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Patient Care Ophthalmic Assistant

Location:
Savannah, GA
Posted:
February 18, 2025

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JESSICA DOBBINS

*******.*.*******@*****.*** 912-***-**** Savannah, GA 31401

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with comprehensive experience in patient care, medical terminology, and clinical procedures. Demonstrates strong skills in visual acuity testing, tonometry, and administering eye medications. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization within the clinic environment. Successfully contributes to improved patient outcomes through effective communication and empathetic patient care. Medical history taking

Ophthalmic imaging

Ophthalmic scribe

Optical coherence tomography

Instrument sterilization

Visual acuity testing

Color vision testing

Eye pressure monitoring

Ophthalmic terminology

Lensometry proficiency

Surgical assisting

Pupil evaluation

Slit-lamp biomicroscopy

Refractive error measurement

Ophthalmic patient care

Ophthalmic instrumentation

Tonometry proficiency

Patient scheduling

Fundus photography

Autorefractor knowledge

Corneal topography

Ocular motility assessment

Phoropter operation

Georgia Eye Associates Savannah, GA

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

08/2006 - Current

Assisted the doctor in preparing for surgeries by sterilizing instruments and setting up operating room equipment.

Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.

Conducted pre- and post-operative care, providing patients with detailed instructions and follow-up.

Managed inventory of clinical supplies, placing orders before depletion to avoid disruptions.

Assisted during in-office surgical procedures and collected ultrasound images.

Managed patient flow to optimize clinic efficiency and minimize wait times.

Triaged clinical issues to help professionals focus on appointments and maximize time.

Administered diagnostic tests to detect glaucoma, retinal detachment and other eye diseases.

Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success. Responded to patient inquiries, offering empathetic support and accurate information.

Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked Summary

Skills

Experience

questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.

Reviewed patient histories prior to scheduled appointments to ensure accuracy of information.

Prepared medications for administration under the direction of an ophthalmologist or optometrist.

Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments for treatment or to aid in diagnostics.

Participated in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of advancements in ophthalmic technology and techniques. Educated patients on eye health, including disease prevention and the importance of regular eye exams.

Utilized electronic medical records systems to enter patient data, improving clinic efficiency and record-keeping accuracy. Transferred knowledge by training ophthalmic assistants, technicians and interns.

Answered phones in a courteous manner while responding promptly to inquiries from patients or their families.

William Michael Gaynier, D.O.

Cincinnati, Ohio

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

06/1996 - 03/2006

Assisted the doctor in preparing for surgeries by sterilizing instruments and setting up operating room equipment.

Screened patients for issues and eye diseases, checking visual acuity, color plates, pupil dilation and papillary function.

Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests. Conducted pre- and post-operative care, providing patients with detailed instructions and follow-up.

Managed inventory of clinical supplies, placing orders before depletion to avoid disruptions.

Assisted during in-office surgical procedures and collected ultrasound images.

Managed patient flow to optimize clinic efficiency and minimize wait times.

Triaged clinical issues to help professionals focus on appointments and maximize time.

Administered diagnostic tests to detect glaucoma, retinal detachment and other eye diseases.

Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success. Responded to patient inquiries, offering empathetic support and accurate information.

Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.

Reviewed patient histories prior to scheduled appointments to ensure accuracy of information.

Prepared medications for administration under the direction of an ophthalmologist or optometrist.

Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments for treatment or to aid in diagnostics.

Monitored patient progress during post-operative visits to assess healing process.

Instructed and educated patients on prescriptions and provider instructions to optimize treatment plans.

Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.

Promoted healthy vision by counseling and educating patients. Applied eye drops and medications as prescribed by the ophthalmologist. Kept examination rooms, clinical areas and equipment clean and patient- ready.

Educated patients on eye health, including disease prevention and the importance of regular eye exams.

Roger Bacon High School Cincinnati, Ohio

High School Diploma

05/1989

Education and Training



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