Kayla Pettengill
@kaylapettengill
Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Assistant delivering precise patient care and efficient clinical support.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a dedicated, detail-oriented Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Assistant with over 6 years of experience supporting ophthalmologists with patient care, examinations, and procedures. I assist with maintaining a sterile environment, supporting instrumentation, and helping ensure clear views during in-office and surgical workflows.
I perform diagnostic testing including visual fields, topography, and retinal imaging, and I accurately document results. I also manage patient scheduling and medical records to improve clinic efficiency while keeping communication patient-centered.
I strengthen patient outcomes through education—developing patient education materials tailored to individual pathology and supporting postoperative care with clear, practical guidance. I bring strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems to every clinic day.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical
The Eye Institute of Corpus Christi
Mar 2019 - Dec 2025 (6 years 9 months)
Assisted ophthalmologists during cataract and ophthalmic procedures while maintaining sterile conditions and proper instrumentation. Performed diagnostic testing (visual fields, topography, retinal imaging), managed scheduling/medical records, and supported in-office laser procedures with patient postoperative education.
Oral Surgery Assistant
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Associates of MI
Jun 2018 - Mar 2019 (9 months)
Recorded patient health information and current symptoms and organized prior visit records for clinical review. Collected vitals and imaging for interpretation and assisted clinicians during procedures while supporting a clear, unobstructed surgical site.
Oral Surgeon Assistant
Steven Wolf DDS And Associates
Feb 2018 - Jun 2018 (4 months)
Captured patient health histories and documented symptoms, vitals, and imaging records for dentist review. Assisted during oral/maxillofacial procedures by retracting, sponging, and suctioning to maintain clear surgical fields, and provided pre/post-surgical care instructions.
Tanning and Fitness Consultant
Golden Tan and Fit One for Women
Feb 2014 - Jan 2018 (3 years 11 months)
Educated clients on tanning safety and equipment use, tailoring recommendations to skin types and product knowledge. Tracked weekly client progress in a secure system, mentored clients on performance goals, and maintained clean/safe equipment by sanitizing and inspecting it before use.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Dorsey School of Business
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Medical Assisting
Earned a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential at Dorsey School of Business in 2018.
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Basic Life Support (BLS)
2017 -
Completed Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association in 2017.
JCAHPO
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC), Ophthalmic Scribing
2021 -
Obtained Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) from JCAHPO in 2021.
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