Sahar Hassan
Northern Virginia Opthamology Associates
Fairfax
2
Languages
1
Certification
36
years of professional experience
An ophthalmic technician with a Bachelor's in Optometry and visual sciences. A skilled eye care professional who supports opthalmologists in diagnosis, treatment, and management of vision disorders. A strong foundation in ocular anatomy, physiology, optics with advanced diagnostic testing. Skilled in providing high quality patient care.
Work History
Optometric Technician
21 Years 5 Months- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times significantly.
- Trained new staff members on office protocols, equipment usage, and patient interaction techniques.
- Collaborated with optometrists to develop tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency within the clinic's daily workflow.
- Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries professionally and courteously both in-person and over the phone.
- Improved patient care by conducting comprehensive visual pre-testing procedures.
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients and optometrists, acting as a liaison for any concerns or questions.
- Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
- Filled and dispensed eyeglass prescriptions, fitting frames, lenses and contact lenses for comfort and convenience.
- Streamlined administrative processes by accurately maintaining patient records and insurance information.
- Strengthened relationships with returning patients through attentive follow-up calls regarding their eyewear orders.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently preparing examination rooms before appointments commenced.
- Fostered positive and welcoming clinic atmosphere, contributing to overall patient satisfaction and loyalty.
- Improved patient flow in clinic by efficiently pre-testing patients, including visual acuity and pressure tests.
- Implemented new inventory management system for optical aids, significantly reducing instances of stock shortages.
Optometric Technician
3 Years 7 Months- Operated specialized diagnostic equipment, including autorefractors and visual field analyzers.
- Assisted in patient examinations, ensuring accurate data collection and preparation for optometric evaluations.
- Educated patients on eyewear options, contact lens care, and proper eye health practices.
- Maintained inventory of optical supplies, optimizing stock levels to reduce shortages and improve service efficiency.
Optometrist
6 Years 8 Months- Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment to monitor patient eye health and identify potential issues.
- Implement new protocols to enhance patient care and streamline clinic operations.
- Mentor junior staff in best practices for patient interaction and examination procedures.
- Analyze patient feedback to improve service delivery and overall satisfaction rates.
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation and refractive state.
Optometrist
2 Years 6 Months- Conduct comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision and diagnose ocular conditions.
- Prescribe corrective lenses and educate patients on proper eyewear usage.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Participate in community outreach programs to promote eye health awareness and preventive care initiatives.
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Bachelor in Optometry - Optometry
Skills
Scheduling appointments
Visual field testing
Glaucoma screening
Retinal photography
Optometric equipment use
Refraction techniques
Optical measuring
Optical lab coordination
Scheduling appointments
Chart preparation
Appointment scheduling
Appointment setting
Customer education
Certification
- COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Optometric Technician
Northern Virginia Opthamology Associates
02.2005 - CurrentRead More
Optometric Technician
US Vision
07.2000 - 02.2004Read More
Optometrist
Alkharj Military Hospital
11.1992 - 07.1999Read More
Optometrist
Khartoum Eye Hospital
02.1990 - 08.1992Read More
Bachelor of Science from Optometry
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Al Neelain University
Bachelor in Optometry from Optometry
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