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JOSHUA OGBUWA

Waterloo,ON

Summary

Efficient Optometrist Assistant with proven track record of high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly and accurately. Skilled in patient care, equipment sterilization, and appointment scheduling, ensuring smooth operation of optometry practices. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, using these soft skills to enhance patient experiences and support optometrists effectively.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Optometrist Assistant

Barakat Optical
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2021 - 03.2025
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and provided them with the necessary forms to complete their visit.
  • Prepared exam rooms for upcoming visits by stocking shelves with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment is functioning properly.
  • Communicated effectively with optometrists regarding patient needs or concerns.
  • Verified insurance coverage and collected payments from patients or other third-party payers.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments used during exams or procedures according to established protocols.
  • Assisted optometrists in examining patients, including providing preliminary patient screenings and taking patient medical histories.
  • Provided assistance with fitting frames for eyeglasses or contacts lenses.
  • Managed daily operations within the office including ordering supplies, processing paperwork, answering phones.
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, routine examinations, and maintaining patient records.
  • Participated in continuing education activities to stay up-to-date on industry best practices.
  • Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
  • Managed and maintained patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Optometrist

Niger Optical
Enugu, Nigeria
03.2015 - 12.2020
  • Performed comprehensive eye exams, including refractions and visual field tests.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as tonometry and pachymetry to measure intraocular pressure and corneal thickness.
  • Prescribed eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct vision problems.
  • Educated patients on proper use of corrective lenses, hygiene and safety precautions related to vision care.
  • Provided referrals when necessary to specialists who can provide additional services or treatments not available in the practice setting.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Optometry

Abia State University
Uturu, Nigeria
09-2014

Skills

  • Patient care and support
  • Equipment maintenance and sterilization
  • Insurance verification and processing
  • Medical record management
  • Optical dispensing and fitting
  • Frame adjustments
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Customer service and relations
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills
  • Payment processing
  • Medical terminology expertise
  • Frame selection assistance
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Limited

Certification

Intern Optician (College of Opticians Ontario)

Standard First Aid & CPR (Canadian Red Cross)

Accomplishments

I received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Department of Optometry at the College of Applied Medical Sciences at King Saud University for my efforts in training students in the Associate Diploma in Opticianry at Al-Barakat Optical.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Optometrist Assistant

Barakat Optical
01.2021 - 03.2025

Optometrist

Niger Optical
03.2015 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Optometry

Abia State University

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