Sara Riboni
La Mirada,CA
Summary
Dynamic Retinal Technician with 17 years of teamwork experience in ophthalmology.
Expert in eye exams,diagnostic testing and EMR systems, including DrChronos and NextGen. Proven ability to multitask under pressure while assisting in all ophthalmic procedures to ensure patient safety through meticulous equipment sterilization In a fast pace setting
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Retinal Technician
Retina consultants of Orange
Fullerton, CA
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Conducted preliminary eye examinations to assess patient vision and ocular health.
- Led initiatives for maintaining compliance with safety and sanitation standards in clinic operations.
- Trained new staff on equipment usage and patient interaction protocols.
- Assisted in developing an efficient system for inventory management of supplies used within the clinic, streamlining the ordering process and reducing waste.
- Assisted in successful surgical procedures by providing attentive support to surgeons and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization in exam rooms, safeguarding against infection and crosscontamination.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman, Icare and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans, sent Erx,sent patient with proper post operative drops and instructions for accurate care to ensure proper healing under the direction of the ophthalmologist
- Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
- Assisted ophthalmologists in identifying eye conditions through expert photography and imaging techniques.knowledge of heidleberg OCT, Optos California, FA,FA/ICG,AF
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.Applied eye medication prior to intravitreal injection and eye irrigation post injection as directed from Retinal ophthalmologists , instilling antibiotic treatments if needed.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient interaction and equipment handling to improve operational efficiency.
- Prioritized patient privacy and confidentiality, consistently following HIPAA regulations in all aspects of work.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new technologies quickly as they were introduced into the clinic setting.Self motivated fast paced worker.
- Supported pediatric patients'' needs, adapting testing methods to accommodate various age groups effectively. Assisting ophthalmologists with premature babies for proper eye evaluation of nerve development.
- Contributed to the growth of the practice through effective marketing strategies and positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied patients.
- Serviced, repaired and maintained ophthalmic equipment to keep instruments and tools in good condition.
- Educated patients on eye care procedures and post-operative instructions to promote compliance and understanding.
Retinal Technician
RetinaOC
Irvine, CA
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Administered eye medications for dilation and treatment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to streamline processes and improve overall clinic operations.
- Supported ophthalmologists during surgical procedures by preparing patients for surgery, sterilizing instruments, and passing required tools efficiently.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of ocular conditions by performing various tests such as visual acuity measurements, tonometry readings, and optical coherence tomography scans.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
- Achieved high success rate in obtaining authorizations by effectively demonstrating medical necessity through comprehensive documentation and clear communication with insurance companies.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Education
Medical Assistant Front/Back Office
Bryman College
CA06-2007
Skills
Multitasking and organization skills
- Attention to detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Written/Verbal communication
Expert in Vision eye exam, eye muscle movement ,APD's
Works Well Under Pressure
Attention to details, diagnostIc testing
EMR knowledgeable, experience with ,dr chronos, nextech, nextgen, complulink, AI scheduling appt and follow up, responding to emails in real time
Teamwork experience for 17 years
Heidlberg OCT, FA,FA/ICG ,Optos California photos
Assisting doctors with intravitreal injection , hard patch, minorsurgery procedures
Preparing and assisting patient under the direction of the Doctor for laser PRP, Photocoagulation,Prophylaxis laser etc
Checking IOP with Tonopen,utilizing Color Plates, ERG,
Visual fields diagnistic testing, CVF
Knowledge of Medical terminology , ICD-10, CPT Codes
Typing 60 WPM
Timeline
Retinal Technician
Retina consultants of Orange
05.2023 - 12.2025
Retinal Technician
RetinaOC
08.2021 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant Front/Back Office
Bryman College