Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Language
Interests
Timeline
Community Service
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
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LAISHA JASSO

Alamo,TX

Summary

Current student developing skills in patient care and clinical assistance within fast-paced medical environment. Demonstrating proficiency in managing patient data, operating medical equipment, and supporting healthcare professionals. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can drive positive outcomes and continuous improvement.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Ophthalmic Assistant

GULF COAST EYE INSTITUTE (McAllen/Weslaco)
06.2023 - 09.2025
  • Assisted optometrist in conducting comprehensive eye exams, documenting patient history and symptoms
  • Administered diagnostic tests such as tonometry, retinoscopy, and keratometry to assess ocular health
  • Prepared patients for specialized procedures like Cataract Evaluations
  • Maintained accurate electronic medical records of patient information, test results, and treatment plans
  • Educated patients on proper eyewear care and usage, providing recommendations based on their lifestyle needs
  • Assisted in fitting specialty contact lenses for patients with conditions like astigmatism or keratoconus
  • Assisted ophthalmologist/optometrist with scribing
  • Prep injections for any retinal treatment
  • Provided support during minor surgical procedures such as foreign body removal or punctal plug insertion under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist

Optometric Technician

Dr. Scott and Associates
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Pre-screen patients and prepare them for optometrist
  • Schedule appointments for patients
  • Help fit patient's into contact lenses
  • Conduct optomap and OCT exams for retinal imaging

Education

Associate of Science - Health Science

South College

Associate of Science - Vision Science

University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Language
  • Ophthalmic terminology
  • Patient care
  • EHR expertise
  • Ophthalmic imaging
  • Ophthalmic instrument maintenance
  • OCT scanning
  • Scribe expertise
  • Electronic health records management
  • Chart documentation

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 10 staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing. (ex: cam 360 made by bio tissue)
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Language

Spanish (Bilingual)

Interests

  • Knitting and Crocheting
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Reading

Timeline

Ophthalmic Assistant

GULF COAST EYE INSTITUTE (McAllen/Weslaco)
06.2023 - 09.2025

Optometric Technician

Dr. Scott and Associates
10.2022 - 02.2023

Associate of Science - Health Science

South College

Associate of Science - Vision Science

University of The Incarnate Word

Community Service

Gulf Cost Eye Institute, OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT(SHADOWING), Harlingen, Texas, 2021-10, 2022-02, Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician. Greet and log in patients arriving at office or clinic., Schedule appointments for patients., Assist patients to select eyewear., Conduct tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

  • Front desk
  • Optometry office
  • Optometric Technician