Tameria Fowler
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Customer service oriented professional with 8 years of administrative experience. Ensures smooth patient flow by providing prompt attention to pulling patient charts and necessary medical records, gathering accurate billing and financial information, and reviewing intake materials for accuracy and completeness. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with 2 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. Well-versed in preparing patients for ophthalmology examinations. Knowledgeable about coordinating documentation, collecting histories and administering medication. Proficient in electronic health records systems.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmic Assistant
SOUTHEASTERN RETINA ASSOCIATES
02.2023 - Current
- The Ophthalmic/ Medical Assistant is responsible for getting the patient ready for the exam, assisting the Doctor, and performing diagnostic testing.
Certified Optometric Technician
EYEGLASS WORLD
04.2022 - Current
- Performing basic eye exams and tests.
Lead Teacher Ages 3-4
Champion Christian Learning Academy
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Prepare lessons that meet educational requirements in an age-appropriate manner.
Substitute Teacher
Houston County Board of Education
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Perform duties of the regular classroom teacher promptly and in accordance with school rules.
Patient Account Representative
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga Heart Institute
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Responsible for answering phones and providing information to patients and caller.
Server / Customer Service Associate
Ruby Tuesday
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Took and delivered guest's food and beverage order ensuring quality and accuracy.
Case Manager
Bibb County Department of Family and Children Services
06.2015 - 10.2015
- Handled client intake duties, provided orientation for TANF program, documented using SUCCESS system, and served as referral source for client transportation and childcare services.
Secretary / Assistant Administrator
Higher Dimensions Ministries
10.2008 - 03.2015
- Used computers for various applications, such as database management and word processing.
Education
Associate in Health Sciences - Medical Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
09.2017
Skills
- High Academic Honors Recognition / Dean's List
- Attention to detail necessary to review and correct errors and maintain compliant documentation
- Well-organized, manages time and priorities in multi-task, stressful environments
- Compute Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and QuickBooks - Type 50 WPM
- Ophthalmic Terminology
- Surgical Assisting
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Certified Professional Coder
- Certified Coding Specialist
Additional Information
- KEY QUALIFICATIONSMedical Administrative Assistant
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Processing
- Release of Information Medical Billing & Coding
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Registration Introduction to ICD-10-CM Coding
- HIPAA Compliance
- Anatomy & Physiology Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Greenway Computer Information Systems
- Medical Transcription
- Office Accounting
- Principles of Management Medical Laws & Ethics
- Pathophysiology for Medical Office
- MS Office / MS Word
Personal Information
- Relocation: Houston, TX (If necessary)
Timeline
Ophthalmic Assistant
SOUTHEASTERN RETINA ASSOCIATES
02.2023 - Current
Certified Optometric Technician
EYEGLASS WORLD
04.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher Ages 3-4
Champion Christian Learning Academy
01.2019 - 08.2022
Patient Account Representative
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga Heart Institute
04.2018 - 02.2019
Substitute Teacher
Houston County Board of Education
12.2016 - 12.2019
Server / Customer Service Associate
Ruby Tuesday
09.2016 - 06.2017
Case Manager
Bibb County Department of Family and Children Services
06.2015 - 10.2015
Secretary / Assistant Administrator
Higher Dimensions Ministries
10.2008 - 03.2015
Associate in Health Sciences - Medical Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Certified Professional Coder
- Certified Coding Specialist
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