EHR
NATALIA E. BRANT
Ophthalmology Assistant
New York,NY
Summary
More than 27 years experience as Ophthalmic Technician.
Skilled Ophthalmic Technician adept at evaluating complex eye diseases and cross-examining patient medical history to verify information. Prepares patients for ophthalmology tests and maintains all operating equipment. Friendly and accommodating with excellent workflow management and task delegation skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Ophthalmologist Assistant
New York Presbyterian
08.2018 - Current
- Conduct visual acuity on at least 40 patients per day.
- Promoted safe and welcoming environment for all patients regardless of age, ethnicity, or background through compassionate interaction and communication skills.
- Provided patients with detailed instructions for pre- and post-op care under physician supervision to promote healing and optimal recovery strategies.
- Participated in team meetings aimed at improving clinic performance, offering valuable input based on hands-on experience as Ophthalmologist Assistant.
- Supported overall clinic goals by cross-training in multiple roles, allowing for seamless coverage during staff absences or high-volume periods.
- Conducted Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Maintained ophthalmic equipment to keep instruments and tools in good condition.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently preparing exam rooms between appointments, ensuring all necessary equipment was ready for use.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
Ophthalmic Technician
Columbia Doctors Ophthalmology
11.2003 - 6 2018
- Performed multifunctional responsibilities encompassing patient care including patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures and assist examinations/procedures as directed
- Complete medical history, visual acuity, motility, pupil assessment, angles assessment, performing basic ocular muscle evaluation, Goldman applanation, slit lamp examination, tono-pen eye pressure, Icare applanation, Humphrey visual fields, manifest refractions, Zeiss Cirrus OCT, lensometry, auto refraction, manual refractions, PAM testing, BAT testing, A-scans IOL Master and Immersion scanning, Pentacam, topography, Cochet-Bonnet corneal sensitivity testing, Ishihara color testing, amsler grid testing, prepare patients for Argon and YAG lasers, preparing and educating patients for treatment procedures.
Ophthalmic Technician
Raananah Katz, MD/ Elise Leonard, MD
02.1995 - 04.2001
- Conducted preliminary patient work-up for both physicians including: Ophthalmic and medical history, visual field, slit lamp applanation, tono-pen eye pressure, Immersion A-scan, pentacam, visual fields, Ishihara colors testing, examined eyes using slit lamp for abnormalities of corneas and both anterior and interior chambers, motility
- Examined for symptoms indicated of organic and congenital ocular disorders, prepare the patients for YAG and Argon lasers, prepare the patients and assist physicians for minor surgeries, prepare and maintained patients files, monitored inventory and ordered new supplies.
Education
GED -
Mc Fatter Medical School Optometric Division
Fort Lauderdale, FL 01.1991 - 06.1992
Skills
EHR
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Certification
COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Timeline
Ophthalmologist Assistant
New York Presbyterian
08.2018 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Columbia Doctors Ophthalmology
11.2003 - 6 2018
Ophthalmic Technician
Raananah Katz, MD/ Elise Leonard, MD
02.1995 - 04.2001
GED -
Mc Fatter Medical School Optometric Division
01.1991 - 06.1992
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