Professional Summary

Optometrist Assistant experienced in pre-testing equipment,

helping patients choose frames and performing

contact lens instructions. In-depth knowledge of

eyeglass and contact lens options. Office Assistant with 5 years of pre-

medical billing and insurance authorizations, patient

pre-testing, insurance claims and appointment

scheduling in a busy medical office setting.

Skills

Patient-focused care Accurate and detailed

Adaptable Spreadsheet management

Flexible Employee training and development

Customer service-oriented Pre-Medical billing

Professional phone etiquette HIPAA compliance

Excellent communication skills Proficient in OfficeMate Software

Work History

08/2009 - Optometric Technician

05/2013 Freed Vision Center - 1301 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus, NJ

07094

. Fitted and adjusted eyeglasses and contact lenses.

. Educated patients about proper contact lens care, visual

hygiene and safety.

. Trained patients to safely insert and remove contact lenses.

. Meticulously cleaned and sterilized ophthalmic and surgical

instruments.

. Conducted visual field tests to measure field of vision.

. Helped patients select frames according to desired style and

color.

. Recommended lenses, lens coatings and frames to suit client

needs.

. Conducted preliminary screening examinations including

external examination, central and peripheral visual fields

and color vision tests.

. Pulled insurance authorizations and prepared insurance claim

forms.

. Checked in contact lenses and glasses.

. Performed routine secretarial duties; answer phones, file and

pull records, schedule appointments, and execute payment.

Education

2012 High School Diploma:

Kinnelon High School - 121 Kinnelon Road, Kinnelon, NJ 07405

Current Bachelor of Science: Biochemistry

Rowan University - 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028

Additional Information

. Have a good working knowledge of Spanish speaking and writing.

. Volunteer with underprivileged Spanish speaking parents and

children at Center for Family Resources (Clifton, NJ).

. Will be conducting research into the chemical structure of

Alzheimer's Disease "curcumin" drug (Rowan University).

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