Angela Nicholas
Jonesboro,GA
Summary
Highly motivated Lead Optometrist Technician with 10 years of experience and expertise in vision testing. Boasting a track record of being a safety-driven professional while assisting physicians with special procedures and performing difficult examinations. Known for exemplary workplace focus and administrative organization. Competent in use of Revolution (Ehr/EMR), Practice Pal, TAB, and proficient in clerical writing and record keeping to meet practice goals. Polished individual successful at treating all patients with respect and compassion. Seek position with established hospital or other facility.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometric Technician
Unique Family Eye Care LLC
Union City, GA
02.2024 - Current
- Performed preliminary eye exams, including visual acuity tests and color vision tests.
- Assisted optometrist with more complex procedures, such as glaucoma testing and retinal imaging.
- Checked patient records for accuracy and updated them when necessary.
- Scheduled appointments for patients according to their needs and preferences.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sterilizing instruments after each use.
- Provided guidance to patients regarding the selection of frames, lenses, and other eyewear accessories based on their individual requirements.
- Educated patients about the importance of regular eye exams and preventive care measures.
- Prepared invoices for services rendered and collected payments from patients.
- Filed paperwork in accordance with HIPAA regulations and office protocols.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in a professional manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Verified prescriptions written by doctors prior to filling orders.
- Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
Optometrist Technician
Superior Eye Care
Fayetteville, GA
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed preliminary eye exams, including visual acuity tests and color vision tests.
- Instructed patients on proper contact lens care and insertion and removal techniques.
- Evaluated patient's eyeglass prescriptions for accuracy.
- Verified insurance coverage information prior to appointments.
- Ordered necessary supplies and maintained inventory levels.
- Assisted optometrist in performing ophthalmic procedures such as foreign body removal or glaucoma testing.
- Administered diagnostic medications to eyes under the direction of an optometrist.
- Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
- Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
Lead Optometrist Technician
Pearl Vision
Marietta, GA
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
- Supported optometrist with vision screenings and exams by prepping rooms with medical instruments.
- Posted refractor receipts, entered data into spreadsheets and alphabetized folders and invoices.
- Analyzed chart in preparation of patient engagement to review diagnostic testing, photos and preventive measures needed.
- Discussed problems, impairments and corrective lens prescriptions with patients to select proper corrective equipment.
- Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
- Supervised bank deposits and security procedures to support store opening and closing.
- Trained and helped supervise staff to develop and maintain store revenue, team customer service skills and product knowledge.
- Coordinated floor moves, merchandising and display maintenance and monitored floor stock to keep popular items available to buyers.
- Signed for incoming shipments in manager's absence.
- Connected with customers to provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.
- Set up visually appealing promotional displays.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts to provide input, feedback and coaching.
- Taught junior employees proactive strategies to meet operational and sales goals.
Lead Optometric Technician
Pearl Vision
Kennesaw, GA
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Supported optometrist with vision screenings and exams by prepping rooms with medical instruments.
- Examined eyes with instruments and pharmaceutical agents to determine visual acuity.
- Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
- Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
- Assisted with lens and glasses creation and packaging.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Optometric Technician
Pearl Vision
Sandy Springs, GA
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Calibrated equipment for optimal use and to obtain accurate diagnostic results.
- Collected, documented and reviewed patient medical histories and relayed important factors to supervising clinicians.
- Verified patient identities using prescribed protective measures to meet facility and regulatory requirements.
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant/Optometrist Technician
America's Best Contact and Eyeglasses
Morrow, GA
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Inventoried and ordered supplies for office.
- Managed inventory to ensure all supplies were in stock and within budget.
- Maintained accurate department and customer records.
Education
Certification - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Allied Health Personnel in Ophthamology
Online12.2022
Certification - Medical Billing And Coding
Med Tech - Ga
Morrow, GA03.2009
High School Diploma -
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL04.1997
Skills
- Documentation procedures expert
- Understands medical procedures
- Charting expertise
- Stocking supplies
- Patient scheduling
- Organization
- Active listening
- Medical billing
- Data entry
- Customer interaction
- Health and safety regulations
- Equipment maintenance
- Product inspections
- Information tracking
- Operation monitoring
- Distribution of Goods
Timeline
Optometric Technician
Unique Family Eye Care LLC
02.2024 - Current
Optometrist Technician
Superior Eye Care
03.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Optometrist Technician
Pearl Vision
06.2021 - 03.2023
Lead Optometric Technician
Pearl Vision
09.2018 - 05.2021
Optometric Technician
Pearl Vision
05.2017 - 09.2018
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant/Optometrist Technician
America's Best Contact and Eyeglasses
06.2014 - 08.2016
Certification - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Allied Health Personnel in Ophthamology
Certification - Medical Billing And Coding
Med Tech - Ga
High School Diploma -
Florida State College At Jacksonville
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