Araks Ghazaryan
Glendale,CA
Summary
Licensed optometrist with diverse expertise in health care, pursuing an opportunity to deliver comprehensive patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometric Assistant
Vivid Visions Optometry, INC.
Santa Clarita, CA
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained patient files, and processed paperwork efficiently.
- Conducted preliminary patient history assessments and pretesting procedures.
- Managed general office duties, including answering calls and scheduling appointments.
- Confirmed insurance eligibility to facilitate patient services.
COPE Health Scholar
Cope Health Solutions, Adventist Health of Glendale
12.2014 - 02.2017
- Provided basic patient care, including feeding, bathing, and ambulating patients.
- Shadowed healthcare providers in various departments to gain insights into clinical workflows and patient care.
- Supported health education initiatives by preparing educational materials and assisting in the delivery of workshops.
Assistant Director of Departmental Operations
Cope Health Solutions, Adventist Health of Glendale
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Monitored progress and efficiency of Department Coordinators across multiple clinical areas.
- Assisted in developing and implementing departmental goals to enhance performance.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure optimal functionality across departments.
- Ensured compliance with internal policies and conducted counseling sessions for violations.
Department Coordinator
Cope Health Solutions, Adventist Health of Glendale
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Monitored progress and efficiency of Health Scholars in Labor and Delivery and Couplet Care departments.
- Managed department calendars by assigning shifts and maintaining files of completed hours.
- Conducted interviews, training, and proctored exams for new cohorts within Labor and Delivery and Couplet Care.
- Addressed concerns from staff and Health Scholars to ensure effective resolution.
Education
Doctorate of Optometry -
Western University of Health Sciences: College of Optometry
Pomona, CA12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology -
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2019
Skills
- Patient care
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Research methodologies
- Medical documentation
- Data analysis
- Communication skills
Languages
Armenian
References
Available Upon Request
Projects
Compassion In Action, Armenia- Medical Mission
Global Medical Training, Dominican Republic- Medical Mission
Awards
- Patient Experience and Pre-Licensed Clinical Care, UCLA Executive Programs in Health Policy & Management —Fielding School of Public Health
- University of California Riverside Extension, COPE Health Scholars Program- Adventist Health of Glendale
- The Health Science Foundation Credential- Pierce College
- Armenian American Public Service Employees Association Scholarship – City of Los Angeles
Timeline
Optometric Assistant
Vivid Visions Optometry, INC.
09.2019 - 06.2020
Assistant Director of Departmental Operations
Cope Health Solutions, Adventist Health of Glendale
05.2016 - 11.2016
Department Coordinator
Cope Health Solutions, Adventist Health of Glendale
12.2015 - 05.2016
COPE Health Scholar
Cope Health Solutions, Adventist Health of Glendale
12.2014 - 02.2017
Doctorate of Optometry -
Western University of Health Sciences: College of Optometry
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology -
University of California, Santa Barbara