Tatum Evans
Reno,NV
Summary
Driven Ophthalmic Medical Assistant with two years experience and have proven expertise in glaucoma screening and exceptional patient education, honed at Eye Care Professionals, which is a very busy practice. Excelled in delivering comprehensive eye care, including advanced ophthalmic medication administration and meticulous medical record documentation. Demonstrated commitment to results through improved patient outcomes and adherence to HIPAA compliance, a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate care.
Works with physicians in diagnostic tests, evaluating patients suffering from diverse ailments. Expert in visual field and ocular mobility testing, contributing to patient care and wellness. Highly motivated and committed medical assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Eye Care Professionals
2022.08 - 2024.08
- Obtained chief complaints
- Auto refraction testing with glare tests.
- Instilled fluorescein drops and/or Proparacaine and checked patient's intraocular pressure with Goldmann Tonometer and/or Tonopen as needed.
- Checked vision for distance, near and intermediate
- Worked up LASIK and PRK patients, which also included at times, valium and lid scrubs prior to the procedure
- Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
- Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments such as Iopidine for YAG capsulotomy procedures and Pilocarpine for YAG laser peripheral iridotomy procedures, focusing on patient comfort.
- Handled cataract post-op patients which confirmed drops and frequencies of drop instillation post-surgery
- Documented patient's medical history and information utilizing ModMed with commitment to accuracy.
- Submitted prescriptions and prior authorizations for medications and/or drops
- Scribed and assisted all of the doctors
Activity Site Attendant
City Of Reno Park & Recreation Youth Department
2019.08 - 2020.08
- Contributed to a culture of continuous learning by actively leading children in activities and assignments
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and integrity in all interactions with visitors, children and staff with nearly 100 students and staff
- Ensured compliance with company policies, regulations, and industry standards through rigorous adherence to guidelines and procedures such as administering medical attention to children who needed first aid and or calling Emergency Medical Service when necessary
- Reduced safety hazards through timely reporting of potential risks and prompt response to incidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Damonte Ranch High School
Reno, NV06.2021
Skills
- Glaucoma screening
- Visual field testing
- Eye Pressure Measurement
- Visual acuity testing
- Corneal Topography
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Fundus Photography
- Color vision testing
- Ocular Motility Evaluation
- Pupil Function Assessment
- Ocular Hypertension Monitoring
- Dry Eye Syndrome Management
- Blepharitis Management
- Macular Degeneration Evaluation
Timeline
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
Eye Care Professionals
2022.08 - 2024.08
Activity Site Attendant
City Of Reno Park & Recreation Youth Department
2019.08 - 2020.08
High School Diploma -
Damonte Ranch High School
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