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Candidate Info
13
years in workforce
5
years at this job
HS
High School Diploma
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Specialized in efficient patient work ups, including obtaining a complete patient medical and ocular history, visual acuity, manual lensometry and keratometry, assessed intraocular pressure using Tono pen, I-care and applanation, manifest refractions, pupil assessment, motility, confrontational visual fields and scribing.
- Performed special testing including Pachymetry, Topography, OCT, Humphrey Visual Fields, A-scan immersion and IOL Master.
- Maintained patient flow for physicians in an efficient manner.
- Proficient in EMR/EHR as well as paper chart documenting.
- Specialized in patient interaction to inform patients of their diagnosis, conditions and procedures, and/or surgical intervention needed.
- Setup sterile field with instrumentation and assisted physicians with intra ocular injections and minor surgical procedures.
Candidate Info
4
years in workforce
2
years at this job
HS
High School Diploma
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (c.o.a.) & Lasik Counselor
- Educated patients regarding refractive surgery marketing and patient education for refractive procedures
- Coordinated surgeries and the involved paperwork for multiple locations and types of procedures
- As a C.O.A. performed preliminary testing upon clinical patients to prepare them for the physician (see skills and qualifications)
- Planned and used marketing tools and provided community outreach (health fairs etc.) to capture refractive procedure candidates
Candidate Info
29
years in workforce
3
years at this job
Surgical Technology
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (coa)
Direct patient care which included history taking and vision testing, autorefractions, obtaining ICARE measurements, BAT testing, color testing and stereo testing
- Primarily in charge of all Visual Field testing, OCT scans, pachymetry, topography and Fundus Photography
- Also primarily in charge of all contact lens ordering and dispensing, CL revenue inventory and trial lens inventory, and all VSP insurance claim processing for contact lenses.
- Assisted registration when needed in telephone triage and scheduling appointments
Candidate Info
4
years in workforce
1
year at this job
Biology
Ophthalmic Course 4v031
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Evaluated patients for mainly glaucoma, cataract surgery, and refractive surgery
- Educated patients on proper contact lens technique and hygiene
- Set up for in office procedures, ie: chalazion, YAG laser capsulotomy and iridotomy
- Evaluated patients for military entry
- Prescribed drops to patients under provider through Allscripts
- Helped administration with booking appointments and triage
Candidate Info
12
years in workforce
4
years at this job
HS
High School Diploma
AS
Business
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Assisted with preparing patients for exams, including auto refractions, manifest refractions, lensometry, pressure checking, motility, corneal readings, etc.
- Performed diagnostic testing such as Visual fields, Ocular coherence tomography, Specular microscopy, Fundus photos, Pachymetry.
- Transcribed with physicians.
- Assisted in training of future ophthalmic technicians.
Candidate Info
6
years in workforce
3
years at this job
BA
Business Management
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Measure for intraocular lenses to be used in cataract surgery by use of an A-scan ultrasound, manual keratometry, pentacam and specular microscopy.
- Complete pre and post operative charts for cataract surgery and blepharoplasties.
- Perform patient's preliminary eye exam for the Ophthalmologists and Optometrists which includes obtaining complete medical history, vision acuity, EOM's, CVF's, application tonometry, color and stereo testing, checking pupils, and properly documenting all information into the electronic health record.
- Scribing for the doctors during their examination.
- Assisting in minor treatment procedures as needed.
- Training of new staff and providing the Clinical Manager feedback on the employee's progress.
Candidate Info
13
years in workforce
4
years at this job
Medical Administrative Assistant
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Assist with laser and instruments for refractive surgery
- Certified through LENSAR to assist with LENSAR laser operation for cataract surgery
- Obtain chief complaint and past medical history from patients
- Perform Pentacam, OCT, Wavescan, OPD, IOLM Master, Manual A-scan, Cassini, Visual Fields, and Lipiview
- Assist with IPL's
- Daily chart audits to check for billing and technician errors
Candidate Info
4
years in workforce
7
months at this job
HS
Prerequisites
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant II
Gathering information needed for the doctor to perform a full eye appointment work up.
- Having the instruments prepared for the doctor for various in office procedures.
- Assisting in special testing needed for the patient to help the doctor with his findings.
- Taking and replying to the doctor's messages and refilling prescriptions as needed.
- Daily restocking rooms.
Candidate Info
12
years in workforce
8
years at this job
HS
High School Diploma
Psychology
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Maintain and set up patient rooms, Utilize PC to enter and retrieve patient data, assist with patient and family education, Refractive Screenings
- History taking, vision, IOP, manifests, auto refractions, administer drops, pupil evaluations, CVF, Amsler Grids evaluation, motility, keratometry, color plates evaluations, order lab work per MD request, applanation
- Assist with intravitreal (Avastin, Lucentis, & Eylea) injections, assist in ocular plastic minor procedures, assist in PRK, LASIK, and Cross Linking
- Humphrey VF, Cirrus OCT, Fundus Photos, Pentacam (Corneal Topography, Immersion & Contact A-Scans, IOL Master, B-Scans, UBM, Pachymetry, Tonopen, Specular Microscopy, Wave Scan, calibrate machines, sterilize and clean instruments
- Assist in Staff Scheduling, train new technicians, order supplies, take care of call backs and disability forms
Candidate Info
8
years in workforce
3
months at this job
C
Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program
AS
Associate of Science
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Coordinate patient flow.
