Jennifer Lawrence
Ladson,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented optometric technician with experience in visual acuity testing, tonometry, glaucoma screening, and ocular imaging support. Skilled in EHR documentation, insurance verification, and front desk coordination. Known for teamwork, patient education, and maintaining a clean, efficient clinical setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometric Technician
Carolina Vision Associates
Spartanburg, South Carolina
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Performed pre-testing with an autorefractor, a tonometer, and visual acuity tools.
- Supported optometrists during diagnostic testing and patient evaluations, ensuring accurate assessments.
- Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
- Instructed patients on proper contact lens care and follow-up protocols to enhance compliance and satisfaction.
- Collected vision histories and updated medical records.
- Maintained equipment reliability by thoroughly cleaning and calibrating exam room tools.
- Implemented infection control procedures for all optometric instruments and patient contact areas.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sterilizing instruments after each use.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate and efficient patient data management.
- Documented patient care by charting patient condition and treatment in records.
- Verified prescriptions written by doctors prior to filling orders.
- Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
- Scheduled appointments and managed daily patient flow.
- Verified insurance details and supported front desk operations.
- Provided administrative support such as scheduling follow-up visits or sending reminder notices for upcoming appointments.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and filing paperwork.
- Trained new staff on optometric testing procedures and clinic protocols, and fostered a knowledgeable team environment.
- Coordinated referrals to ophthalmologists for patients requiring further medical treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
Charleston, SC06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Coding and Billing
Virginia College
Spartanburg, SCAssociate of Applied Science - Surgical Technician
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC10-2026
Skills
- Visual field testing
- Tonometry testing
- Pre-testing procedures
- Intraocular pressure measurement
- Glaucoma screening
- Clinical procedures
- Patient care
- EHR management
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Insurance verification
- Instrument sterilization
- Patient follow-up
- Teamwork
Timeline
Optometric Technician
Carolina Vision Associates
01.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Coding and Billing
Virginia College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technician
Trident Technical College