Kody Starke
Hurst
Summary
Dynamic Ophthalmic Technician with extensive experience at Northeast Eye Center, excelling in patient education and diagnostic equipment operation. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in electronic health records and inventory management, ensuring seamless clinic operations and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Northeast Eye Center
Hurst
04.2024 - 04.2026
- Assisted with patient examinations and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Operated diagnostic equipment, including tonometry and visual field testing devices.
- Educated patients on eye health and post-operative care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to prepare for surgeries and assist during procedures, ensuring smooth operations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Conducted preliminary assessments, including patient history and vision tests efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote patient safety.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing patient inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Performed visual acuity tests, tonometry, refraction and other vision tests.
- Operated diagnostic instruments, including optical coherence tomography and fundus cameras, to obtain accurate diagnostic results.
- Administered eye drops to patients according to physician instructions.
- Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests.
- Collected data from visual field testing, retinal imaging, corneal topography.
- Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
Ophthalmic Technician
Mohave Eye Center
Bullhead City
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Scheduled patient appointments and conducted intake by measuring temperature, pulse, oxygen levels, blood pressure, height, weight, and eye pressure.
- Administering drops for eye dilation, running diagnostics for imaging for the back of the eye, calibrating of diagnostic machines.
- Assisting the physician in minor surgical procedures, refilling patient medications through e-scripts, fax and phone.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient intake rooms to ensure a welcoming environment.
- Administrative duties include, obtaining insurance referrals, pre authorizations, billing patient's insurance, accounts payable, charting patient information.
- Managed company phone lines, handled messages, checked voicemails, and performed faxing and copying tasks.
- Ordered and tracked office and procedure supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels.
Security Guard
Harrah's Casino
Laughlin
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Escorted and observed guests and associates to ensure safety; identified safety hazards and reported to appropriate chain of command for resolution.
- Reviewed hazardous materials used on property and studied relevant laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
- Monitored casino premises to ensure guest and employee safety.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security threats.
- Responded swiftly to incidents, maintaining order and reporting details accurately.
Broadband Technician
Spectrum Cable
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Installed televisions, cables, routers, and IT devices to ensure connectivity and service quality.
- Dug and set ground cables to establish reliable network infrastructure.
- Troubleshot cable network issues to restore service and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Tied and bundled cables neatly to meet safety regulations.
- Completing paperwork such as timesheets, checklists, vehicle inspection reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gering High School
Gering, Nebraska01-2007
Skills
- Ophthalmology testing
- Visual field testing
- Vision testing
- Contact lens fitting
- Intake procedures
- Basic life support
- Fast-paced environment
- Office procedures
- Electronic health records
- Standard intake procedures
- Ophthalmic imaging
- Inventory management
- Patient support
- Medical supply management
- Microsoft Word
- Detail orientation
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- History documentation
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Medical history documentation
References
- Seth Engelhaupt, 308.641.2794
- Dr. Todd Jackson, 702.767.7048
- Ashley Drebitko, 702.249.9811
- Kim Jereza, 818.210.9045
- Dr. Andrew Ochiltree, 307.251.6502
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Northeast Eye Center
04.2024 - 04.2026
Ophthalmic Technician
Mohave Eye Center
01.2020 - 03.2024
Security Guard
Harrah's Casino
01.2019 - 01.2020
Broadband Technician
Spectrum Cable
01.2015 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Gering High School