Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Kelly Services
Birmingham, AL
03.2020 - Current
Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
Ophthalmic Technician
Drs. Lawaczeck & McKinnon PC
Birmingham, AL
10.2001 - 05.2019
Assisted ophthalmologists with patient examinations and surgeries.
Administered eye drops to patients as directed by physician.
Instructed patients on proper use of contact lenses and eyeglasses.
Maintained records of patient medical histories and test results.
Provided assistance in the preparation of equipment for procedures.
Collected data from visual field testing, retinal imaging, corneal topography.
Prepared patient charts prior to each visit including relevant past medical history.
Cleaned, sterilized, and maintained ophthalmic instruments according to established protocols.
Educated patients about eye care needs and safety practices related to vision health issues.
Ordered supplies needed for exams and treatments as requested by physicians.
Scheduled appointments for patients based on their availability.
Performed administrative tasks such as filing documents, answering phones.
Transferred knowledge by training ophthalmic assistants, technicians and interns.
Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests.
Sent patient prescriptions to pharmacies and scheduled future appointments.
Instructed and educated patients on prescriptions and provider instructions to optimize treatment plans.
Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.