Ophthalmic Technician Resume Example Eye Associates Of New Mexico

OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN

Summary

Energetic Ophthalmic Technician known for profoundly building up and implementing successful patient customer service. Over 4 years of experience with an understanding of medical terms, anatomy and the physiology of the visual system. Thorough knowledge of all equipment and sterilization methods. Skilled in testing and measuring eye functions to assist ophthalmologists in treating and diagnosing eye diseases and disorders. Superb problem-solving and time management skills with the ability to show compassion when dealing with patients. Capable of advising patients on medications and dressings during post operative visits. Talented at performing patient medical history screenings and prepping and assisting with intraocular injections. Successful at managing a 60-100 patient caseload daily. Operational knowledge of complex ophthalmic equipment, including OCT/ Visual Field testing, Pachemetry and other testings.

Skills

Preliminary testing
Retinal procedure assistance
Medical history obtainment
Minor surgery assistance
Ocular measurements
Ophthalmology testing

Supplies inventory
Diagnostic testing
External light examination
Instrument sterilization
Customer service
First Aid/CPR

Experience

Eye Associates of New MexicoRoswell, NMOphthalmic Technician06/2016 to 04/2020

Observed visual acuteness and refractions on patients ranging from 4-100 years of age, and extra-ocular movements to check patient status. Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function. Preformed several different tests and examinations for various reasons.
Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.
Operated most all ophthalmic equipment.
Counseled patients in surgery and treatment plans.
Assisted, counseled and prepped patients for Intraocular injections.
Cleaned, sterilized and maintained all equipment and maintained examination rooms.
Checked inventory levels and ordered injection medications and materials to meet expected demand.
Leveraged strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to relate successfully to diverse individuals, including patients and staff, on daily basis.
Promoted healing and patient satisfaction by delivering detailed instructions for pre- and post-op eye care to patients as directed by physicians.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

National Vision Center Roswell, NMOptical Technician11/2013 to 06/2016

Pretested patients prior to optometrist examinations, including pressures, visual acuities and autorefraction.
Pulled patient insurance information, placed corrective lenses orders and checked patients in and out of appointments.
Read new patient glasses prescriptions with lensometer and noted results for treating physician.
Improved fit of patients' glasses and completed basic repairs covered by office warranty.
Maintained clean, organized and well-stocked examination rooms by resetting spaces between appointments.
Instructed customers on methods for adapting to glasses, proper wear and necessary care.
Took specific facial measurements, including optical centers of eyes, pupillary distance and temple length.
Documented customer prescriptions, wrote detailed work orders and collected payments to facilitate smooth appointments.
Repaired and adjusted frames to meet customer needs.
Recommended specific lenses, coatings and frames to suit individual client needs.
Checked finished lenses for conformance to order specifications, quality and customer needs.
Promoted goods to customers, including contact lenses, spectacles, sunglasses and accessories.
Used hands, heat and tools to bend and shape frames to fit customer's face.

Eastern New Mexico Medical CenterRoswell, NMEmergency Room Clerk12/2012 to 11/2013

Provided clerical support to all team members to improve office efficiency and enhance productivity.
Registered patients for care into the Emergency room to be triaged.
Admit patients for over night stays into the hospital.
Maintained office safety by screening visitors.
Verified patients health insurances.
Processed payments for emergency room services and co pays. Updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Greeted patients and visitors, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.

Leadingham Vision CenterRoswell, NMnReceptionist Clerk12/2011 to 11/2012

Greeted visitors and patients, assessed needs and directed to appropriate personnel.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Maintained and processed all patient payments and financial records to verify updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Scheduled appointments based on appointment availability.
Verified Patients insurance and eligibility.
Maintained patient Medical Records.

Education and Training

High School Diploma05/2004Goddard High School , Roswell, NM

Certifications

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) May 2019.
First Aid/CPR
Sterile Technique for intraocular injection prepping and patient sterilization.
Sterilization of medical instruments and trained management of the autoclave.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Eye Associates of New Mexico
National Vision Center
Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
Leadingham Vision Center

School Attended

Goddard High School

Job Titles Held:

Ophthalmic Technician
Optical Technician
Emergency Room Clerk
Receptionist Clerk

Degrees

High School Diploma 05/2004

Ophthalmic Technician Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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