Maryen Moncada

• Assisted with scheduling appointments and patient registration.
• Provided support to clinicians in the form of administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and copying documents.
• Performed data entry into practice management software systems.
• Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to appropriate areas or personnel.
• Answered incoming calls from patients regarding medical questions or concerns.
• Maintained accurate records of patient visits, including diagnosis codes and treatment plans.
• Prepared examination rooms by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment was functioning properly.
• Assisted clinicians with procedures such as taking vital signs, drawing blood, collecting urine samples, checking insulin pumps and glucose monitors.
• Ensured all medical charts were up to date prior to clinician's review of patient visit notes.
• Scheduled follow-up appointments for patients after their initial visit.
• Assisted with ordering medical supplies as needed.
• Tracked lab results and communicated any findings to clinicians or patients as required.
• Monitored expiration dates on medications stored in clinic storage area.
• Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
• Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
• Recorded vital signs, weight and patient information in electronic health records system.
• Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
• Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
• Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
• Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
• Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.

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• Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
• Observed pupils, visual acuteness, and extra-ocular movements to check patient status.
• Advised patients on ocular medications, dressings and contact lenses.
• Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
• Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
• Analyzed test results and contributed to diagnostic discussions.
• Wrote, edited and filed patient medical records, maintaining confidentiality.
• Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests.
• Counseled patients in surgery and treatment plans.
• Sanitized ultrasonic instruments and equipment to avoid spread of disease.
• Authorized refills for patient prescriptions, keeping careful track of all medications and side effects.
• Educated patients on conditions, explaining treatment options and possible medication side effects.
• Assisted physicians in operating room, handing over tools and supplies and cutting sutures.
• Explained procedures in easy-to-understand terminology to patients and their families.
• Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
• Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.
• Conducted tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
• Checked inventory levels and ordered supplies, medications and materials to meet expected demand.
• Measured corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in diagnosis of conditions such as astigmatism.
• Took anatomical or functional ocular measurements of eye or surrounding tissue, including axial length measurements.
• Promoted healing and patient satisfaction by delivering detailed instructions for pre- and post-op eye care to patients as directed by physicians.
• uses of many cutting-edge diagnostic devices to acquire accurate and relevant about the patients’ eyes. There are multiple diagnostic devices in the office as the tonometer, IOL, OCT, VISUAL FIELD, LIPIVIEW. Standard care devices are used in all patient exams. Advanced care devices are used when ordered and relevant to a patient’s impression and plan. Surgical care devices are used for patients scheduled to have (cataract) surgery.

• Explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and families in easily understood terminology.
• Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and family members.
• Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
• Prescribed medications, explaining side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert to potential issues
• Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
• Diagnosed and treated patients with MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
• Referred patients to outside specialists or hospital admission for more advanced care.
• Evaluated nursing notes to confirm accuracy of care provided and patient responses.
• Assessed notes by nursing staff for accuracy, completion, services rendered and patient responses.
• Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
• Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
• Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
• Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
• Maintained awareness of advances in modern medicine, including computerized diagnostic equipment, data processing technology, sanitation protocol and life support machinery.
• Reviewed patient vitals, current complaints and case details to fully understand symptoms and accurately assess conditions.
• Consulted with specialists and referred patients for more advanced support based on individual needs.
• Prescribed medications and other therapeutic interventions to treat and prevent different illnesses.
• Administered palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
• Implemented treatment plans for disorders involving internal body systems, including heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.
• Examined patients and recorded medical histories to use in health assessments and help determine conditions.
• Referred patients with serious medical conditions and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.