Philomena Creighton
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) with 4 years of experience supporting care excellence in busy ophthalmology clinics. Works with physicians in diagnostic tests, evaluating patients suffering from diverse ailments. Skilled in fostering a positive team environment and contributing to patient care and wellness. Passionate about sharing knowledge and skills with others.
Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) for 3 years, adept at assisting multiple optometrists in accurately documenting exam findings, impressions, and treatment plans to maintain clinic efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Associates of New Mexico
Albuquerque And Los Lunas, NM
01.2022 - Current
- Performing ophthalmic imaging, including macula OCTs, Nerve scans, Humphrey Visual Fields and Kinetic fields
- Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
- Documented patient medical history and information utilizing NextGen with commitment to accuracy.
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities, refractions and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Worked well with patients and staff to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Scribing for multiple Optometrists, prepping for minor procedures, and ensuring good patient and clinic flow.
- Working in general Optometry, contact lenses, Oculoplastic clinic and Retina advanced care program.
- Precepting and assisting new technicians and resident doctors with workups, ophthalmic imaging and scribing.
Education
GED -
Morning Star
Albuquerque05-2020
Skills
- Visual acuity testing
- Medical history taking
- Chart documentation
- Supplies inventory
- Ophthalmic equipment expertise
- Manual refractions
- Preliminary testing
- Intraocular pressure measurement
- Eye anatomy
- Telephone triage
- Retinoscopy expertise
- Ophthalmic scribe
Additional Information
I have been the treasurer of the New Mexico Academy of Ophthalmic Technicians board since June of 2024 to present.
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- OSC - Opthalmic Scribe Certification
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Associates of New Mexico
01.2022 - Current
GED -
Morning Star