Ricky Chairez
Irvine
Summary
Dedicated Ophthalmology Technician with expertise in patient care, diagnostic testing, and team collaboration. Proven ability to assist in complex procedures and contribute to clinical studies, ensuring high standards of care and operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmology Technician
Beverly Hills Institute of Ophthalmology
Beverly Hills
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted ophthalmologists with examinations and procedures, enhancing patient care through efficient prior authorizations and medication management.
- Performed diagnostic tests, such as visual acuity testing, refractions, retinal and optic nerve photography, tonometry, Visual Fields, Optos Fundus imaging, Biometry, and Topography.
- Coordinated backup efforts for glaucoma and IOL trial studies.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Cali Eye Institute
Torrance
07.2020 - Current
- Prepared patients for AMD & DR injections, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedure.
- Performed crosslinking procedures to enhance corneal stability in Keratoconus patients.
- Calibrated LAL device and assisted in treatments, contributing to accuracy in patient care.
Manager, Sales and Customer Support
Urth Caffe
Laguna Beach
10.2015 - 06.2020
- Coordinated sales initiatives to drive product awareness and customer engagement.
- Recruited, hired, and trained new personnel as necessary to meet changing demands of the business.
- Oversaw daily schedules, documented inventory, ordered supplies, and managed labor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cathedral High School
Los Angeles06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Audio Engineering
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA07-2026
Skills
- Ophthalmic procedures
- Diagnostic testing
- Diagnostic imaging
- Patient assistance
- Data documentation
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Ophthalmology Technician
Beverly Hills Institute of Ophthalmology
01.2021 - Current
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Cali Eye Institute
07.2020 - Current
Manager, Sales and Customer Support
Urth Caffe
10.2015 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Cathedral High School
Some College (No Degree) - Audio Engineering
Pasadena City College