Katie Garton
Holly Ridge,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Strong background in ophthalmology and medical terminology. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Retina Specialty Institute
02.2012 - 09.2013
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Ophthalmic Technician
Select Eyecare
09.2010 - 02.2012
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- 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.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Administered a-scan biometry test before patient cataract surgeries to measure size and shape of affected eye.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
Ophthalmic Technician
Atlantic Retina Center
08.2008 - 09.2010
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.
- Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
Education
Certificate - Medical Insurance Coding
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA08.2023
High School Diploma -
Wicomico High School
Salisbury, MD05.2005
Skills
- Preliminary Testing
- Ophthalmology Testing
- Medical History Obtainment
- Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
- Patient Information Documentation
- Chart Documentation
- Active Listening
- Ophthalmologist Support
- Reading Comprehension
- Telephone Triage
- Patient Examination
- Laser Surgery Assistance
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Retina Specialty Institute
02.2012 - 09.2013
Ophthalmic Technician
Select Eyecare
09.2010 - 02.2012
Ophthalmic Technician
Atlantic Retina Center
08.2008 - 09.2010
Certificate - Medical Insurance Coding
Penn Foster Career School
High School Diploma -
Wicomico High School
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