Training for ophthalmic assistants
Training Topics
Ophthalmic Theory
- Ocular and basic systemic anatomy
- Ocular and systemic disease processes
- Documentation in medical records
- Ophthalmic lasers and premium IOLs
Ophthalmic Technical Skills
- History-taking
- Visual acuity ophthalmic training
- Manual lensometry
- Plus or minus refractometry
- Slit lamp biomicroscopy
- Pupil assessment
- Confrontational visual field
- Applanation tonometry
- Amsler grid
- Motility
- Manual keratometry
- Dilation and drops used
- Ishihara color testing
More Options
- Additional technical training in diagnostic procedures
- Team building
- Front desk ophthalmic testing
- Other training upon request
Your trainer
Denese A. Smith, AAS, COT, COE, OSC
I have over 30 years experience in the ophthalmic field. I am a certified ophthalmic executive, ophthalmic technician and scribe. I am a practice administrator. I attended Indiana University, Oakton Community College and graduated from Triton College.
I am a former site manager and evaluator for the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology for the technician certification practicle exam.
The scope of my experience includes;
general ophthalmology, refractive surgery, electrophysiology, cornea, pediatrics, oculoplastics, retina and glaucoma. I have worked in both private and university-based settings.
I am well-versed in the day to day operations of an ophthalmic office including scheduling, billing, coding, revenue cycle management, contract negotiations, staff training, policy and procedure development and implementation.
Professional Organization Affiliations
American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives
American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators
Illinois Medical Group Management Association
Health Practice Advisors, Chicago, IL
Building a foundation for success!