Jerry Rent Hardge
palos Hills,Illinois
Summary
Ophthalmic Medical Technician with extensive experience at Cross Country Healthcare, Highly skilled in patient care. Proven ability to enhance the ophthalmic duties through effective communication and collaboration with ophthalmologists, while optimizing inventory management to ensure seamless operations. Committed to improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Cross Country Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of visual acuity and ocular history.
- Assisted in administering diagnostic tests, including tonometry and visual field testing, to evaluate eye health.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to prepare patients for examinations, enhancing overall patient experience and workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory of ophthalmic supplies, optimizing stock levels to prevent shortages and streamline operations.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-operative care instructions, improving adherence to treatment plans and outcomes.
- Implemented quality control measures for diagnostic equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.
- Train new staff on best practices in patient care and technical procedures.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Rosin Eyecare
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of visual acuity and ocular history.
- Assisted in administering diagnostic tests, including tonometry and visual field testing, to evaluate eye health.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to prepare patients for examinations, enhancing overall patient experience and workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory of ophthalmic supplies, optimizing stock levels to prevent shortages and streamline operations.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Wheaton Eye Clinic
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of visual acuity and ocular history.
- Assisted in administering diagnostic tests, including tonometry and visual field testing, to evaluate eye health.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to prepare patients for examinations, enhancing overall patient experience and workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory of ophthalmic supplies, optimizing stock levels to prevent shortages and streamline operations.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Barrington Eyecare Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of visual acuity and ocular history.
- Assisted in administering diagnostic tests, including tonometry and visual field testing, to evaluate eye health.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to prepare patients for examinations, enhancing overall patient experience and workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory of ophthalmic supplies, optimizing stock levels to prevent shortages and streamline operations.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Chicago Eye Specialists
06.2015 - 08.2021
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of visual acuity and ocular history.
- Assisted in administering diagnostic tests, including tonometry and visual field testing, to evaluate eye health.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to prepare patients for examinations, enhancing overall patient experience and workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory of ophthalmic supplies, optimizing stock levels to prevent shortages and streamline operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gage Park Highschool
Chicago, IL06-1975
Skills
- Ophthalmic terminology
- Surgery Scheduling
- Surgical assisting
- Visual field testing
- OCT
- Tonometry
- Assist in contact lens fitting
- Surgery scheduling
- Billing and insurance
- Pachymetry
- Research assistant
- Sending prescripition to pharmacy
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Timeline
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Cross Country Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Rosin Eyecare
08.2022 - 03.2023
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Wheaton Eye Clinic
08.2021 - 03.2022
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Barrington Eyecare Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Chicago Eye Specialists
06.2015 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Gage Park Highschool