Highly motivated professional with over 35 years experience in patient care and communications, seeking a position where i can utilize my skills to enhance, promote, and build success within an organization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmic Instructor
Unifeye Vision partners
Bloomington, MN
03.2023 - 01.2024
Monitored student behavior in order to maintain an effective teaching environment.
Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Implemented instructional materials and curriculum to meet specific program needs.
Participated in continuous learning on diversity, inclusion and racial equity to reduce learning barriers.
Observed and evaluated student performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
Ophthalimic Technician
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
06.2020 - 03.2021
Educated patients about eye care needs and safety practices related to vision health issues.
Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
Provided assistance in the preparation of equipment for procedures.
Documented patient care by charting patient condition and treatment in records.
Collected data from visual field testing, retinal imaging, corneal topography.
Analyzed test results and contributed to diagnostic discussions.
Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success.
Transferred knowledge by training ophthalmic assistants, technicians and interns.
Performed visual acuity tests, tonometry, refraction and other vision tests.
Assisted during in-office surgical procedures and collected ultrasound images.
Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.
Assisted ophthalmologists with patient examinations and surgeries.
Counseled patients in surgery and treatment plans.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Minnesota Eye Consultants
Bloomington, MN
07.1997 - 03.2020
Transferred knowledge by training ophthalmic assistants, technicians and interns.
Assisted during in-office surgical procedures and collected ultrasound images.
Provided direct assistance to physicians during surgical procedures or exams as needed.
Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success.
Participated in continuing education courses related to Ophthalmic Medical Technician practice standards.
Motivated and supported patients in navigating treatment for chronic eye conditions.
Observed pupils, visual acuteness and extra-ocular movements to check patient status.
Evaluated prescriptions along with clients' work and personal visual requirements.
Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.
Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
Educated patients about eye diseases, their diagnosis and treatment options available to them.
Determined most appropriate tools and treatments for specific eye problems.
Analyzed test results and contributed to diagnostic discussions.
Performed patient screenings, including visual acuity tests and intraocular pressure measurements.
Conducted tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
Counseled patients in surgery and treatment plans.
Answered phones calls promptly and responded appropriately to inquiries from patients or staff members.
Conducted research projects on various topics related to ocular health care.
Education
Zoology
Friends University
Wichita, KS
Skills
Classroom Management
Technology Integration
Learning Skills Development
Academic Instruction
Education Assessments
Curriculum Development
Class Instruction
Progress Evaluations
Collaborative Team Player
Student Rapport
Detailed Instruction
Lesson Planning
Student Evaluation
Cultural Sensitivity
Student Engagement
Diverse Student Populations
Interactive Teaching and Learning
Quizzes, Tests, and Exams
Innovative Teaching Methods
Affiliations
Animal rescue, community volunteer work
Certification
Certified Ophthalmic since 1997
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ophthalmic Instructor
Unifeye Vision partners
03.2023 - 01.2024
Ophthalimic Technician
Mayo Clinic
06.2020 - 03.2021
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Minnesota Eye Consultants
07.1997 - 03.2020
Zoology
Friends University
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