Melissa Giesler
Smithsburg,MD
Summary
Compassionate Ophthalmic Technician showcasing 20+ years of experience optimizing patient care while working in busy Ophthalmic practices. Committed to providing all patients with outstanding care and support. Able to work successfully in fast-paced settings and demonstrates excellent communication and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated capability of consulting with patients/employees, ensuring that they are receiving the attention and guidance needed.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Coordinator
Western Maryland Eye Center
Frederick, MD
01.2008 - Current
- Performs initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures and assists physician with related examinations/procedures as directed.
- Visual acuity
- Fundus photography
- Humphrey Visual Field
- Slit lamp examinations
- Applanation Tonometry
- Manual Refraction
- Manual Lensometry
- OCT
- Lenstar and A-Scan measurements
- Counseled patients in surgery and treatment plans.
- Performs patient pre and po-operative surgical instruction, including witnessing signed consent forms.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and equipment, ordering items when needed.
Ophthalmic Technician
New Vision Laser Centers-centre For Sight
Hagerstown, MD
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Performing pre-operative and post-operative examinations
- Manual Refractions
- Bausch and Lomb Orbscans
- Pachymetry
- Wavescans
- Nidek Magellan Topography
- Tonometry
- Sterile Technique for surgical tray Rotations
Education
Ophthalmic Assistant Program
Georgetown University
Washington, DC03-1996
High School Diploma -
Frederick High School
Frederick, MD06-1990
Skills
- Electronic Medical Records
- Appointment Management
- Minor Surgery Assistance
- Patient Care
- Ophthalmology Testing
- Supplies Inventory
- Medical History Obtainment
- Ocular Measurements
- Patient Relations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Coordinator
Western Maryland Eye Center
01.2008 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
New Vision Laser Centers-centre For Sight
01.2006 - 01.2008
Ophthalmic Assistant Program
Georgetown University
High School Diploma -
Frederick High School
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