Taylor Hudgens
Renton,WA
Summary
Experienced ophthalmic technician with 4+ years in fast-paced ophthalmology clinics, specializing in high-volume patient care, clinic flow management, and team support. Known for strong clinical knowledge, dependable performance, detailed documentation, and ability to maintain efficiency under pressure. Proven leader who supports team success through proactive communication, problem-solving, and mentorship.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Northwest Eye Surgeons
Renton, WA
01.2025 - Current
- Perform comprehensive ophthalmic workups in a high-volume specialty clinic, averaging 20–25 patients daily across glaucoma, cataract, diabetic eye exams, dry eye evaluations, and postoperative follow-up care.
- Obtain detailed patient histories, medication reconciliation, chief complaints, and accurate documentation in NextTech to support physician diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Perform clinical testing including visual acuity, intraocular pressure, OCT imaging, pupil assessment, and additional diagnostic testing with accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintain strong clinic flow by proactively managing time, working patients ahead of schedule when appropriate, and minimizing delays to keep physicians on schedule and reduce patient wait times.
- Serve as a clinical resource and informal leader for fellow technicians by promptly answering workflow and patient care questions, providing guidance, and helping troubleshoot daily challenges.
- Support team productivity by assisting coworkers who fall behind schedule, maintaining clinic efficiency and patient flow.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, technicians, front desk staff, interpreters, and patients from diverse backgrounds to ensure smooth clinic operations and high-quality patient care.
- Adapt quickly to changing schedules, complex patient needs, and increased workload while maintaining professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Demonstrate strong reliability, accountability, and flexibility through consistent attendance and willingness to step in wherever needed to support clinic success.
Ophthalmic Technician
Island Eye Care
Oak Harbor, WA
11.2021 - 07.2024
- Supervised and mentored a team of ophthalmic technicians for 2 years, maintaining high standards of patient care and clinic efficiency.
- Performed comprehensive ophthalmic workups including patient history, visual acuity, refraction, intraocular pressure, and diagnostic testing to support physician evaluation and treatment planning.
- Managed weekly cataract surgery scheduling and coordination, including surgical bookings, consent forms, specialty lens calculations, and pre- and post-operative documentation.
- Served as primary liaison between clinic and hospital by coordinating surgical logistics, forwarding required documentation, resolving scheduling issues, and ensuring timely communication across teams.
- Assisted ophthalmologist with clinical exams, minor procedures, and diagnostic imaging while maintaining accurate documentation and efficient patient flow.
- Supported clinical and administrative operations through triage calls, scheduling, insurance verification, and patient communication as needed.
Microscopist
EMSL Analytical
Jacksonville, FL
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepared and analyzed microbiological samples of air, bulk, and surface materials for fungal presence using PCM (Phase Contrast Microscopy) in an accredited environmental testing facility.
- Acted as primary analyst and backup for lab manager, assisting with client questions, mitigating issues, and ensuring compliance with internal and external quality standards.
- Worked within tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, delivering consistent and accurate results to meet turnaround times ranging from same-day rush to standard 24-hour deadlines.
- Increased daily sample output by 275% over 4 months due to increased client demand and capacity overflow from other branch laboratories.
- Performed clerical and operational tasks including data entry, quality control procedures, report processing, station sanitization, and client communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
UC Irvine
Irvine, CA09.2018
Skills
- Leadership & Team Support
- Clinic Flow Management
- Training & Mentorship
- Patient History & HPI Documentation
- EMR Documentation
- Ophthalmic Diagnostic Testing
- NextTech
- AdvancedMD
- ModMed
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Northwest Eye Surgeons
01.2025 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Island Eye Care
11.2021 - 07.2024
Microscopist
EMSL Analytical
10.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
UC Irvine