QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Personable, client focused professional experienced in conducting
diagnostic tests; measuring and recording vision; testing eye muscle
function; inserting, removing, and caring for contact lenses; and applying
eye dressings. Competently assist physicians during minor surgeries,
maintain optical and surgical instruments, and administer eye medications.
Extensive knowledge in ophthalmic medications dealing with glaucoma,
cataracts, macular degeneration, and other diagnoses.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SAMPLE EYECARE AND LASER CENTER, Sample, TX—since 2000
Serve as Senior Ophthalmic Assistant for a busy, fast-paced ophthalmic
practice. Perform patient histories, vision screenings, pupil exams, and
precise manifest refractions. Assist with a variety of minor surgical and
laser procedures. Quickly build trust and rapport with patients, educating
them on treatment procedures. Streamline administrative procedures to
ensure efficiency of clinic operations.
Selected Contributions:
• Act as a primary source of expertise, guidance, and support to a team of
three ophthalmic assistants.
• Selected to learn and operate new equipment purchased for diagnostic
testing; trained ophthalmic assistants in proper equipment operation.
• Maintain all diagnostic equipment; calibrate equipment as needed; and
schedule servicing in accordance with product warranty requirements.
• Ensure accurate inventory of clinic and office supplies; cut costs by
negotiating purchase price with approved vendors.
EDUCATION
Ophthalmic Formal Clinic Training Program
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
CERTIFICATION
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology