Melinda Burton
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Efficient professional with training experience and a proven knowledge of pre- and post-op care. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill a Paraopticmetrics role at your company. I’m Patient oriented, positive attitude, and well developed makes me a responsible decision maker in a fast team environment.
Detail-focused Certified Paraoptometric Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient pre-screening, visual acuity testing, and maintaining accurate medical records. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless support to optometrists and enhanced patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Paraoptometric Technician
Former Eye Care Center
Bronx, 7/22/2024
07.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity testing and glaucoma screening.
- Assisted optometrist with various tasks such as retinoscopy and refraction procedures.
- Administered ocular medications to patients according to doctor's orders.
- Provided patient education on proper contact lens care, eyeglass maintenance and related topics.
- Assisted in the adaptation of eyewear, making adjustments for fit and comfort.
- Educated patients on contact lens care, insertion, removal, and hygiene practices.
- Implemented infection control procedures for all optometric instruments and patient contact areas.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-test procedures, including visual acuity, color vision, pressure tests, and auto-refraction.
PCT
C and T Home Care Facility
Bronx, USA
07.2017 - Current
- Took vitals signs, Temperature
- Weight, Blood Pressure and pulse
- Took urine urinalysis and Blood sugar levels
- Perform Phlebotomy and Electrocardiograph (EKG)
- Coach patient in preparation for a procedure
- Preparing and clean exam room
PCA
Special citizens future unlimited
Bronx, USA
03.2013 - 10.2022
- Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor
- Perform healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses or physiotherapists
- Provide clients with communication assistance, typing their correspondence or obtaining information for them
- Took vital signs temperature
- Blood pressure, pulse and weight
MA
Avondale Home Care Facility
Mahattan, USA
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Took vitals sign Temperature, Blood pressure, weight and pulse
- File Chart, Fax Documents, Enter patients information into the computer
- Schedule appointment and follow up appointment
- Preparing patients for examination by assisting Doctor in the room
Education
Certified CPO - Paraoptometric
Renaissance Technical Institute
Mahattan, NY01-2025
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
MANDL SCHOOL, THE COLLEGE OF ALLIED AND HEALTH
Mahattan, NY12.2010
Skills
- Basic medical procedure
- Policy and Guidelines
- Clinical skills
- Communication skills
- Patient care service
- Patient status assessment
- Professional care
- Customer Education
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Patient testing
- Active Listening
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Physician support
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patient Follow Up
- Reliability
Certification
- Phlebotomy Certification
- Electrocardiograph (EKG) Certification
- Patient Care Technician (PCT) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Timeline
Certified Paraoptometric Technician
Former Eye Care Center
07.2024 - Current
PCT
C and T Home Care Facility
07.2017 - Current
MA
Avondale Home Care Facility
05.2015 - 01.2017
PCA
Special citizens future unlimited
03.2013 - 10.2022
Certified CPO - Paraoptometric
Renaissance Technical Institute
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
MANDL SCHOOL, THE COLLEGE OF ALLIED AND HEALTH
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