Jennifer Arroyo
La Porte
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in ophthalmology, I have developed a deep passion for both teaching and lifelong learning. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive knowledge and hands-on experience that I believe can positively impact others within the ophthalmic community. I enjoy helping others grow professionally by sharing practical skills, clinical insight, and encouragement gained through years of experience in the field.
I am motivated by the opportunity to continue learning new techniques, technologies, and advancements in ophthalmology while also mentoring and educating those entering or advancing within the profession. I believe that collaboration, education, and strong leadership are essential to improving patient care and strengthening the ophthalmic community as a whole.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MATERIALS MANAGER
G & A PARTNERS
HOUSTON, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Determines production needs and manages material flows and inventory in the surgical facility
- Assist in the identification of process improvements and cost-saving initiatives associated with the procedures
- Examine work process improvements for cycle time and cost reductions opportunities.
- Operations including shipping, receiving, and ensuring inventory levels are properly maintained and accurate
- Responsible for developing a supplier quality assurance program and vendor relations
- Coordinates with a general manager, to optimize the overall operation process
- Identified and eliminated stagnant and slow-moving materials, reducing overhead while freeing up valuable space
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
G & A PARTNERS
HOUSTON, TX
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Facilitates schedule with Director of Nursing to provide efficient flow and completion of surgery schedule
- Helps create a healthy, energized environment where colleagues support each other to provide exceptional patient care
- Set up and maintain sterile field before during and after procedure until patient is out of the operating room
- Maintain working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentation and equipment
CERTIFIED OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
KELSEY SEYBOLD
HOUSTON, TX
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Worked together with physicians to deliver retinal exams, prepare exam rooms for minor surgery and injections while documenting progress
- Performed ophthalmic diagnostic testing in a general ophthalmology setting
- Performed manual refraction, manual keratometry, and glare testing for cataract surgery evaluations
- Helped in creating a capable environment where colleagues supported each other to provide exceptional patient care
- Set up and maintain sterile field before during and after procedure until patient is out of the exam room
- Maintain working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentation and equipment
- Provided patients education on eye related conditions and diagnosis
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Coastal Eye Associates
Webster, TX
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Worked alongside physicians to preform general exams, prepare exam rooms for minor surgery and injections while documenting progress
- Performed ophthalmic diagnostic testing in a general ophthalmology setting
- Performed manual refraction, manual keratometry, and glare testing for cataract surgery evaluations
- Helped in creating a capable environment where colleagues supported each other to provide exceptional patient care
- Set up and maintain sterile field before during and after procedure until patient is out of the exam room
- Maintain working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentation and equipment
- Provided patients education on eye related conditions and diagnosis
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Greater Houston Eye
Bellaire, TX
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Worked in conjunction with physicians to preform general exams, prepare exam rooms for minor surgery while documenting and assisting progress
- Performed ophthalmic diagnostic testing in a general ophthalmology setting
- Performed manual refraction, manual keratometry, and glare testing for cataract surgery evaluations
- Performed VEP, ERG, and fluorescein angiography
- Helped in creating a capable environment where colleagues supported each other to provide exceptional patient care
- Set up and maintain sterile field before during and after procedure until patient is out of the exam room
- Provided patients education on eye related conditions and diagnosis
Lead Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Coastal Eye Associates
Webster, TX
02.2007 - 01.2014
- Correspond with other clinical staff to ensure the smooth day to day operations of the clinic while providing the best possible care for patients
- Aided in creating an efficient environment where colleagues supported each other to provide exceptional patient care
- Performed ophthalmic diagnostic testing in a general ophthalmology setting
- Performed manual refraction, manual keratometry, and glare testing for cataract surgery evaluations
- Performed Visual field, OCT and fundus photography for glaucoma evaluations
- Traveled to multiple locations assisting in clinical care as well as surgical assistant
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Center of Texas
Bellaire, TX
11.2005 - 02.2007
- Performed ophthalmic diagnostic testing in a general ophthalmology setting
- Provided patients education on eye related conditions and diagnosis
- Maintain working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentation and equipment
- Assisted in Lasik surgery and cataract surgery
- Performed manual refraction, manual keratometry, and glare testing for cataract surgery evaluations
Ophthalmic Scribe
Bayshore Eye Associates
Pasadena, TX
09.2003 - 11.2005
- Provided patients education on eye related conditions and diagnosis
- Assisted with minor in office procedures
- Maintained communication with patients
Optometrist Assistant
Texas State Optical
Pasadena, TX
06.2002 - 09.2003
- Prepared patients preliminary testing for doctors
- Aided in education of contact lens insertion and removal
- Provided patients with eye related education
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Millcreek, Utah01-2023
Diploma - undefined
Charles H. Milby
Houston, TX01-2000
Skills
- Commitment to goal achievement
- Motivated professional
- Business professionalism
- Analytical thinking
- Bilingual
- Strong focus on accuracy
- Committed to quality
- Empathetic approach
- Logistics coordination
Certification
May 2006-current
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Joint Commission of Allied Health
Personnel in Ophthalmology
Timeline
MATERIALS MANAGER
G & A PARTNERS
11.2021 - Current
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
G & A PARTNERS
08.2016 - 11.2021
CERTIFIED OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT
KELSEY SEYBOLD
04.2015 - 08.2016
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Coastal Eye Associates
08.2014 - 04.2015
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Greater Houston Eye
01.2014 - 08.2014
Lead Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Coastal Eye Associates
02.2007 - 01.2014
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Center of Texas
11.2005 - 02.2007
Ophthalmic Scribe
Bayshore Eye Associates
09.2003 - 11.2005
Optometrist Assistant
Texas State Optical
06.2002 - 09.2003
Diploma - undefined
Charles H. Milby
Bachelor of Science - Business Healthcare Management
Western Governors University