Alexandra Dakrat
Fields Of Vision Eye Care
Toms River,NJ
2
Languages
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometric Technician
3 Years 7 Months- Prepare examination rooms and equipment to maintain a sterile clinical environment before and after patient visits.
- Document patients’ medical and ocular histories to support optometric evaluation and treatment.
- Conduct diagnostic testing, including OPTOS retinal imaging, intraocular pressure measurements, visual field testing, color vision testing, and refraction.
- Educate patients regarding additional diagnostic testing, and communicate procedures to patients who may be unfamiliar.
- Conduct contact lens insertion and removal (I&R) training for beginner contact lens wearers.
- Assist with patient check-in, check out, and other administrative responsibilities as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cell Biology & Neuroscience
- Dean's List 5 Semesters
- 3.58 GPA
- Cum Laude Graduate
Physician Shadowing
Prema Eapen, MD - Primary Care
Our Family Practice | Brick, NJ | Aug 2023 | 20 hours
- Observed outpatient visits involving patients from childhood to adulthood with a broad range of acute and chronic health concerns.
- Followed the physician's clinical decisions and patient counseling for various encounters including Medicare Annual Wellness visits, women's gynecologic visits, and discussions regarding end-of-life care.
- Participated in physician-guided exam techniques, including listening to heart sounds and examining the ears and eyes.
Leadership & Activities
RU Examiner Pre-Health Journal
Managing Editor | Sep 2023 - May 2025
Journalist | Sep 2022 - May 2023
- Authored health and science articles on topics including Alzheimer's disease treatment and effects of media on child development.
- Edited journalist articles discussing various topics including public health, healthcare disparities, and medical technology.
- Reviewed journalist submissions for correct grammar, format, and citation accuracy in accordance with APA formatting.
- Providing ongoing support and feedback to assigned journalists throughout semesters leading up to journal publishing.
RU Sister2Sister
Vice President | Aug 2024 - May 2025
Secretary | Sep 2023 - May 2024
- Advocated for breast cancer awareness and health equity by providing education to campus community about racial and social disparities affecting risk of breast cancer.
- Helped coordinate breast cancer awareness initiatives including fundraising events and annual breast cancer walks.
- Represented organization at campus events including American Cancer Society's annual Relay for Life.
- Collaborated and lead executive board members through meetings to discuss campus events, organize responsibilities, and selected incoming year's board members.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Optometric Technician
Fields Of Vision Eye Care
05.2022 - 12.2025Read More
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts from Cell Biology & Neuroscience
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