Optometrist

OBJECTIVE

Seeking an optometrist associate position at a group practice where I can apply my clinical and computer skills, as well as my knowledge in Optometry to provide excellent patient care while expanding my expertise.

EDUCATION

Salus University, Elkins Park, PA (Aug. 2019 – May 2023)

·3.38 Cumulative GPA

Robert Morris University, Moon Township, PA (Aug. 2014 – May 2018)

·Bachelor of Science in Biology and Minor in Chemistry

·3.90 Cumulative GPA

·Awarded 2018 NEC Scholar Athlete

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Optometric Care, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA (Feb. 2023 – May 2023)

·Gained experience in advanced clinical skills techniques such as punctal plugs, amniotic members, dilation and irrigation, and foreign body removals

·Utilized CompuLink for effective management of patient health records

·Concentrated on contact lenses including soft lenses, RGP, and scleral lenses

·Shadowed ophthalmologist during cataract surgeries and corneal grafts

Ophthalmology Physicians & Surgeons, PC, Philadelphia, PA (Nov. 2022 – Feb. 2023)

·Operated under supervision of optometrist and ophthalmologist to deliver examinations with exceptional customer service

·Primarily focused on the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma

·Became proficient in visual fields, OCT, Optos Fundus photos, and interpretations

Batavia VA Medical Center, Batavia, NY (Aug. 2022 – Nov. 2022)

·Provided services for veterans and their families, while managing electronic records in CPRS

·Concentrated on diagnosis, treatment, and co-management of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts

The Eye Institute, Philadelphia, PA (May 2022 – Aug. 2022)

·Gained knowledge in treating binocular issues regarding double vision, ocular motility problems, strabismus, and amblyopia

·Experience related to pediatrics, binocular visions, and management of electronic medical records in NextGen

·Planned and executed vision therapy exams for patients with convergence and divergence problems

ACTIVITIES

Buffalo Hospital (2022): Observed low vision exam techniques and took part in low vision equipment consultations

SALUS Screening Program (2022): Performed basic entrance testing including acuities, colour vision, stereopsis for middle school students

Sports Vision Club (2019-2022): Conducted eye exams to Arcadia University baseball players

Alcon Academy (2021): Gained experience in handling various types of contact lenses

Sewickley Middle School (2018): Assistant lacrosse coach; conducted practices and developed players skills

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