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George Abraham
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
- Detail-oriented assistant articulate, friendly, and effective working with people of different backgrounds and temperaments.
- Maintains a positive attitude and enjoys helping people
- Accurately records, remembers and verbally communicates detailed information.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmology Technician
CENTER FOR SIGHT
Las Vegas, NV
07.2021 - Current
- Acquainted all new patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed. Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests. Obtained patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general, family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications. Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include: Visual acuity Manual lensometer Auto Lensometer Stereo testing Evaluation of motility
- Pupillary function tests Color plates Applanation tonometry Advanced refractometry dilation of pupils contact lens evaluations.
Technician Full Time
Tele - Opto LLC
Las Vegas, NV
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Acquainted all new patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed. Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests. Obtained patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general, family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications. Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include: Visual acuity Manual lensometer Auto Lensometer Stereo testing Evaluation of motility
- Pupillary function tests Color plates Applanation tonometry Advanced refractometry dilation of pupils contact lens evaluations. Other tasks specific to the the physician pertaining to tele-medicine.
Ophthalmology Technician Full Time
Abrams Eye Institute
Las Vegas, NV
08.2008 - 06.2020
- Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
- Advised patients on ocular medications, dressings and contact lenses.
- Observed pupils, visual acuteness, and extra-ocular movements to check patient status.
- Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.
- Promoted healing and patient satisfaction by delivering detailed instructions for pre- and post-op eye care to patients as directed by physicians.
- Took anatomical or functional ocular measurements of eye or surrounding tissue, including axial length measurements.
- Checked inventory levels and ordered supplies, medications and materials to meet expected demand.
- Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success.
- Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
- Leveraged strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to relate successfully to diverse individuals, including patients and staff, on daily basis.
- Measured corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in diagnosis of conditions such as astigmatism.
- Conducted tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
- Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Dr. Malitz
Las Vegas, NV
04.2005 - 08.2008
- Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
- Conducted tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
- Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.
- Measured corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in diagnosis of conditions such as astigmatism.
- Took anatomical or functional ocular measurements of eye or surrounding tissue, including axial length measurements.
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Shepard Eye Center
Las Vegas, NV
12.2003 - 04.2005
- Employment Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More).
- Authorized refills for patient prescriptions, keeping careful track of all medications and side effects.
- Performed eye care screenings and made recommendations to patients regarding proper eye care.
- Educated patients on conditions, explaining treatment options and possible medication side effects.
- Explained procedures in easy-to-understand terminology to patients and their families.
- Counseled patients in surgery and treatment plans.
- Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
- Observed pupils, visual acuteness, and extra-ocular movements to check patient status.
- Advised patients on ocular medications, dressings and contact lenses.
- Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.
Optician Apprentice, Sales Supervisor
Lens Crafters
Albany, NY
06.2003 - 08.2003
- Employment Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More). Received customers prescriptions for eyeglasses or contact lenses measured customers eyes and faces, such as the distance between their pupils helped customers choose eyeglass frames and lens treatments, such as eye wear for occupational or sport use, tints or anti-reflective coatings, based on their vision needs and style preferences, created work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians, providing information about the lenses needed, adjusted eye wear to ensure a good fit, repaired or replace broken eyeglass frames and educated customers about eye wear instructed them how to care for their contact lenses, performed business tasks, such as maintaining sales records, keeping track of customers' prescriptions,and ordering and maintaining inventory, exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Optical Manager, Optician Apprentice
America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses
Albany, NY
05.1999 - 06.2003
- Employment Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More). Faxed all ophthalmic and contact lens orders to the main lab Verified patient/customer insurance for exams, spectacles, and contact lens orders. Enter frame, lens and contact lens orders.
- Check in and Verify RX- Contact Lens orders. Checked in quality and accuracy on orders for contact lens orders as well as glasses. Processed and submitted vision insurance forms and lens ordering forms from various labs and contactlens orders.
- Made targeted suggested to patients based on facial parameters and stated preferences. Updated display frames with newest styles. Took measurements such as pupillary distance, ocular center and segment heights.
Education
High school diploma - College Prep
Utica Free Academy
Utica, NY06-1978
Skills
- Surgical assisting
- Proficient in EMR charting
- Ophthalmology Experience
- Triage
- Refraction
- Medical Records
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy Knowledge
Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- COA certified .
Interests
Timeline
Ophthalmology Technician
CENTER FOR SIGHT
07.2021 - Current
Technician Full Time
Tele - Opto LLC
09.2020 - 05.2021
Ophthalmology Technician Full Time
Abrams Eye Institute
08.2008 - 06.2020
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Dr. Malitz
04.2005 - 08.2008
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Shepard Eye Center
12.2003 - 04.2005
Optician Apprentice, Sales Supervisor
Lens Crafters
06.2003 - 08.2003
Optical Manager, Optician Apprentice
America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses
05.1999 - 06.2003
High school diploma - College Prep
Utica Free Academy
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer