MARIE GROGAN
Riverton,UT
Summary
Ophthalmic professional with comprehensive foundation in assisting with eye examinations and treatments. Adept at providing exceptional patient care while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic clinical environments, ensuring consistent, high-quality results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Moran Eye Center
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted ophthalmologists with patient examinations, including performing routine tests (visual acuity, tonometry, and refraction) to assess eye health.
- Took patient histories and documented key medical information, including symptoms, medical conditions, and medications.
- Prepared patients for major and minor ophthalmic procedures including corneal and laser treatments, while maintaining sterile environments
- Conducted imaging tests such as fundus photography, OCT, and visual field testing to assist in diagnosing eye conditions.
- Managed patient flow, scheduling appointments, and ensuring timely delivery of care
Teaching Assistant, Human Anatomy
University of Utah
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted in the preparation and delivery of lectures and lab sessions, enhancing student understanding of human anatomy concepts.
- Facilitated hands-on learning in lab environments, guiding students through dissections and helping them identify anatomical structures.
- Graded quizzes, assignments, and practical exams, providing constructive feedback to students to improve academic performance.
- Held weekly office hours to offer one-on-one support, clarifying complex topics and helping students with exam preparation.
- Maintained lab safety protocols, ensuring students followed proper procedures when handling specimens and equipment.
Volunteer
The Sharing Place
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Facilitated group grief counseling sessions for children and families, providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals to express their emotions following the loss of a loved one.
- Created and led age-appropriate activities (e.g., art therapy, storytelling, memory books) to help children process grief and encourage emotional expression.
- Taught coping strategies such as relaxation techniques, mindfulness, and journaling to help participants manage grief-related emotions.
- Provided grief education, helping participants understand the normal course of grief and addressing common misconceptions about the grieving process.
- Fostered peer support and community building, encouraging families to share their experiences and offer mutual support in a group setting.
Health Care Assistant
Huntsman Cancer Institute
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided direct, compassionate care to patients, including assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Measured and recorded vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rate) to assist in patient assessments and report any changes to the nursing team.
- Assisted patients with movement, including repositioning, transferring between beds and chairs, and ambulation,
- Monitored patient comfort and provided emotional support
- Followed strict infection control and safety procedures, including hand hygiene, sterilization of equipment, and proper disposal of medical waste.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Pre-Medical Studies
University of Utah
01.2021
High School Diploma -
Mount Olympus Preparatory Academy
01.2016
Skills
- Adaptable
- Critical Thinker
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Communication
- Organized
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Self-Sufficient
- Responsible
- Listener
- Detail-Oriented
- Trustworthy Professional
- Surgical assisting
- Patient care
- Medical terminology
Certification
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, 10/01/22
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Moran Eye Center
01.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant, Human Anatomy
University of Utah
01.2018 - 12.2018
Volunteer
The Sharing Place
01.2018 - 12.2018
Health Care Assistant
Huntsman Cancer Institute
01.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Pre-Medical Studies
University of Utah
High School Diploma -
Mount Olympus Preparatory Academy
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