Jane Cox
Williamsport,PA
Summary
Compassionate and knowledgeable Ophthalmic Assistant with 15 years career experience in General and Retinal ophthalmology practices. Possesses a calm and reassuring personality type with highly efficient manner. Able to work successfully in fast-paced settings and demonstrates excellent communication and critical thinking skills. Takes pride in work. Loves to continue education in the field and share knowledge with others.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Erika E. Mabus OD
Muncy, PA
09.2023 - Current
- Performed comprehensive ophthalmic exams, including visual acuity, auto-refraction, Stereopsis, Color test, Optos, Humphrey Visual Field, Cirrus OCT, instilling eye drops.
- Assisted with Optical by inspecting glasses before dispensing to patients. Ordering and stocking contact lens trials and patient orders.
- Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
- Educate and train new contact lens wearers with Insertion and removal.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Geisinger Medical Center
Muncy, PA
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Operated imaging equipment such as Clarus fundus photos, FA's on Clarus, Heidelberg OCT, Tomey Topography, Humphrey Visual Field, Zeiss IOL master 700 systems.
- Performed comprehensive ophthalmic exams, including visual acuity, Autorefraction, Keratometry, intraocular pressure measurements, instilling eye drops, checking Blood pressure.
- Assisted with training new employees on proper techniques for conducting ophthalmologic tests.
- Obtained and recorded patient medical history in Epic EMR system
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Central Vision Eyecare, LLC
Lewisburg, PA
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Performing preliminary testing and examination, testing protocols, and assisting optometrists and ophthalmologists with related examination/procedures as directed.
- Training non-certified technicians.
- Obtaining and documenting in Imedicare EHR system the following examination testing: Medical history taking, visual acuity, Pupil assessment, fundus photography with Topcon camera, Tonometry, Pachymetry, Humphrey visual fields, refractions, keratometry, lensometry, Topcon OCT, IOL Master Biometry.
- Scribing for physicians to complete medical charting including billing, scheduling, education, assisting with in-office procedures.
- Assisting front desk secretaries with scheduling patients, taking payments, refilling prescriptions, inventory
- Scheduling surgical procedures for cataracts and oculoplastic with the ambulatory center, setting up appointments for pre-op clearance, and IOL education.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Pacific Apex Healthcare, Inc
Lewisburg, PA
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Performing preliminary testing (Medical history taking, visual acuity, pupil assessment, tonometry, administering drops, and tear labs)
- Operated imaging equipment such as fundus cameras and OCT systems while adhering to safety regulations.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgical procedures such as laser treatments and intravitreal injections
- Prepared patients for Intravitreal injections and lasers by administering preoperative medications and providing instructions on postoperative care.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
The Eye Center of Central PA
Lewisburg, PA
02.2009 - 04.2019
- Secretary-Greeted patients, obtained insurance information, billing, receive copays, scheduling appointments, inventory, and document information in Allscripts.
- Technician- Perform examination and document in Medflow EHR system. Perform testing such as visual acuity, tonometry, keratometry, pupil assessment, administering medications, lensometry, humphrey visual fields, pentacam, Heidelberg OCT, fundus photography, Tear labs, AdaptDx.
- Refractive Coordinator-Schedule LASIK surgery procedures, Ordering supplies, train employees to be on LASIK team. Maintenance and calibration of Allegretto and Wavefont lasers. Surgical assist during surgery.
- Scribing- Assist optometrists and ophthalmologists with accurate charting in EHR, scheduling, billing, and in-office procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Secretary
Newport Business Institute
Williamsport04-2009
Skills
- Prescription Verification
- Medical History Taking
- Instrument Sterilization
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient Care
- Retinal procedure assistance
- Ocular measurements
- Ophthalmology testing
- Preliminary testing
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Medication Administration
- Diagnostic Testing
References
- Lisa Lenig 570-898-8698
- Leah Warner, OD 570-772-7681
- Brenda Crapser 570-772-2972
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Erika E. Mabus OD
09.2023 - Current
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Geisinger Medical Center
04.2021 - 09.2023
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Central Vision Eyecare, LLC
04.2019 - 04.2021
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Pacific Apex Healthcare, Inc
04.2018 - 05.2019
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
The Eye Center of Central PA
02.2009 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Medical Secretary
Newport Business Institute