Mark Crellin, BBS DOB: **/**/****

***** ****** *** *** ******, Apt 110

Spring Valley, California 91978

H: 619-***-**** C: 619-***-****

Eligible to work in the United States: Yes

Professional Summary

I am a hard-working, multi-tasking person with great optometry and ophthalmic skills. I have worked

many years in both the optometry and ophthalmic fields performing all skills required in testing and pre-testing of patients, LASIK surgery assisting and any other duties as required by the doctor. This also includes the refraction of patients by use of the phoropter to assess a patient’s best visual acuity. I am highly organized and very meticulous with my work and enjoy being part of the team experience. I also have experience in warehouse, police officer and security fields.

Academic Education

BBS in Biblical Studies, History and Scripture, 2013-2016

Bachelors Degree, Onesimus Bible School – Long Beach, CA

COA, Ophthalmic Assistant, 2008-2013

JCAPHO at home Self-Study Guide with 1000 hours of on-the-job training – La Jolla, CA

ABO, Optician, 2000-2015

The Academy of Professional Careers – La Mesa, CA

Work Experience

Ophthalmic Assistant, 2008-2012

Sharp Rees-Stealy Pavillion – Kearny Mesa, CA

I performed all duties associated with the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Level and other duties as directed by the doctors and surgeons.

LASIK Assistant, 2004-2008

Motwani LASIK Eye Institute – La Jolla, CA

I assisted the surgeon in all LASIK procedures and provided pre-op and post-op patient care. I refracted patients to determine best visual acuity.

Optician, 2000-2004

Mira Mesa Optometry – Mira Mesa, CA

I performed pre-testing on all patients and worked in the on-site lab as Lab Manager cutting lenses and filling glasses prescriptions as prescribed by the doctor. I also instructed patients in the proper use and care of contact lenses and related health problems associated with contact lens wear.

Military Service

Branch: United States Air Force, 1982-1991

Service Country: United States with Honorable Discharge

Rank: SSgt – E5

I served for nine years. I was a member of Special Security Forces in the Pacific Air Forces, Japan, as an Elite Guard and Escort for Commanding Officers throughout the Pacific Theater. I was a Fire Team Leader at Minot AFB, directing my team in the protection of resources vital to national security and I was secretary to the Commander of the 740th Strategic Missile Squadron, Minot, ND.

Commendations: Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal (awarded 3 times), National War Ribbon (Desert Storm). Ten recognitions in total.

Skills

I have extensive skills in all areas of the optical and ophthalmic field to include Electronic Health Records (EHR), A/B scans, manual refraction, tenometry, manual keratometry, visual fields, neutralizing lens prescriptions with manual lensometer and all techniques of pre-op and post-op of patients undergoing cornea, retina and glaucoma surgeries, and refracting patients to determine best visual acuity.

Certifications and Licenses

Certified by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel and the American Board of Opticians

2000 – 2014

I had formal classroom instruction and training in preparing to take and pass the written exam for my ABO certification and 1000 hours of on-the-job training in conjunction with the Work at Home Study Guide in the ophthalmic field prior to passing the written exam for my COA certification.

Awards

Top Graduate: Optician School, 2000

I graduated at the top of my class of 25 students, scoring a 98 percent or higher on all written and hands-on demonstration tests.

Honor Graduate: Non-Commissioned Officer School, 1985

I attained Top-Honors in the education of leadership and command. I received the John L. Levitow Award (Medal of Honor recipient, Vietnam) which was later signed by Mr. Levitow in person.

Additional Information

I have spent many years in the eye-care health profession. I have a wide range of life experiences that I feel would be beneficial for any endeavors I may follow. I would like to remain active in the optical field either full-time or part-time while pursuing a Master’s Degree in Bible Studies. I also intend to renew and update all my certifications to ensure they are current with today’s changes in the optic field. I am also qualified in providing instruction and guidance in the Christian faith for those who may seek help or spiritual advice.

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