Remote full time
Resume:
Rebekah Knight-Light
Avon Park, Fl 33825
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Professional Summary:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with over 32 years of experience in ophthalmology, patient assessment, and medical imaging. Skilled in OCT, Optos, Bscan, Pentacam, EMR systems, billing, and coding. Holds Ophthalmic Scribe, Billing, and Coding certifications. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and strong organizational skills. Seeking to contribute expertise and a strong work ethics to an ophthalmology team.
Work Experience:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Emory of LaGrange - LaGrange, GA
Jan 2023 - May 2025
- Collected detailed patient history and checked vision for accuracy before doctor exams
- Performed manual and automatic refraction and read glasses for prescription accuracy
- Conducted Tonopen/Icare or application and administered eye drops to prepare patients for exams
- Completed OCT, HVF, Optos, Bat/Glare, and corneal testing for comprehensive eye assessments
- Measured for cataract lens using Ascan and Pentacam, and performed Schirmer dry eye testing
- Assisted with laser procedures and supported doctors during surgeries
- Used Epic EMM for accurate patient record management
- Ensured compliance with OSHA safety standards in clinical settings Family Care Giver
My parents.
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
- Provided full-time care for parents, including stroke recovery and Alzheimer's support
- Managed daily living activities and coordinated medical appointments
- Maintained medication schedules and communicated with healthcare providers Ophthalmic Assistant
Emory of LaGrange - LaGrange, GA
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
- Collected patient history and performed vision checks and refraction
- Conducted Icare, Tonopen, and applanation tonometry for eye pressure measurement
- Administered eye drops and prepared patients for doctor exams
- Performed OCT, HVF, Optos, Bscan, and Ascan testing for cataract surgery
- Assisted with laser procedures and used EMA EMR for patient records Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Consultation of Atlanta - Atlanta, GA
Jan 2017 - Dec 2020
- Supported retina specialist by collecting patient history and checking vision
- Performed macular grid, color vision, Icare, and dilation testing
- Assisted with injections and laser treatments for retina patients
- Used EMA EMR for accurate patient documentation
Ophthalmic Assistant
Thomas Eye Group - Newnan, GA
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017
- Collected patient history and performed vision checks and refraction
- Conducted tonometry, applanation pressure, Tonopen, and Icare testing
- Dilated patients and performed OCT and topography
- Read glasses using both auto and manual methods
- Used EMR for patient records management
Ophthalmic Assistant
Carrollton Eye Clinic - Carrollton, GA
Jan 2001 - Dec 2013
- Collected patient history, checked vision, and performed refraction
- Conducted tonometry, applanation pressure, and dilation procedures
- Performed visual fields, Goldmann visual field, fluorescein angiography, fundus photo, HRT, OCT, wavescan, pach, BAT, RAM, topography, Ascan, Bscan, and contact lens fitting
- Managed check-out, answered phones, handled coding, insurance, statements, collections, deposits, and end-of-day reports
- Assisted Pearle Vision doctor on Saturdays
Ophthalmic Assistant / Office Manager
Jay S. Berger, M.D., P.C.
Jan 1996 - Dec 2001
- Collected patient history and performed vision checks and visual fields
- Conducted topography and assisted with fluorescein angiography
- Managed office operations, supervised employees, and scheduled patients and surgeries
- Handled collections, insurance, and various administrative tasks Check-In Clerk
Douglas Peds
Jan 1993 - Dec 1996
- Answered phones and checked in patients at the front desk
- Assisted with insurance and patient check-out at the end of the day
- Prepared charts and completed all front desk duties for daily operations Business Office Clerk
Tanner Medical Center
Jan 1987 - Dec 1993
- Discussed billing with patients upon hospital discharge
- Answered phones and assisted with insurance and refunds
- Completed daily deposit of insurance and self-pay payments Education:
High School Diploma
Central High School
Jan 1985 - Dec 1987
Skills:
- Ophthalmology procedures
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Optos imaging
- B-scan ultrasonography
- Pentacam corneal tomography
- Patient assessment
- Medical imaging equipment operation
- Eye refraction
- Visual field testing (HVF, Goldmann)
- Medical software (Epic EMM, EMA EMR)
Certifications:
CPR Certification
BLS Certification
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification
Billing and Coding Certification
Many Continuing Education Credits
Additional information:
Hobbies and Interests:
- Enjoy reading and walking, and spending quality time with grandchildren and three dogs.
- Passionate about cooking and creating crafts.
- Recently moved into a dream Barbie house that I loved so much from childhood, enjoying life back in Florida. It’s beautiful here.
Reference
Donna Kay Jones, Co-worker
Samantha Bonner, Daughter in law
Latoya Griffin, Lead Retina
Supervisor
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