LaChiquita Purchase

Ophthalmic Assistant, Surgical Technologist

Fort Myers, FL 33905

ad05d7@r.postjobfree.com

+1-239-***-****

Self-motivated individual seeking a position that utilizes my customer service and medical office skills with opportunity for advancement.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Ophthalmic Technician, Surgical Technologist

Quigley Eye Specialists - Fort Myers, FL

September 2020 to Present

• Perform visual acuity testing and assist physicians in minor office procedures.

• Record, review and verify patient information in the EMS and chart for the appointment.

• Assist ophthalmology patients by providing information and services; patient evaluations, vision health testing, lens fitting and care orientations.

• Counsel and educate patients by reiterating physician orders for eye care.

• Update patient records using high level of proficiency within the EMS or other related system.

• Assist the physician with documentation of the patient's medical record.

• Comply with all HIPAA regulations in all interactions with patient information

• Other related duties as assigned

Surgical Technologist, Ophthalmic Assistant

Dr Scott Geller MD, PA - Fort Myers, FL

February 2018 to March 2020

• Coordinating patient scheduling with various surgeries and aftercare education

• Sterilizing, cleaning and maintaining medical instruments

• Triage patient calls and questions

• Assisting with patient procedures

• Sending out lab work

• Office duties

• Performance in general eye care

Ophthalmic Assistant, Surgical Technologist

Groom Eye Center - Naples, FL

May 2011 to February 2018

• Read and record temperature, pulse and respiration

• Complete and submit clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines

• Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus

• Keep facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments

• Provide necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures

• Tend to patients with chronic illnesses

• Comfort patients and provide them with reassurance and encouragement

• Maintain a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment

• Maintained positive relationships with all ophthalmic drug company representatives

• Supervising and training other allied ophthalmic personnel

• Performing office management duties

Ophthalmic Assistant, Surgical Technologist

Retina Health Center - Fort Myers, FL

February 2008 to April 2011

• Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival

• Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations

• Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures

• Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff Surgical Technologist II

Lee Memorial Health Systems - Fort Myers, FL

October 2006 to November 2007

• Obtained and set up surgical equipment

• Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines

• Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment

• Assisted surgeons/nurses in an operating room setting

• Provided patient families with emotion support

• Promoted personal and co-worker safety

• Participated in the maintenance of safe conditions within the facility and other related areas Education

Associate in Anatomy, Physiology, and Health Assessments Florida Southwestern College - Fort Myers, FL

Certificate in Surgical Technology

Cape Coral Institute of Technology - Cape Coral, FL High school diploma

North Fort Myers High School

Skills

• Understands medical procedures

• Fluorescein Angiography (FA)

• Calm and level-headed under duress

• Visual Fields

• Quick problem solver

• A-scan Ultrasonography

• Lensometer (manual/electronic)

• Charting expertise

• Intraocular Pressure Measurement (IOP)

• Documentation procedures expert

• Pachymetry

• Able to lift 20 pounds

• Keratometry/Topography

• Valid FL driver's license

• Ophthalmic Surgical Counselor

• Reliable transportation

• Assist with surgical procedures

• Strong work ethic

• Electronic Medical Records software (EMR)

• Visual Assessments

• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

• Anatomy Knowledge

• Medical Office Experience

• Medical Scheduling

• Physiology Knowledge

• Triage

• Phlebotomy

• Medical Coding

• Laboratory Experience

• Medical Terminology (10+ years)

• Supervising Experience

• Clerical Experience

• Patient Care

• Vital Signs

• Experience Administering Injections

• Ophthalmology Experience

• HIPAA

• Epic

• Medical Billing

• Office Management

• Ophthalmology

• Documentation review

• Computer Operation

• ICD-10

• Phone Etiquette

• Microsoft Powerpoint

• Medical scribing

• Hospital experience

Certifications and Licenses

IV Certification

March 2008 to Present

FA Infusion Certified

Ophthalmic Scribe Certification

April 2022

Certified Ophthalmic Scribe

Surgical Technologist

November 2005 to Present

Contact this candidate