Valerie Dalton
Howell,MI
Summary
I am actively seeking a position as an Ophthalmic Assistant/Scribe. Energetic Ophthalmic Technician with 10 years of experience providing chairside assistance for Ophthalmology practices. Talented at performing patient medical history screenings and administering medications. Successful at managing a large patient caseload daily.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Coordinator
Self Employed
Howell, MI
10.2007 - Current
- Outbound calling and scheduling services for various clients in the US and Canada.
- Scheduled appointments for sales staff using Google and Outlook calendars.
- Reviewed and documented accurate notes for each prospect using CRM lead system.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding schedule changes or availability of services and products.
- Work schedule approximately 6 hours daily or more depending on assignment.
Ophthalmic Assistant
University of Michigan
Brighton, MI
09.1995 - 11.2002
- Assisted ophthalmologist with patient examinations, including taking and recording medical history.
- Performed refractions.
- Measured intraocular eye pressures using Goldman Tonometry.
- Performed color vision testing, Schirmer dry eye testing, and dilation.
- Administered topical anesthetics prior to procedures.
- Goldman visual field testing.
Ophthalmic Scribe
Lansing Ophthalmology
Lansing, MI
06.1990 - 09.1995
- Documented findings from physician-patient interactions in an organized fashion for easy reference later on.
- Prepared eye drops prior to surgical procedures according to doctor's orders.
- Educated patients regarding post-operative instructions and follow up care plans.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained, calibrated, cleaned and stocked before use in examination rooms.
- Provided assistance with administrative tasks such as filing documents, faxing paperwork and ordering supplies.
- Actively participated in continuing education courses related to ophthalmic scribing techniques.
- Assisted with minor surgeries such as foreign body removal from eyes or eyelids.
- Obtained a COA certification
Education
COA Certification - Ophthalmology
Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology
Detroit, MI04-1992
High School Diploma -
Webberville High School
Webberville, MI05-1976
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- High level Customer Service
- Positive Attitude
- Meeting Coordination
- Dedicated Team Player
- Prescription Refills
- Dilation Experience
- Medical History Taking
- Scribe Expertise
- Ophthalmology Testing
- Supplies Inventory
- Ocular Measurements
- Medical History Obtainment
- Preliminary Testing
- Medication Administration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Office Coordinator
Self Employed
10.2007 - Current
Ophthalmic Assistant
University of Michigan
09.1995 - 11.2002
Ophthalmic Scribe
Lansing Ophthalmology
06.1990 - 09.1995
COA Certification - Ophthalmology
Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology
High School Diploma -
Webberville High School
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