Katerine Matute-Posadas
Experienced Eye Care Professional
Delran,NJ
Summary
Skilled Ophthalmic Medical Technician with experience in supporting ophthalmologists by conducting diagnostic tests, maintaining sophisticated eye care equipment, and providing patient education on procedures and eye care. Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and best practices within fast-paced clinical settings. Strong interpersonal skills enhance patient comfort and trust, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Efficiently managed workflow and patient scheduling, resulting in smoother clinic operations and enhanced productivity.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Ophthalmic Technician
Ralph Lanciano D.O.
Pennsauken, New Jersey
06.2026 - Current
- Performed ophthalmic testing workflow, including visual acuity, refraction, angle chamber checks, and IOP measurement with Goldman applanation and Tono-Pen.
- Supported in-office procedures, including foreign body removal, chalazion removal, and gonioscopy with accurate clinical assistance.
- Administered medications per provider orders before selected examinations or treatments.
- Renewed contact lens prescription and fitted new contact lens wearers and instructed patients on proper contact lens care, insertion, and removal.
- Coordinated prescription routing to pharmacies and scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure timely patient care.
- Managed patient intake by documenting histories and chief complaints.
- Managed phone inquiries, coordinated appointment schedules, and facilitated patient check-in to enhance front desk efficiency.
- Trained new staff on ophthalmic equipment and techniques to improve team competency and service quality.
- Ordered contact lenses, medications, and office supplies.
Optician
Centreville Eye Care Center, Optometrists
Centreville, Virginia
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Validated prescriptions and confirmed lens specifications before order placement.
- Guided patients through frame selection based on facial fit and vision requirements.
- Calibrated eyeglass frames for comfort, alignment, and proper wear.
- Educated patients on lens options, frame styles, materials, coatings, and accessories.
- Trained patients on contact lens insertion, removal, cleaning, care, and safe handling.
- Performed frame repairs and adjustments to meet customer needs.
- Managed optical inventory across frames, lenses, and contact lens supplies.
- Coordinated appointments, verified insurance coverage, maintained accurate patient records, and assisted with preliminary testing.
- Contributed to visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography, and pre-exam data collection.
- Managed patient reception, check-in and check-out, appointment scheduling, phone support, and front desk assistance.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
New View Eye Center
Reston, Virginia
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Collected comprehensive patient histories and clarified vision concerns to support accurate provider exams.
- Completed patient screenings, including visual acuity testing, intraocular pressure measurement, and refraction.
- Sanitized instruments and organized exam rooms to uphold ophthalmology safety standards and ensure patient comfort.
- Used Nextech EHR software for accurate data entry and patient record documentation.
- Educated patients on proper contact lens insertion, removal, and hygiene practices while addressing their inquiries.
- Performed diagnostic testing, including OCT visual fields, fundus photography, topography, and biometry.
- Assisted during laser procedures such as SLT, YAG, cap/LPI, PRK, and LASIK.
- Supported in-office procedures such as foreign body removal, chalazion care, amniotic membrane placement, punctum plugs, and cosmetic Botox procedures.
Medical Receptionist
For Eyes, Amy Sheffield O.D.
Delran, NJ
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Coordinated eye exam scheduling while verifying vision insurance and patient demographics.
- Managed patient and medical office calls with accurate, professional responses.
- Maintained smooth office operations through courteous communication and strict confidential handling.
- Handled co-payment collection and patient check-in paperwork processing.
- Organized fax retrieval and document uploads into patient charts to support clinical workflow.
- Completed preliminary eye exams, including visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Supported optometrist with glaucoma testing and retinal imaging procedures.
- Provided patient education on correct contact lens and eyeglass use.
- Trained new staff on optometric testing processes and clinic protocols.
- Reviewed and processed insurance claims by confirming coverage with EyeMed, VSP, VBA, NVA, March Vision, Davis/Spectera, plus BCBS, Aetna, UHC, and additional medical carriers.
Optometric Tech/Apprentice Optician
Optic One
Cinnaminson, NJ
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Measured visual acuity and ocular pressure during patient visits.
- Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
- Instructed patients on how to properly use contact lenses or eyeglasses.
- Conducted inventory management for optical frames, lenses, and contact lens supplies.
- Assisted in the adaptation of eyewear, making adjustments for fit and comfort.
- Processed insurance claims, verifying coverage and explaining benefits to patients.
- Repaired damaged frames and replaced worn eyewear parts.
- Processed payments for products or services rendered.
- Verified patient's prescription accuracy prior to dispensing eyewear.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Riverside, NJ06-2020
Skills
- Ophthalmic assessments
- Refraction techniques
- Slit-lamp biomicroscopy
- IOL Master Operation
- Contact lens fitting
- Eyewear dispensing
- Lens verification
- Frame adjustment
- Optical measurements
- Anatomy and physiology
- Ophthalmic terminology
- Optical terminology
- Insurance verification
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Patient education
Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Senior Ophthalmic Technician
Ralph Lanciano D.O.
06.2026 - Current
Optician
Centreville Eye Care Center, Optometrists
08.2023 - 05.2026
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
New View Eye Center
10.2022 - 08.2023
Medical Receptionist
For Eyes, Amy Sheffield O.D.
03.2022 - 10.2022
Optometric Tech/Apprentice Optician
Optic One
09.2020 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School