Gretchen Fitzpatrick
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Skilled Ophthalmic Technician adept at evaluating complex eye diseases and cross-examining patient medical history to verify information. Prepares patients for ophthalmology tests and maintains all operating equipment. Friendly and accommodating with excellent workflow management and task delegation skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Eye Care And Surgeons Of Charlotte
07.2021 - Current
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Prioritized patient privacy and confidentiality, consistently following HIPAA regulations in all aspects of work.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Enhanced patient care by performing accurate and efficient diagnostic testing in ophthalmology procedures.
- Ensured the accuracy of patient records by diligently updating medical histories, medications, and insurance information.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by providing empathetic support during sensitive diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery, and glaucoma.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Administered a-scan biometry test before patient cataract surgeries to measure size and shape of affected eye.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
Cashier and Shopper
Food Lion
06.2020 - 11.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Reviewed customer orders closely to locate desired items and checked app regularly to identify changes.
- Demonstrated speed and accuracy in order item selection.
- Selected best-quality perishable items such as meat and produce.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
Daycare Assistant
Hourly Kids Play
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Kept children between ages of 6 months and 4 years safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Coordinated engaging arts-and-crafts projects for students to express their creativity while developing fine motor skills.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Ophthalmic Medical Personnel
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC05.2022
High School Diploma -
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts
Monroe, NC06.2018
Skills
- Ocular Motility Testing
- Visual field testing
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient examinations
- Ophthalmic Imaging
- Corneal Topography
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Fundus Photography
- Medical History Taking
- Color vision testing
- Pachymetry Proficiency
- Ophthalmic Lasers
- Chart documentation
- Patient Care
- Vision testing
- Medication Administration
- Medical History Documentation
- Manual refractions
- Diagnostic Testing
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
- Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- COT - Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Diamond Dot Paintings
Diamond Dot Paintings are these sticky canvases with a design on them. You are given these tiny little gemstone beads that are color and number/letter coordinated. With these, you need to match up the number or letter on the color with the number or letter on the design. These can be different sizes depending on the design.
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Eye Care And Surgeons Of Charlotte
07.2021 - Current
Cashier and Shopper
Food Lion
06.2020 - 11.2023
Daycare Assistant
Hourly Kids Play
06.2018 - 03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Ophthalmic Medical Personnel
Central Piedmont Community College
High School Diploma -
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- COT - Certified Ophthalmic Technician
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