BENEDICTA OZOEMENA
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Versatile Medical and Administrative professional well-versed in healthcare practices, compliance standards and operations. Excellent problem-solver and clear communicator with positive and upbeat personality. A team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Eye Care Consultant
Specsavers Canada
08.2023 - Current
- Performed pretests for the doctor.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
- Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
- Enhanced patient care by providing tailored guidance and support to individuals and families.
- Conducted regular follow-ups with clients to assess progress, address challenges, and adjust care plans as needed.
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Optometrist
Nisa Garki Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Established referral networks with ophthalmologists for surgical co-management, enhancing overall patient care options available at the practice.
- Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera.
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough eye examinations and personalized care.
Optometrist
Cypress Eye Centre
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough eye examinations and personalized care.
- Addressed emergency ocular situations such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate followup.
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by streamlining appointment scheduling and record-keeping processes.
- Educated patients on preventative eye care, reducing the incidence of vision-related issues in the community.
- Mentored optometry students during their clinical rotations, fostering professional development for future practitioners.
Volunteer Coordinator
DREAMS- Donating Resources Edu. And Motivational
12.2017 - 06.2022
- Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability
- Developed volunteer policies and procedures, codes of conduct, and volunteer standards
- Sourced for sponsorship from people and companies
- Facilitated regular meetings with volunteers to provide feedback and discuss improvement opportunities.
Education
Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Health Analytics
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC05.2025
Doctor Of Optometry - Optometry
Abia State University, Uturu
Nigeria09.2020
Skills
- Highly organized and efficient
- Basic computer skills; Microsoft word, Excel, Good Record keeping and management Adobe acrobat, Outlook etc
- Great interpersonal relationship and communication
- Clerical and Filing Support
- Medical Services Administration
- Interpreting physician orders
- Technical Support and Assistance
- Team work
- Critical thinking and problem solving ability
- Good verbal, written and communication skills
Certification
Standard First Aid- with CPR -CAED
Additional Information - Credentials And Licenses
Driver license (Full)
Hobbies and Interests
- Music
- Movies
- Traveling
- Playing tennis and Badminton
- Eager to learn new things.
References
References available on request.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Nigerian Optometric Association
Additional Information
Certifications:
- Standard First Aid-with CPR-C -AED
- ODORBN License
Timeline
Eye Care Consultant
Specsavers Canada
08.2023 - Current
Optometrist
Cypress Eye Centre
01.2022 - 12.2022
Optometrist
Nisa Garki Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
Volunteer Coordinator
DREAMS- Donating Resources Edu. And Motivational
12.2017 - 06.2022
Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Health Analytics
Okanagan College
Doctor Of Optometry - Optometry
Abia State University, Uturu
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