Javetta Leathers
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Independence,LA
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician/ Travel Contract
1 Year 3 Months- Administered preliminary eye exams and vision tests, ensuring accurate data collection for physician review.
- Assisted in the operation of diagnostic equipment, enhancing patient comfort and test reliability.
- Educated patients on procedures and post-operative care, fostering a supportive environment for recovery
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient interaction and equipment handling, strengthening team performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced patient wait times, enhancing overall clinic workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to develop treatment plans based on comprehensive exam results, driving patient-centered care initiatives.
- Led quality assurance efforts for diagnostic tests, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines and enhancing service delivery standards.
Ophthalmic Technician
2 Years 2 Months- Conducted comprehensive patient history assessments to support accurate diagnoses.
- Assisted in performing ocular diagnostic tests, ensuring precise results for ophthalmologists.
- Maintained and calibrated ophthalmic equipment to uphold operational standards and accuracy.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-operative care protocols to enhance recovery experiences.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, improving patient flow and satisfaction rates.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all patients, addressing concerns promptly and compassionately.
- Performed thorough medical history assessments as part of the pre-examination process for new patients.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Trained new ophthalmic technicians on clinic protocols, fostering teamwork within the practice.
Ophthalmologist Technician
5 Years 4 Months- Consultant, sales, working up patient testing CF, VA, MR, IOP, Dilation) laser technician (operating EX 500 during lasik surgery).
- Communicating with patients, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance and calling in prescriptions.
Ophthalmic Technician
3 Years 8 Months- Working up patients (VA, CF, MR, IOP, dilation, worked with the retina team daily
Caregiver
4 Years 3 Months- Assisting children with every day needs and homeschooling
Education
High School Diploma
Technical diploma - Ophthalmologist medical technician
Skills
Assisted in scheduling medical appointments for patients in ophthalmology practices.
Provided ophthalmology-related support to enhance patient experience.
Delivered customer service through effective communication and typing skills.
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician/ Travel Contract
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
09.2024 - 12.2025Read More
Ophthalmic Technician
Tiger Vision
07.2023 - 09.2025Read More
Ophthalmologist Technician
LASIK Vision Institute
03.2018 - 07.2023Read More
Ophthalmic Technician
Southeast Texas Eyecenter
10.2011 - 06.2015Read More
Caregiver
TARC, INC
03.2003 - 06.2007Read More
Delgado Community College
Technical diploma from Ophthalmologist medical technician
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Amite High School
High School Diploma
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