Shonna Habetz
Dr Robert Janot Vision Source
Sulphur,LA
29
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Certified Paraoptometric Assistant with expertise in EHR charting, patient scheduling, and contact lens fitting. Demonstrates accuracy in documentation and HIPAA compliance while facilitating effective patient communication. Proficient in pretesting, optical dispensing, and care coordination, ensuring efficient operations and enhanced patient experiences.
Work History
Certified Paraoptometric Assistant
29 Years 5 Months- Assisted Robert Janot Vision Source patients with pretesting and exam preparation, ensuring smooth workflow for eye exams.
- Completed visual acuity, pressure, and refraction screenings in clinic.
- Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
- Assisted with contact lens training and fitting for patients.
- Prepared lanes, instruments, and diagnostic equipment for daily exams.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient check-in and check-out.
- Maintained organized files, supplies, and workflow across Robert Janot Vision Source.
- Prepared exam rooms between appointments by cleaning surfaces, restocking supplies, and ensuring all necessary equipment was present.
- Organized and maintained inventory of optometric supplies and equipment.
- Responded to incoming phone calls, addressing customer inquiries and scheduling appointments. promptly and professionally while addressing customer inquiries efficiently.
- Educated patients on the importance of regular eye care visits and safety precautions regarding their eyewear
- Conducted comprehensive pre-test procedures, including visual acuity, color vision, pressure tests, and auto-refraction.
- Managed and maintained patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided assistance to Optometrists during examinations
- Administered eye drops to patients prior to exams.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments for patients.
- Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
- Managed patient follow-up care, scheduling routine examinations and monitoring ongoing treatments.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate and efficient patient data management.
- Managed and maintained patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare systems for accurate and efficient patient data
Education
High School Diploma
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technician
Skills
Electronic health records
Vision screening
Contact lens education
Pre-exam assessments
Eyewear dispensing
Patient scheduling
Records management
Insurance verification
Clinical preparation
Attention to detail
Patient communication
Time management
Problem solving
Phone etiquette
Diagnostic equipment operation
Care coordination
HIPAA compliance
Instrument sterilization
Patient history taking
Record management
Visual field testing
Prescription verification
Clinical documentation
Slit-lamp examination
Corneal topography
Glaucoma screening
Pupil assessment
Office administration
Appointment scheduling
Vision assessments
Eyewear adjustments
Medical terminology proficiency
Work order preparation
Payment collection
EHR updating
Patient recordkeeping
Chart preparation
Appointment setting
Patient medication guidance
Pre-testing
Documentation management
Inventory management
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Timeline
Certified Paraoptometric Assistant
Dr Robert Janot Vision Source
01.1997 - 06.2026Read More
Lumberton High School
High School Diploma
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Southland College
Some College (No Degree) from Surgical Technician
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