- Prepares patient for physician.
- Ability to obtain chief complaint and history of present illness.
- Instill ocular medications.
- Measure intraocular pressure by tonopen and applanation tonometry.
- Maintain ophthalmic equipment.Prepares patients for injections.
Candidate Info
11
years in workforce
1
year at this job
BA
Psychology
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Patient work ups: Visual acuity, history taking, Auto refraction, Manual refraction, IOP by applanation and tonopen, post op instruction, explanation of procedures before consent.
- Measurements for cataract surgery patients involving: A-Scan, Immersion, IOL Master, Manual K's, Topography, Macula OCT, pupillometry, eye dominance, stereo fly test, White to White measurement.
- Other testing: Fundus photos, ASOCT, ONOCT, MacOCT, color plates
- Sterilization of instruments
- Assist administrative staff as needed: answering phones, pulling charts, data entry, filing
Candidate Info
9
years in workforce
11
months at this job
AS
Associate of Science
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Trained technicians, wrote protocols for new hires, and acted as one of 2 study coordinators for PEDIG studies.
- Provides a detailed history regarding chief complaint, past ocular history, present past medical history, family and social history, medications and dosage, allergies.
- Examinations to include visual acuity, stereo acuity, color vision, basic ocular motility, and assessment of IOP and pupils.
- Knowledge of pharmacology, ocular terminology, anatomy and physiology of the eye.
- Testing and knowledge of the Goldman visual field, HVF, OCT, Optos, and OCT.
- Patient education and services for patients including instruction on instilling ocular medication and contacts including soft and rigid, and proper wear of an eye patch.
- Infection control principles and sterilization procedures.
- Pre/post op education for surgical procedures including limitation and restrictions, patching and shield usage when necessary. Documents in EMR.
- Direct patient flow, arrange medical tests, and triage calls.
- Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and instruments for daily use.
Candidate Info
8
years in workforce
4
years at this job
Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Scheduling patient exams and necessary vision screenings
- Completing Faxes and prior authorizations
- Chart filing and Scanning of documents
- Utilized conferences, chart notes, and phone conversations to keep patients informed
- Used EMR to enter patient information details
Candidate Info
4
years in workforce
9
months at this job
C
Medical Assistant
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Prepare patients for examination
- Vision testing and refractions
- Applination tonometry
- Working with multiple doctors
- Testing (i.e. Humphrey Visual Fields, CIRRUS OCT, IOL Master)
Candidate Info
11
years in workforce
6
years at this job
BA
International Studies
French
Religion
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Gather patient medical history, chief complaint, and any information pertinent pertinent to the visit.
- Assist physician during medical examination and minor procedures.
- Ensure physician's Plan of Care is carried out.
- Patient education.
- Answer and place phone calls to patients as needed.
- Front Desk/Reception duties as needed.
- Train new hires as needed.
Candidate Info
18
years in workforce
6
years at this job
Medical/dental Technology
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Responsible for performing patients exams.
- Taking patient history, medications and allergies
- Checking visual acuity
- Refracting patients
- Checking eye pressure
- Dilating patients
- Preforming other tests required by the doctor
- Surgery scheduler
Candidate Info
7
years in workforce
2
years at this job
BS
Biology
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Provide accurate and thorough patient workup
- Maintain SOP's to ensure HIPAA compliance
- Assist ophthalmologist with minor in office procedures following sterile technique
Candidate Info
9
years in workforce
1
year at this job
AS
Business Administration
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- Electronic health record experience
- Scribe with multiple Doctors/Specialists
- Take accurate history and medical information
- Take Visual Fields and Optic Coherence Tomography
- Take Tonometry test, Visual acuities and Topography
- Proficient with manual phoropter refractions
- Make sure patient feels taken care of
Candidate Info
14
years in workforce
3
years at this job
BS
Bachelor of Science
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/ Surgical Assistant/ Biometrist
- Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories.
- Perform a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information, refracting, intraocular pressures, motility, visual fields, PAM and BAT tests, A-Scan ultrasonography, fundus photography and OCT.
- Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures in the office including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation.
- Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.
- Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Assist the surgeons with Laser refractive cataract surgeries at Conroe Surgery Center
Candidate Info
39
years in workforce
8
years at this job
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/scribe
- Complete Patient Work Ups for Doctor
- Perform Ancillary testing
- Scribe with the physician
- Complete all prescription refills
- Triage Patients
Candidate Info
6
years in workforce
4
years at this job
AS
Business
BS
Fashion Merchandising
Medical Assistant and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
- EMR used: iMedicware
- Personal technician/scribe and scrub nurse for Dr. Betsy Luo, MD
- Assisting the doctor during patient exams, in-office procedures, and surgeries
Candidate Info
12
years in workforce
3
years at this job
AS
Liberal Arts And Sciences
Medical Laboratory Science
JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/ophthalmic Photographer/surgical Technician
- Perform fluorescein angiography
- Execute ophthalmic photography
- Conduct ultrasound, A/B-scans, and OCT diagnostic testing
- Manage and assist with IV anti-VEGF administration
- Perform Lasik procedures with Alcon WaveLight as a certified technician
- Assist in oculoplastic surgery as a skilled technician
- Practice sterile techniques and proper surgical instrument sterilization
- Work well in an environment that requires multi-tasking
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