Hardworking Medical Professional well-versed in medical terminology and specialty support. Competent and focused professional with expertise in updating charts and submitting paperwork. Offering 25 years of related experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Ophthalmic Technician
OSM
12.2019 - Current
Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Knowledgeable on how to use Heidelberg and Zeiss OCT, Topcon and OPTOS camera, Ascan and Topography machines.
Assisted patients preparing for surgery.
Ophthalmic Scribe
Retina Consultants Of Michigan
09.2010 - 11.2019
Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Confidentially and efficiently chart in patients electronic record (EMR)
Perform visual acuity testing, obtain IOP with tonopen or ICare, color vision, and visual fields.
Administer eye medications for dilation and treatment.
Assist with in-office injections, as well as, surgical procedures such as laser or pneumatic retinopexy.
Assisted physician in clinical study for patients with Age related Macular Degeneration
Surgery scheduling. Capable of preparing appropriate paperwork and consents and working with hospital to board patient.
Assist physicians with after hour on call services to identify emergent problems with patients.
Review inventory levels to check medications and other materials, and restock supplies to meet forecasted needs.
Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
Opthalmic Assistant/Optician/Office Manager
Dale Lervick And Associates
08.2003 - 12.2008
Conducted initial patient tests such as pressure evaluations, acuity assessments and autorefraction evaluations, pachymetry, color vision, and visual fields.
Assisted clients with selecting and adjusting frames to meet specified prescriptions, as well as, necessary measurement.
Managed check-in and check-out procedures, verified patient information and submitted lens orders.
Taught contact lens insertion and removal along with care instructions.
Responsible for billing and office expenses.
Education
Nursing
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
Radiologist Assistant
Red Rocks Community College
Denver, CO
OSC Certificate
Jcapho
09.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Riverview Community High School
Riverview, MI
1995
Skills
Physician support including surgical care
EMR expertise
Knowledge of medical terminology particularly related to ophthalmology
Ability to make decisions
Excellent communication skills
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
Timeline
Lead Ophthalmic Technician
OSM
12.2019 - Current
Ophthalmic Scribe
Retina Consultants Of Michigan
09.2010 - 11.2019
Opthalmic Assistant/Optician/Office Manager
Dale Lervick And Associates
08.2003 - 12.2008
Nursing
Henry Ford College
Radiologist Assistant
Red Rocks Community College
OSC Certificate
Jcapho
High School Diploma - undefined
Riverview Community High School
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