Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for scholarship opportunities to provide financial assistance for college expenses. Interested in pursuing medical school beyond the undergraduate program and would like to reduce the expense of obtaining a bachelors degree.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Optical Intern
Dr. Black's Eye Associates
Frankfort, KY
08.2023 - Current
Dispensed eyeglasses according to prescription specifications.
Examined eyes with instruments and pharmaceutical agents to determine visual acuity.
Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography and pre-exam data collection.
Educated patients on proper lens cleaning techniques and frame maintenance.
Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as glues and solvents.
Assisted optometrists in performing eye examinations and fitting contact lenses.
Ensured compliance with state regulations related to dispensing eyewear.
Assisted with lens and glasses creation and packaging.
Telephoned appointment-holders on day before to confirm times, contacted no-shows, obtained insurance pre-authorization and notified patients upon eyewear availability.
Adjusted eyeglass frames to fit customers' faces accurately.
Investigated and resolved customer complaints and adjusted and repaired customer eyewear.
Inspected finished eyeglasses to conform to company's quality check process and verified proper fit to customer satisfaction.
Provided customers with information about vision care products and services.
Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
Inspected finished lenses for accuracy of power and optical clarity.
Stocked and restocked merchandise, maintained inventory, cleaned and straightened displays and entire store and processed defective, spoiled and cannibalized frames.
Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
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