Kimberly Duffy
Altoona,PA
Summary
To acquire a position, assisting in patient care, specializing as a Medical Office Assistant.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care and Surgery
10.2018 - Current
- Schedule cataract surgeries and provide pre and post operative information to the patient.
- Answer and return patient phone calls and triage appropriately.
- Scan and fax patient demographics, medical history to surgery center.
- Make copies, assemble surgery packets with correct paperwork, then fax to the surgical center.
- Schedule patient appointments and complete/update demographics.
- Electronically send patient prescriptions to pharmacies.
- Open/prepare electronic progress notes for scheduled patients.
- Obtain and document the patient’s chief complaint, medical history and medications using electronic medical records.
- Perform the patient’s preliminary eye exam which includes Visual Acuity, Autorefraction, Intraocular Pressure, Confrontational Visual Fields, Checking Pupils and then properly documenting information into the electronic health record.
- Perform all ophthalmic testing as requested by the provider including: Manifest Refractions, Optical Coherence Tomography, Optos Retinal Imaging, Corneal Pachymetry, Lenstar Biometry, Corneal Topography, Visual Field Testing.
- Check inventory and stock supplies in the front and back office.
- Keep exam rooms and working areas neat, clean and fully stocked.
- Train new ophthalmic assistants.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Altoona Ophthalmology Associates
08.1997 - 10.2018
- Obtain and document the patient’s chief complaint, medical history and medications.
- Perform the patient’s preliminary eye exam which included Visual Acuity, Autorefraction, Intraocular Pressure, Confrontational Visual Fields, Checking Pupils and then properly documenting information into the medical record.
- Perform all ophthalmic testing as requested by the provider including: Manifest Refractions, Optical Coherence Tomography, Corneal Pachymetry and Schirmer Tear Test.
- Specialized in pediatric preliminary eye exams.
- Keep exam rooms and working areas neat, clean, and fully stocked.
- Order back-office supplies.
- Make phone calls to other doctor's offices regarding mutual patients.
- Minor surgical, laser and chairside assistance.
Certified Medical Assistant
Keystone Eye Care
01.1997 - 08.1997
- Check patients in and out for their eye examinations, including collecting copays.
- Answer and return phone calls and triage appropriately.
- Schedule patient appointments.
- Obtain and document the patient’s chief complaint including complete medical history.
- Perform routine optometric screening tests.
- Glasses repair and adjustments.
Certified Medical Assistant
Southern Cove Medical Associates
08.1996 - 01.1997
- Obtain history of present illness and medical history.
- Assist physicians with exams.
- Assess, monitor, record vital signs.
- Administer vaccines.
- Draw blood.
Education
Associate in Specialized Business Degree - Medical Assistant
Central Penn College
Summerdale, PASkills
A reliable, team oriented person who is also able to work independently
Compliant with HIPAA and privacy guidelines to ensure patient information is protected
Flawless chart documentation
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
Maintains an efficient and organized work area
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and multi-task easily
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers and staff members
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care and Surgery
10.2018 - Current
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Altoona Ophthalmology Associates
08.1997 - 10.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Keystone Eye Care
01.1997 - 08.1997
Certified Medical Assistant
Southern Cove Medical Associates
08.1996 - 01.1997
Associate in Specialized Business Degree - Medical Assistant
Central Penn College