Kara Hall
Cordova,AL
Summary
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with 3 years of experience supporting care excellence in busy one Doctor ophthalmology clinic. Expert in cataract evaluations, refractions, and ocular mobility testing, contributing to patient care and wellness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Assistant
The Eye Center Of Alabama
Jasper, AL
02.2018 - Current
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments, focusing on patient comfort.
- Obtained and recorded patient medical history and past ocular history.
- Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instructed patient in care of use of various types of contact lenses, demonstrating insertion, removal and cleaning.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Prepare patient and assist Physician with minor procedures practicing sterilization
- Clean surgical instruments using a Autoclave
- Measured corneal curvature using keratometer to determine axis and extent of astigmatism.
- Performed lensometry and sit-lamp examinations.
Medical Receptionist
The Eye Center Of Alabama
Jasper, AL
02.2018 - Current
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Referred and screened patients to make best use of resources, triage staff and serve community members.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Maintained successful office flow while switching computer systems
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Medical Records Clerk
Family Health Associates
Jasper, AL
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state and federal law.
- Created new medical records and retrieved existing medical records by gathering appropriate record folders and contents and assigning and recording new record numbers.
- Delivered charts to assigned areas of office by following established routing procedures.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness and security for medical records and health information.
- Secured medical records against loss or unauthorized access.
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
Jasper, AL
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories and merchandise care.
- Supervised changing rooms, rehanging unwanted merchandise and supporting loss prevention initiatives.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Snead State Community College
Boaz, AL05.2017
High School Diploma -
Cordova High School
Cordova, AL05.2015
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Cataract Surgery
- Insurance Eligibility
- Ocular Measuring
- Diagnostic Evaluation
- Ophthalmology Testing
Timeline
Ophthalmic Assistant
The Eye Center Of Alabama
02.2018 - Current
Medical Receptionist
The Eye Center Of Alabama
02.2018 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
Family Health Associates
10.2017 - 02.2018
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
06.2017 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - General Studies
Snead State Community College
High School Diploma -
Cordova High School
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