LaShana Keene
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with background in medical assistance, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possessing skills in patient care, medical record keeping, Clinical and Sterilization procedures. I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, with exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and as a team player quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Advance Medical Support Assistant (Full-time)
Veterans Affairs Hospital
Indianapolis, Indiana
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted with the scheduling of patient appointments and follow-up visits.
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical history, medications, test results, and other pertinent information in electronic health record system.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, photocopying and scanning documents.
- Answered phone calls from patients or healthcare providers and responded to inquiries professionally.
- Verified patient insurance coverage for services rendered at the facility.
Lead Ophthalmic Medical Technician ( Full-time)
Community Eye Centers
Indianapolis, Indiana
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed patient screenings, including visual acuity tests and intraocular pressure measurements.
- Assisted ophthalmologists in performing advanced diagnostic procedures such as slit lamp examinations, fundus photography, fluorescein angiography, and laser treatments.
- Administered medications to patients pre-and post-operatively.
- Maintained inventory of all medical supplies in the clinic.
- Instructed patients on proper use of prescribed medications related to ocular care.
- Monitored patient progress during follow-up visits and reported any changes to the physician immediately.
- Prepared examination rooms with appropriate instruments prior to each patient visit.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care needs.
Ophthalmic Surgical Technician (Full-time)
Greenberg Lasik
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Corneal Preliminary work up ophthalmic testing
- Prepare operating room with necessary instruments and supplies for procedures.
- Dilation, Refraction, Corneal Topography, Visual Acuity, Pentacam and preparing them for surgery
- Assist surgeon during procedures by passing instruments and other materials.
- Set up sterile field for procedures
- Administered medications as ordered by physician or surgeon prior to surgery.
- Pre-operative and Post-operative care
- Clean and Sterilize surgical instruments
Ophthalmic Technician (Full-time)
Bennett and Bloom Eyecare Partners
Louisville , KY
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Assisted ophthalmologists with patient examinations and surgeries.
- Performed visual acuity tests, tonometry, refraction and other vision tests.
- Administered eye drops to patients as directed by physician.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Forniss Optometric
Indianapolis, Indiana
06.2008 - 08.2018
- Preliminary ophthalmic testing
- Assisted ophthalmologists in performing advanced diagnostic procedures , examinations, fundus photography, fluorescein angiography, and laser treatments.
- Administered medications to patients pre-and post-operatively.
- Scheduling Patient
- Insurance Verification
- Optical sales,fitting and adjustment
- Provided instruction on contact lens insertion and removal techniques and answered questions regarding contact lens hygiene practices.
- Maintained inventory of all medical supplies in the clinic.
- Documented patient histories, test results and treatment plans in electronic health records system.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly calibrated and maintained according to manufacturer guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis02-2010
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Indianapolis, IN05-1987
Skills
- Handles instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures during Lasik and Cataract surgery
- Sterilization of containment instruments
- Exam Room Preparation and Sterilization
- Administers eye drops (Dilation)and medication
- Operates Laser equipment for diagnostic treatment:Laser 400,Corneal Topography,Pentacam,Refraction, Tonometry, Pachymetry, Fundus Photography
- Set up sterile field with items for procedure
- Pre-operative and Post-operative instructions
- Proficient in patient scheduling
- Inventory and Restocking OR and Exam rooms
- Observe and Assist needs of surgeon
- Medical Terminology
- Patient scheduling RTC,CTM,RMS,SSI
Reference
- LaDonna Johnson. Ladonna.johnson3@va.gov 317-590-9034
- Cassidy Fitzwater Cassidy Fritzwater@va.gov 317-988-3002
- Micah Sarabyn 317-665-8830
- Beth Rich. 317-590-5371
- Robert O'Neal 317-546-6569
Timeline
Advance Medical Support Assistant (Full-time)
Veterans Affairs Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Lead Ophthalmic Medical Technician ( Full-time)
Community Eye Centers
10.2022 - 12.2023
Ophthalmic Surgical Technician (Full-time)
Greenberg Lasik
02.2018 - 11.2021
Ophthalmic Technician (Full-time)
Bennett and Bloom Eyecare Partners
02.2018 - 11.2021
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Forniss Optometric
06.2008 - 08.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
North Central High School