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Makenzie Catalano

Norfolk

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Opthalmic Technician

Virginia Eye Consultants
2023.01 - Current
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate diagnostic testing.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal patient care and equipment maintenance.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently managing appointment schedules and coordinating with other staff members.
  • Increased patient understanding of their eye conditions through clear explanations and demonstrations of treatment plans.
  • Optimized clinic efficiency by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ophthalmic technology advancements and best practices.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to all patients, addressing concerns promptly and compassionately.
  • Performed thorough medical history assessments as part of the pre-examination process for new patients.
  • Provided timely follow-up care for post-operative patients, ensuring successful recovery and addressing any complications promptly.
  • Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
  • Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
  • Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility, encouraging more efficient operations and boosting patient satisfaction.

Director of Marketing and Advertising

American Dream Spaces
2022.07 - 2023.01
  • Assisted with development of event strategies and tactical plans to promote accomplishment of marketing goals.
  • Transformed corporate website and social media platforms to better engage customers and promote sales.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies and product commercialization.

Caregiver

John Leffler
2022.10 - 2023.02
  • Assisted client with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with client to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided compassionate and client-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of client by assisting with bathing, dressing, and personal grooming.

Family Nanny

Cody Nystrom
2020.03 - 2022.06
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.

Special Needs Nanny

Hank Campbell
2018.08 - 2020.03
  • Communicated well with children, guardians and medical professionals.
  • Arranged transportation and accompanied children to doctors' offices and errands.
  • Analyzed overall child performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tidewater Community College
Chesapeake, VA

Skills

  • Needs Assessment
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Regulating Schedules
  • Boundary Setting
  • Problem-Solving and Reasoning
  • Maintaining Safe Environment
  • Computer Use
  • Household Management
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Issue Resolution
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Chart documentation
  • Manual refractions
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Relations
  • Medical History Documentation

Timeline

Opthalmic Technician

Virginia Eye Consultants
2023.01 - Current

Caregiver

John Leffler
2022.10 - 2023.02

Director of Marketing and Advertising

American Dream Spaces
2022.07 - 2023.01

Family Nanny

Cody Nystrom
2020.03 - 2022.06

Special Needs Nanny

Hank Campbell
2018.08 - 2020.03

High School Diploma -

Tidewater Community College
Makenzie Catalano