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Elizabeth O'Connor

Festus,MO

Summary

Versatile Administrative professional well-versed in healthcare practices, compliance standards and operations. Excellent problem-solver and clear communicator with positive and upbeat personality. Advanced abilities in EHR.

Work History

Surgical Coordinator

Ophthalmology Consultants
09.2004 - Current
  • Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for 8 Ophthalmologists.
  • Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
  • Updated patient records to reflect upcoming surgeries and medical histories.
  • Educated patients about surgeries and provided treatment plan documentation.
  • Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.

Ophthalmic Medical Technician

H.T. Tekwani, M.D.
St Louis, MO
03.1995 - 10.2000
  • Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
  • Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
  • Administered a-scan biometry test before patient cataract surgeries to measure size and shape of affected eye.
  • Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
  • Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.

Registered Medical Assistant

Family Practice Center
08.1982 - 07.1983
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.

Education

Midwest Institute For Medical Assistants
Kirkwood, MO

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

American Academy of Ophthalmology

Biology And Anatomy

Saint Louis Community College
St Louis, MO
05.1995

Skills

  • Manifest Refraction
  • Keratometry
  • Lensometry
  • Visual Field Testing Goldman/Humphrey
  • Assisting in Minor Procedures
  • Contact lens care/Ordering and Dispensing
  • Injections
  • EHR systems expertise
  • Tonometry
  • First Aid/CPR

Timeline

Surgical Coordinator

Ophthalmology Consultants
09.2004 - Current

Ophthalmic Medical Technician

H.T. Tekwani, M.D.
03.1995 - 10.2000

Registered Medical Assistant

Family Practice Center
08.1982 - 07.1983

Midwest Institute For Medical Assistants

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

American Academy of Ophthalmology

Biology And Anatomy

Saint Louis Community College

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