Shannon Lemon
Fairmont,WV
Summary
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with 8 years of experience supporting care excellence in busy ophthalmology clinics. Works with physicians and nurses in diagnostic tests, evaluating patients suffering from diverse ailments. Expert in visual field and ocular mobility testing, contributing to patient care and wellness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Regional Eye Associates
Bridgeport, WV
01.2019 - Current
- Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
- Documented patient medical history and information utilizing with commitment to accuracy.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
- Measured corneal curvature using keratometer to determine axis and extent of astigmatism.
- Adjusted fit and conducted minor repairs to eyeglasses as part of patient fit process.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision corrective actions.
- Performed lensometry and sit-lamp examinations.
- Instructed patient in care of use of various types of contact lenses, demonstrating insertion, removal and cleaning.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Scribed for Ophthalmologist three to four days a week
Clinical Coordinator
Retina Specialists, PLLC
Bridgeport, WV
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for Clinical staff.
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of 2 physicians, nurses and support staff.
- Ordered and maintained appropriate stock of medications and supplies.
- Identified nurses' and staff training needs and devised training programs to close gaps.
- Oversaw quality assurance programs to enhance performance and consistently achieve superior care standards.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Scheduled surgeries
Medical Receptionist
First Settlement Orthopedics
Marietta, OH
09.2007 - 08.2014
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Referred and screened patients to make best use of resources, triage staff and serve community members.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WVSkills
- Corrective Actions
- Inventory Supplies
- Retinal Procedure Assistance
- Laser Surgery Assistance
- Patient Examination
- Ophthalmology Testing
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Regional Eye Associates
01.2019 - Current
Clinical Coordinator
Retina Specialists, PLLC
09.2014 - 01.2019
Medical Receptionist
First Settlement Orthopedics
09.2007 - 08.2014
Some College (No Degree) -
Fairmont State University
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
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