Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Kilmore Eye Associates
Mechanicsburg, PA
07.2022 - Current
Instructed and educated patients on prescriptions and provider instructions to optimize treatment plans.
Educated patients about eye care needs and safety practices related to vision health issues.
Transferred knowledge by training ophthalmic assistants, technicians and interns.
Communicated with patients to obtain and document medical histories.
Optometric Technician
Wheatlyn Eye Care
Manchester, PA
08.2019 - 07.2022
Analyzed chart in preparation of patient engagement to review diagnostic testing, photos and preventative measures needed.
Leveraged strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to relate successfully to diverse individuals, including patients and staff, on daily basis.
Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency of the patient services department.
Therapeutic Recreational Aide
Bucktail Medical Center
Renovo, PA
06.2016 - 05.2019
Assisted in the implementation of behavior management strategies for disruptive individuals.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop new ideas for recreational programming.
Provided support to individuals with disabilities during recreational activities.
Facilitated referrals to other professionals such as home health aides or geriatric specialists when needed.
Education
Master of Science - Human Services
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
03-2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
Mansfield, PA
05-2017
Skills
Customer Communication and Empathy
Logical reasoning
Customer Service
Interpersonal Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
Data entry abilities
Computer Literacy
Organized and detail-oriented
Excellent active listening
Problem-Solving
HIPAA Compliance
Records Management
Positive Attitude
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Kilmore Eye Associates
07.2022 - Current
Optometric Technician
Wheatlyn Eye Care
08.2019 - 07.2022
Therapeutic Recreational Aide
Bucktail Medical Center
06.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Human Services
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
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