Gracie Knight
Guin
Summary
Dedicated optometric technician with experience in patient testing and optometric equipment operation. Proven ability to maintain organized workflows and manage appointment schedules, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optometric Technician
Weeks Eye Care
Winfield, AL
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate information collection and documentation.
- Operated diagnostic equipment, including autorefractors and lensometers, for preliminary eye assessments.
- Prepared examination rooms, maintaining cleanliness and organization for optimal workflow.
- Supported optometrists during exams by providing necessary instruments and patient assistance.
- Maintained inventory of optical supplies, facilitating timely restocking of essential materials.
- Managed appointment scheduling, enhancing office efficiency through effective communication with patients.
- Educated patients on eyewear options and proper contact lens usage for improved satisfaction.
- Operated and maintained lensometers, refraction units, auto-refractors, and visual field analyzers for patient testing.
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
- Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
- Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Maintained clean and organized examination rooms, adhering to strict sanitation standards for optimal patient safety.
- Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
- Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
- Assisted optometrists in providing accurate diagnoses through precise measurements using specialized equipment.
- Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
- Maintained inventory levels and accurate records of contact lenses and eyeglass frames.
- Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently preparing examination rooms before appointments commenced.
- Contributed to practice growth by educating patients on the latest lens technologies and available frame styles.
- Educated patients on eye health and preventive care, leading to decrease in preventable eye conditions.
- Educated on OCT, Visual Field, and other instruments.
CNA
Diversicare
Winfield, AL
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided personal care assistance to residents, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing residents' quality of life.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient rooms, supporting infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated residents on health management techniques, promoting independence and well-being.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and improve resident care practices.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marion County High School
Guin, ALSkills
- Visual field testing
- Appointment scheduling
- Retinal photography
- Glaucoma screening
- Diagnostic imaging
- Optometric equipment operation
- Patient testing
- Paperwork management
- Payment collection
- Customer education
- Appointment setting
- Frame selection assistance
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Customer service
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Optometric Technician
Weeks Eye Care
08.2025 - Current
CNA
Diversicare
07.2024 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Marion County High School