Melissa Roberts
Nashville,Georgia
Summary
Ophthalmic Assistant with 24 years of experience supporting care excellence in busy ophthalmology clinic. Works with physician in triage, diagnostic tests and evaluation of patients suffering from diverse ailments contributing to patient care and wellness. Dedicated ophthalmic professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Opthalmic Assistant
Steven T. Greenhaw M.D.
09.1998 - Current
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities, refractions and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
- Documented patient medical history and information with commitment to accuracy.
- Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
- Noted present complaints, medications and vital statistics like blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Performed ophthalmology tests such as OCT, FP and Humphery visual field.
- Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery and glaucoma.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Instructed patient in care of use of various types of contact lenses, demonstrating insertion, removal and cleaning.
- Adjusted fit and conducted minor repairs to eyeglasses as part of patient fit process.
- Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
Education
Medical Office Assistant -
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta, GA1989
Skills
- Eye Diseases
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Engagement
- Patient Examination
- Answering Questions
- Corrective Actions
- Chart Documentation
- Ocular Measuring
- Compassionate Care
- Preliminary Testing
- Ophthalmology Testing
- Eye Examination
- Visual Field Tests
- Inventory Supplies
- Manual Refractions
- Medical Equipment Operations
- Diagnostic Evaluation
- Detailed Instruction
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Explaining Procedures to Patients
- OCT Scanning
- Office Supplies and Inventory
Timeline
Opthalmic Assistant
Steven T. Greenhaw M.D.
09.1998 - Current
Medical Office Assistant -
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
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