Joann Dela Cruz
Registered NURSE
Waipahu,HI
Summary
Results-driven Ophthalmology Technician with expertise in visual field testing and patient relations at McMann Eye Institute. Enhanced clinic efficiency by optimizing appointment management and increasing revenue through effective product recommendations. Proficient in electronic medical records and committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmology Technician
McMann Eye Institute
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including vision tests and ocular history reviews.
- Assisted ophthalmologists during clinical procedures, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety.
- Managed patient flow efficiently, optimizing appointment scheduling and minimizing wait times.
- Operated advanced diagnostic equipment, including autorefractors and OCT machines.
- Educated patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times, adhering to HIPAA regulations and safeguarding sensitive medical information.
- Increased clinic revenue_ through effective sales techniques when recommending optical products such as frames, lenses, or coatings to patients.
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining up-to-date records of patient medical histories, test results, and prescriptions.
- Assisted ophthalmologists in performing diagnostic tests, ensuring accurate measurements and data collection.
- Promoted preventive eye care by counseling patients on the importance of regular eye exams and screenings for early detection of potential issues.
- Served as a reliable and knowledgeable resource for patients, providing guidance on appropriate use of medications and eye drops.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough pre-examination tests and preparing patients for ophthalmic procedures.
- Reduced wait times for patients through efficient scheduling and organization of appointments.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern University Laoag
Laoag City03-2005
Skills
Visual field testing
Ophthalmic imaging
Electronic medical records
Insurance verification
HIPAA
Medical history taking
Color vision testing
Fundus photography
Pachymetry testing
Intraocular pressure measurement
Chart documentation
Vision testing
Appointment management
Medication administration
Ocular measurements
Patient relations
Ophthalmic equipment expertise
Medical history obtainment
Certification
Board of Nursing Philippines- passed
Timeline
Ophthalmology Technician
McMann Eye Institute
12.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern University Laoag