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
  • Received verbal orders from physicians and other healthcare providers regarding prescriptions and refills.
  • Performed quality assurance checks for accuracy of medication administration.

Education

Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD

Associate in Engineering Technology from Computer Engineering
05-2021

Skills

  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Insurance Verification
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Supply Restocking
  • Doctors scribe
  • Optical coherence Tonography
  • Optos retinal imaging
  • Building prescription lenses from the scratch
  • Patients screening

Certification

  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
  • Eyecare Coding Specialist (ECS) Certificate - American Academy of Professional Coders.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
  • Infection Control and Sterilization Certification – Various Healthcare Accreditation Bodies.
  • Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) - Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
  • Quality Assurance and Control Certification – Various Accredited Institutions.
  • Medical Terminology Certificate – Various Educational Institutions.
  • Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) - Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
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Timeline

Opthalmic Assistant

PRISM VISION GROUPS
11.2024 - Current

Certified Optometric Technician

LENSCRAFTERS, Luxottica Group
02.2023 - 10.2024

Line Cook

Milk and Honey
06.2021 - 12.2022

Medication Technician

Excel Healthcare Group
02.2019 - 04.2021

Prince George's Community College

Associate in Engineering Technology from Computer Engineering

Education and Training


High school diploma (Bowie High School)

Pursued a career major in computer engineering and graduated with an associate degree. (2021)

Prince Georges community college.


DERRICK ABAIDOO