Freida Johnson
Loganville,GA
Summary
Responsible Optometric Technician provides relationship-based eye care and outstanding customer service. Performs patient work ups, ancillary testing and orders and dispenses contact lenses to support optometrist and promote operational efficiency. Establishes priorities, works independently and proceeds with objectives without supervision.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometrist Technician
Myeyedr
Atlanta, CA
03.2018 - Current
- At a high volume conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
- Assessed patients for eye issues and checked visual acuity, color plates and papillary function
- Acquainted patients with procedures and explained purpose of testing to establish consent
Surgery Scheduling Coordinator /Triage Medical Assistant
Southern Gastroenterology
Lawrenceville, GA
02.2014 - 03.2018
- Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for 5 Physicians . Scheduled CT, Xrays, Bone Density, Colonoscopies , EGD and Modified Barium Swallow Test .
- Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
- Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling and coordination of outpatient procedures
- Verified insurance coverage and obtained per-authorizations
Procedure Scheduler /Medical Assistant
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates LLC.
Snellville, GA
01.2008 - 12.2014
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Scheduled all Diagnostics Test for 5 Physicians.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Education
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Georgia Medical Institute-DeKalb
Atlanta, GA06.2005
Skills
- Preliminary Exams
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical Charting
- Detailed Oriented
- Appointment Scheduling
- Data Entry
- Referral Verification
- EMR, Centricity, Power Point and Greenway Software
- Clerical Support
Timeline
Optometrist Technician
Myeyedr
03.2018 - Current
Surgery Scheduling Coordinator /Triage Medical Assistant
Southern Gastroenterology
02.2014 - 03.2018
Procedure Scheduler /Medical Assistant
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates LLC.
01.2008 - 12.2014
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Georgia Medical Institute-DeKalb
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