ROCHELLE SNYDER
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Professional with proven expertise in ophthalmic care, demonstrating strong technical skills in diagnostic testing, patient management, and equipment handling. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable support in fast-paced environments. Strong communication abilities, attention to detail, and focus on delivering exceptional results in patient care and clinical operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Assistant
Arizona Glaucoma Specialist
09.2017 - Current
- I first worked at the Desert Ridge office starting in 2017 until 2020. Then I started in the Scottsdale office in 2022 to now.
- Conducted visual field testing using specialized computer software programs.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to update patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and sterilized for use during exams.
- Prepared examination rooms prior to patient visits by ensuring cleanliness and stocking supplies accordingly.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient files, ordering supplies and managing correspondence.
- Dilated patients' eyes to perform tonometry and determine patient intraocular pressure.
Ophthalmic Assistant
Glaucoma Center of Arizona
03.2016 - 07.2017
- I worked for Dr. Corey Batiste for one year until he moved his practice.
- Processed insurance claims in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment on a regular basis.
- Prepared examination rooms prior to patient visits by ensuring cleanliness and stocking supplies accordingly.
- Maintained detailed records of patients' medical histories, diagnoses, treatments and test results.
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment such as fundus cameras, optical coherence tomography machines, slit lamps and non-contact tonometers.
- Provided patient education regarding eye health care and vision correction options.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient files, processing payments, ordering supplies and managing correspondence.
Ophthalmic Assistant
Anew Vision
02.2016 - 03.2016
- An externship at Anew Vision Eye Specialist with Dr Anuradha Paturi for a month and a half
- Learning the basics of the role of an ophthalmic technician.
Education
Medical Billing and Coding Certification -
Devry University
Chicago, IL11.2024
Certification of Competency - Ophthalmic Assistant
GateWay Community College
Phoenix, AZ05.2016
Skills
- Prior Authorization-Medications, Lasers Procedures and Surgeries
- Testing: OCT, Fundus, HVF, FDT, Topography, Tonopen, Goldmann, pachymetry & A-scan: Lenstar LS 900
- Triaging
- Medical History Taking
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Coding
- Appointment Scheduling
- Insurance Verification
- Empathy and Compassion
- Organizational Skills
- Chart documentation
- Patient care
- Ophthalmic terminology
Timeline
Ophthalmic Assistant
Arizona Glaucoma Specialist
09.2017 - Current
Ophthalmic Assistant
Glaucoma Center of Arizona
03.2016 - 07.2017
Ophthalmic Assistant
Anew Vision
02.2016 - 03.2016
Medical Billing and Coding Certification -
Devry University
Certification of Competency - Ophthalmic Assistant
GateWay Community College
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