Jodi Grenier
Greendale,WI
Summary
Skilled Ophthalmic Technician with extensive hands-on experience in patient preparation, vision testing, and in-office procedures. Strong in medical charting, communication and team collaboration, with a focus on accurate results, efficient workflow, and patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Ophthalmology Associates, S.c
Greenfield, Wisconsin
10.2015 - Current
- Collected ocular imaging, performed surgical testing, assisted with in-office procedures, and provided patient education.
- Measured visual acuity, refraction, pupil response, intraocular pressure, and dilation.
- Assisted physicians during slit lamp and retinal examinations.
- Ran diagnostic tests using ophthalmic equipment.
- Prepared patients for ophthalmology exams.
- Collected medical histories and vision concerns.
- Explained exam steps and follow-up care to patients.
- Cleaned, sterilized, and maintained ophthalmic instruments per protocol.
Surgical Technologist - Cardiac
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
09.2011 - 11.2012
- Passed surgical instruments to the lead surgeon during procedures. and sterile supplies during operations.
- Assisted with patient positioning and surgical draping.
- Counted sponges, needles, and instruments to ensure accuracy and safety during procedures.
- Maintained aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Prepared operating room with sterile instruments and supplies.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures.
- Communicated with surgical team to facilitate smooth operations and enhance collaboration.
Operating Room Assistant - Cardiac
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
05.2008 - 09.2011
- Managed operating room turnover and setup for surgical procedures to ensure timely readiness.
- Supported nursing and surgical teams with case prep and room readiness.
- Facilitated safe transfer of patients and medical supplies, enhancing clinical operations.
- Set up specialized equipment for procedures such as lasers or endoscopes.
- Decontaminated, washed, rebuilt, and sterilized instrument sets to maintain high safety standards.
- Collected instruments and routed items to sterilization and decontamination units.
- Built and prepared case carts.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI12-1999
Skills
- Patient preparation
- Medical charting
- Telephone triage
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Patient relationship
- Team player
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Ophthalmology Associates, S.c
10.2015 - Current
Surgical Technologist - Cardiac
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
09.2011 - 11.2012
Operating Room Assistant - Cardiac
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
05.2008 - 09.2011
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College