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Ochuko Ekewenu

Ottawa,Ontario

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in patient care. Proven ability to enhance clinic flow through effective triage and appointment management. Bilingual with strong leadership and critical thinking skills, adept at conducting diagnostic testing and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Committed to delivering exceptional client service. Bilingual medical office assistant with expertise in patient care and critical thinking. Proven ability to optimize scheduling and enhance communication for improved patient experiences.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Secretary/Medical Office Assistant

Openfield Medical Centre
Ottawa, Ontario
11.2025 - Current
  • Optimized patient scheduling using electronic health record systems to enhance appointment flow.
  • Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to improve service delivery.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for medical records, ensuring compliance and accessibility.
  • Prepared comprehensive medical charts for daily appointments and procedures.
  • Verified patient demographics and insurance information before visits or procedures.
  • Monitored patient messages via email and phone, responding promptly.
  • Transmitted medical records accurately through mail, email, or fax.
  • Facilitated compassionate communication with patients while ensuring confidentiality.

Patient Care

Nuvo Eye Centre
Orleans, Canada
07.2023 - 10.2025
  • Delivered quality customer service to all patients at Orleans Clinic.
  • Triaged emergencies and prioritized patient needs to enhance care delivery.
  • Managed patient check-in and check-out processes for optimal clinic flow.
  • Coordinated appointment bookings, reminders, and rescheduling for efficient scheduling.
  • Reviewed and updated documents to ensure patient privacy and compliance.
  • Processed payments and invoices.
  • Direct bill to insurance companies.
  • Verify eligibility through OHIP and ODSP

Diagnostics

  • Conducted diagnostic testing and updated patient charts for accurate records.
  • Handled sterilization of medical equipment to maintain safety standards.
  • Administered diagnostic tests, including Auto-Refractor, Retinal Scan, Visual Fields, OCT, and Topography, to support eye exams.
  • Administered drops to patients.

Cashier/Front End

Dessureault Your Independent Grocer
Orleans, Canada
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Delivered quality customer service to patrons, effectively managing challenging interactions.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to resolve issues and preemptively address potential problems.
  • Reviewed product pricing to ensure competitiveness and accuracy.
  • Processed debit and credit payments efficiently, maintaining transaction integrity.

Youth Leader - six-one-three United Student Ministries

LifeCentre Youth Group
Orleans, Canada
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Counseled and supported youth in addressing everyday challenges.
  • Executed technical support for hybrid and livestream Zoom lessons.
  • Facilitated activities for Junior High and Senior High students aged 12 to 18.
  • Listened attentively to student issues, offering solutions and necessary resources.
  • Managed Instagram social media accounts to enhance outreach.
  • Created and organized engaging games for Zoom and Instagram interactions.
  • Debriefed team members post-group sessions, highlighting key takeaways.

Assistant Leader Volunteer

Child Care Woodvale Pentecostal Church
Ottawa, Canada
09.2015 - 03.2020
  • Developed and executed lesson plans for children aged two to ten in groups of up to 15.
  • Facilitated engaging Sunday School lessons while ensuring a supportive learning environment.
  • Monitored the physical and emotional well-being of children during 90-minute sessions.
  • Coordinated snack organization, prioritizing allergy precautions for all participants.

Math and English Kumon Instructor

Kumon Learning Program
Ottawa, Canada
06.2016 - 08.2019
  • Instructed students and explained mathematics and English concepts.
  • Graded and conducted performance evaluations.
  • Marked and corrected Kumon homework.
  • Understood students' disabilities and learning styles.
  • Adapted my teaching style to accommodate students' learning needs.
  • Taught in both English and French.
  • Evaluated students to determine if they are ready to move up a level.
  • Prepared, organized, and stored information.

Education

BA - Psychology

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
09.2025

Bilingual Certificate - French and English

St. Peter Catholic High School
Ottawa, ON
06.2019

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Client service
  • Patient Care
  • Leadership
  • Teaching
  • Critical thinking
  • Working under pressure
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Excel
  • Crisis triage
  • OD Office pro
  • E-Vision Care

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Secretary/Medical Office Assistant

Openfield Medical Centre
11.2025 - Current

Patient Care

Nuvo Eye Centre
07.2023 - 10.2025

Cashier/Front End

Dessureault Your Independent Grocer
05.2021 - 07.2023

Youth Leader - six-one-three United Student Ministries

LifeCentre Youth Group
08.2019 - 07.2021

Math and English Kumon Instructor

Kumon Learning Program
06.2016 - 08.2019

Assistant Leader Volunteer

Child Care Woodvale Pentecostal Church
09.2015 - 03.2020

BA - Psychology

University of Ottawa

Bilingual Certificate - French and English

St. Peter Catholic High School
Ochuko Ekewenu