WORK EXPERIENCE
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
MEI - Orlando, FL
July 2019 to Present
Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history. Acts as scribe while physician examines patient entering data into electronic medical records or handwrites in paper chart, oversees patient flow.
Is able to take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity. Is able to perform lensometry, refractometry, applanation tonometry, basic muscle balance testing, assess pupils, assess the anterior chamber, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam. Administer diagnostic tests. Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician. Assists with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, sets up and cleans up from procedures. Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures.
Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants. Assists with patient education.
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the work day. Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer. Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism. COA
AMY
CAWOOD
COA
Winter Springs, FL 32708
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Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Eye Physicians Of Central Florida
May 2005 to July 2019
Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history. Acts as scribe while physician examines patient entering data into electronic medical records or handwrites in paper chart, oversees patient flow.
Is able to take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity. Is able to perform lensometry, refractometry, applanation tonometry, basic muscle balance testing, assess pupils, assess the anterior chamber, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam. Administer diagnostic tests. Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician. Assists with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, sets up and cleans up from procedures. Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures.
Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants. Assists with patient education.
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the work day. Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer. Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism. EDUCATION
High school diploma
Monroe High School - Monroe, MI
1994
SKILLS
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Certified Ophthalmic AssistantHistory takingVisual acuity measurementRefractometry (measurements for the glasses prescription)Tonometry (measure eye pressure)Measure pupil size and reactivityTest and measure eye muscle functionVisual field testingCorneal thickness measurementCorneal curvature measurementCorneal topographyRetinal nerve fiber layer measurementRetinal thickness and topographyFluorescein angiographyA and B-scan ultrasonographyAssist with contact lens fitting, and patient instructionPrepare for and assist with in-office proceduresSurgical assisting (10+ years)
• Medical Terminology (10+ years)
• EMR Systems (7 years)
• Triage (10+ years)
• Medical Scheduling (10+ years)
• Medical Billing (10+ years)
• Medical Records (10+ years)
• Insurance Verification (10+ years)
• HIPAA (10+ years)
• Ophthalmology Experience (10+ years)
• Experience Administering Injections (10+ years)
• Epic (5 years)
• ICD-10 (6 years)
• Medical Office Experience (10+ years)
• QuickBooks (10+ years)
• Anatomy Knowledge (10+ years)
• Hospital Experience (10+ years)
• CPT Coding
• Medical Coding
• Patient Care
• Physiology Knowledge
• Clerical Experience
• ICD-9
• ICD Coding
• Vital Signs
• Quality Assurance
• Transcription
• Cerner
• Laboratory Experience
• Auditing
• Accounting
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Phone EtiquettePhone Etiquette
• Phone Etiquette
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
November 2006 to Present
ASSESSMENTS
Active Listening — Completed
October 2020
Actively listening and appropriately responding in conversations. Full results: Completed
First Aid — Familiar
October 2020
Treating common medical emergencies.
Full results: Familiar
Customer Focus & Orientation — Proficient
May 2020
Responding to customer situations with sensitivity. Full results: Proficient
Scheduling — Familiar
May 2020
Cross-referencing agendas and itineraries to avoid scheduling conflicts. Full results: Familiar
Verbal Communication — Highly Proficient
May 2020
Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely.
Full results: Highly Proficient
Attention to Detail — Familiar
June 2019
Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information. Full results: Familiar
Sales Skills — Completed
June 2019
Using influence and negotiation techniques to engage with and persuade customers. Full results: Completed
Medical Terminology — Proficient
June 2019
Understanding and using medical terminology.
Full results: Proficient
Electronic Health Records: Best Practices — Highly Proficient May 2020
Knowledge of EHR data, associated privacy regulations, and best practices for EHR use. Full results: Highly Proficient
Work Style: Conscientiousness — Highly Proficient
November 2020
Tendency to be well-organized, rule-abiding, and hard-working. Full results: Highly Proficient
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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