Uprise EHR
Juan Canizales
Optometrist
Indian Land,South Carolina
Summary
Productive and personable Optometrist excelling in patient care with 20 years of diverse experience and settings. Skilled with multiple Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, trained in tele-health exams and medical examination integration software. Proficient in eye health patient evaluation across and within full scope of practice to facilitate proper diagnosis and treatment, patient well-being and optimize business needs. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Optometrist
NC Doctors of Optometry PLLC at VisionWorks
07.2023 - Current
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Provided exceptional patient care, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients and helping increase online reviews.
- Experience with Eyefinity EHR, Harmony, Optos, RDx and OCT.
Independent Contractor Optometrist
Juan Canizales OD PLLC
09.2014 - 07.2024
- Contracts with private optometry practices, ophthalmology practice and Lasik Vision Institute.
- Experience with OfficeMate EHR, Revoluation EHR, OCT, Alcon Allegretto ex500 Wavelight Excimer Laser, Contoura, Orbscan and
- Identified new business opportunities through networking events, online platforms, or word-of-mouth referrals.
- Addressed emergency ocular situations such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate followup.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring clear communication of contract scope and expectations for both parties.
Interim Clinical Director for Part III NBEO
National Boards of Examiners in Optometry
02.2020 - 06.2024
- Directed the testing center staff of15 for the examination of Optometry candidates for Part III National Boards.
- Use of critical thinking and problem solving during short allotted time for cohort test group.
- Uphold all security protocols for the safeguarding of test integrity.
In-House Examiner
National Board of Examiners in Optometry
10.2013 - 06.2024
- Served as a subject matter expert in Councils and Committees for the validity, evolution and audits of Part II Clinical Exam of NBEO.
- Provided clear explanations of decisions made during examinations, enhancing transparency between applicants and organization.
- Assisted in the development of training materials, improving examiner knowledge and skillsets.
- Maintained compliance with testing security protocols and candidate anonymity.
- Assisted with feedback on subject matter information, test process and technology for new examination Patient Encounter and Performance Skills (PEPS) development.
Optometrist
North Carolina Primary Vision Care Association
06.2021 - 06.2023
- America's Best Glasses and Contact Lenses
- Provided exceptional patient care, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients and colleagues alike.
- Experience with proprietary EHR, Harmony, and FDT Visual Field.
Optometrist
C Clearly Eye Care Optometry PA
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Closed due to COVID Pandemic
- Co-Owner and Managing Partner of two locations.
- HIPPA Compliance Officer
- Prepared quarterly income/expenses reports.
- Training of support staff members to maintain high-quality patient care standards within the practice.
- Experience with proprietary Cloud-based EHR, Optos, Square POS and appointment scheduling software.
Medical Optometrist
Carolina Eye Care (Now Triangle Vision Optometry)
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures in ophthalmology practice adjacent to CaroMont Hospital.
- Procedures include Amniotic Membranes, Blephex, puntal plugs and gonioscopy.
- Ordering of testing including MRI, CT, blood labs, carotid ultrasounds, heart echo, temporal artery biopsies and x-rays.
- Experience with Nextech EHR, OCT, Humphery Visual Fields, Uprise EHR by VisionWeb and Epic EHR.
- Provided emergency ocular situations such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate followup.
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
Nova Southeastern College of Optometry
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 07.2001 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Vision Science
Nova Southeastern College of Optometry
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 07.2001 - 07.2003
No Degree - Biology, Chemistry And Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, Fl05-2001
Skills
- Pre and Post Operative care in Refractive, Cataract and Glaucoma surgeries
- Record keeping
- Professional demeanor and teamwork
- Critical thinking and Problem-solving abilities
- Professional ethics
Additional Information
- Optometry Licenses in North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. Currently applying for Texas and New York licenses.
- Applying for Certification in Injection, Laser and Surgical Procedures. Courses taken in Surgical Procedures for the Optometric Physician, Laser Therapy for the Anterior Segment and IM/IV Injections Workshop.
Affiliations
- Logistics and SECO University committee for Southeastern Council of Optometrist.
Software
Revolution EHR
OfficeMateEHR
Nextech EHR
Eyefinity EHR
Epic
Other Proprietary
Harmony Integration
Topcon RDx
Timeline
Optometrist
NC Doctors of Optometry PLLC at VisionWorks
07.2023 - Current
Optometrist
North Carolina Primary Vision Care Association
06.2021 - 06.2023
Interim Clinical Director for Part III NBEO
National Boards of Examiners in Optometry
02.2020 - 06.2024
Optometrist
C Clearly Eye Care Optometry PA
06.2019 - 07.2021
Medical Optometrist
Carolina Eye Care (Now Triangle Vision Optometry)
06.2018 - 07.2021
Independent Contractor Optometrist
Juan Canizales OD PLLC
09.2014 - 07.2024
In-House Examiner
National Board of Examiners in Optometry
10.2013 - 06.2024
Doctor of Optometry -
Nova Southeastern College of Optometry
07.2001 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Vision Science
Nova Southeastern College of Optometry
07.2001 - 07.2003
No Degree - Biology, Chemistry And Psychology
Florida International University
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