Molly Mayer
Pelion,United States
Summary
Accomplished Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and Certified Ophthalmic Scribe with an established reputation at Prisma Health and Columbia Eye Clinic; specializing in specialty contact lens fitting, including scleral lenses and RGPs. Excelled in patient education and streamlined the scleral lens fitting process, enhancing team efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional skill in refraction and anterior segment OCT scans, coupled with a strong ability to maintain high service standards under pressure.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Prisma Health
Columbia, SC
11.2023 - Current
Lead ophthalmic assistant for head optometrist in the specialty contact lens department. Skilled in I&R training for all contact lens types including scleral lenses, RGPs, hybrids, and soft lenses. Streamlined scleral lens fitting process in a team-based environment. Provided patient education about proper care of contact lenses and the specialty contact fitting process.
Ophthalmic Technician
Columbia Eye Clinic
06.2021 - 11.2023
Ophthalmic Technician and Certified Ophthalmic Scribe for a general ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon. Provided patient education for pre and post operative care. Skilled in refraction and goldmann applanation tonometery. Obtained any additional testing at providers request.
Daycare Teacher
Kids Unlimited Too
Newberry, SC
01.2020 - 05.2021
Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
Waitress
The Corner Scoop Cafe
Newberry, SC
05.2018 - 05.2020
Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Nursing Support Assistant
Palmetto Health
Columbia, SC
10.2016 - 08.2018
Assisted CNAs with patient care and variety of tasks as requested.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Newberry College
Newberry, SC05.2021
High School Diploma -
Spring Hill High School
Chapin, SC06.2017
Skills
- Specialty contact lens insertion & removal during fitting process
- Provide specialty contact lens insertion & removal training and education
- Preparation and Sterilization of specialty contacts
- Perform anterior segment OCT scans for the purpose of fitting scleral lenses
- Perform topography (Atlas and Pentacam)
- Skilled in the art of Refraction
- Proficient in patient care & education, including scheduling patient examinations
- Skilled in use of OCT, HVF, handheld pachymetery, GAT, and tonopen
Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
- Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) - Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Prisma Health
11.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Columbia Eye Clinic
06.2021 - 11.2023
Daycare Teacher
Kids Unlimited Too
01.2020 - 05.2021
Waitress
The Corner Scoop Cafe
05.2018 - 05.2020
Nursing Support Assistant
Palmetto Health
10.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Newberry College
High School Diploma -
Spring Hill High School