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Kimberly Bielec

Crosby,TX

Summary

Ophthalmic care professional with thorough patient care and eye health. Years of ophthalmic care, diagnostic testing, exam preparation and patient history. Skilled in visual acuity assessments, tonometry, refraction and medication management, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. Brings strong organizational and communication skills to ensure efficient clinic operations and superior patient support. Very dependable, honest and compassionate person.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Ophthalmic Technician

Berkeley Eye Center
01.2023 - Current
  • Triaged phone calls, ophthalmic eye medication refills and answered any questions or patients concerns in timely matter.
  • Performed thorough medical history assessments as part of the pre-examination process for new and established patients.
  • 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.
  • Assessed visual acuity using various testing methods such as Snellen charts or autorefractors, contributing to accurate diagnoses.
  • Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
  • Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss. OCT nerve and macula testing to rule out or monitor eye diseases.
  • Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
  • Refraction of patients to help determine new eye glasses or contact lens.
  • Provided timely follow-up care for post-operative patients, ensuring successful recovery and addressing any complications promptly.

Ophthalmic Technician/Patient Services Coordinator

Fichte, Endl, and Elmer Eyecare
01.1998 - 02.2021
  • Patient/doctor testing preparations, dilation, refract, and medical history for eye exams.
  • Lasik, cataracts, retina, and glaucoma care and testing.
  • Experience in surgical counseling and surgical department of cataract and other facial surgeries.
  • Medication/pharmacy management.
  • Triage and patient services, handling of triage situations for further care or treatments.
  • Prior authorizations of eye medication, MRI's CT Scans and other special testing needed.
  • Inventory management of office and medical supplies.
  • Pre Operative testing for cataract surgery. A and B Scans, Iol Testing, Manual K's, OCT Nerve/Macula Mapping, Fundus Photos.
  • Medical records/Document control.
  • Managed Disability and Worker's Comp Cases.
  • Special Projects.
  • MD/OD Scribe.

Lab Aide, Special Projects, Customer Services

Life Technologies
02.1994 - 01.1998

Handled and worked with life science products for cell, protein and molecular biology technologies in lab, shipping and customer service department.

  • Properly labeled specimens to help each be easily identifiable by lab staff.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring all equipment was properly sanitized and stored.
  • Assisted in the completion of research projects by preparing samples, conducting tests, and recording data accurately.
  • Provided training for new lab personnel on proper techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage as needed.
  • Improved lab safety by consistently adhering to standard operating procedures and reporting any violations or potential hazards.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication with colleagues and displaying a strong commitment to teamwork.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.

Lab Aide

Ohmtek, Inc
07.1984 - 01.1994
  • Manufactured semiconductors and electronic components for government aircrafts.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Management

Bryant And Stratton College
Getzville, NY
05-1991

Skills

  • Patient Care and Support
  • Medical History Documentation
  • Chart documentation
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Patient Exam Preparations and Testing
  • Team Player, self driven and self motivated
  • Hard Worker and Very Dependable
  • Strong Organizational and Communicational Skills

Timeline

Ophthalmic Technician

Berkeley Eye Center
01.2023 - Current

Ophthalmic Technician/Patient Services Coordinator

Fichte, Endl, and Elmer Eyecare
01.1998 - 02.2021

Lab Aide, Special Projects, Customer Services

Life Technologies
02.1994 - 01.1998

Lab Aide

Ohmtek, Inc
07.1984 - 01.1994

Associate of Science - Business Management

Bryant And Stratton College
Kimberly Bielec