Bela Sayers
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Recent Virginia Tech graduate with a strong foundation in medical terminology and healthcare documentation, eager to excel in fast-paced clinical environments. Demonstrates a solid understanding of optical principles, technical precision, fittings, and adjustments, complemented by hands-on experience in patient care and leadership. Committed to continuous learning and professional development, ready to contribute effectively to a dynamic healthcare team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Optician
America's Best Contact and Eyeglasses
Christiansburg, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Assist 10-20 patients per day in selecting appropriate eye-wear based on individual needs and preferences.
- Calibrated seg heights, vertex, and pupillary distance to customize eyeglass orders and create perfect fit.
- Verified and updated patient records promptly to guarantee accurate prescription information.
- Operated optical equipment for fittings and adjustments of eye-wear.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology and optics to provide proper eye-wear.
Medical Scribe
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center | Carilion Clinic
Blacksburg, VA
11.2025 - Current
- Documented physician-patient interactions and provided essential assistance to enhance workflow efficiency in a medical setting.
- Streamlined chart preparation and management on the Epic system, effectively handling daily patient volumes ranging from 10 to 40.
- Utilized medical terminology to accurately document procedures related to lab work, radiography results, outpatient calls, and EKGs.
- Documented patient histories and physical examinations for accurate medical records.
Teaching Assistant for Human Biology - 1054
Virginia Tech Biological Sciences Department
Blacksburg, VA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated group learning sessions for over 30 students, enhancing understanding of biological sciences concepts.
- Assisted with exam preparation, led in-class group activities, graded weekly assignments, and gained valuable leadership experience
- Engaged in collaborative discussions with faculty during weekly meetings to optimize class performance and instructional planning.
- Assisted faculty with course preparations and classroom management for undergraduate biology courses.
Patient Safety Attendant/Patient Care Technician
LewisGale Hospital Montgomery
Blacksburg
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Achieved CPR certification and developed skills in basic life support and crisis prevention strategies.
- Developed strong attention to detail and hands-on healthcare expertise while providing essential support to Virginia Tech community and local residents at Lewis Gale Hospital Montgomery.
- Implemented patient safety measures by enforcing fall prevention and infection control protocols.
- Enhanced patient comfort and well-being through effective management of daily care tasks such as bathing, toileting, feeding assistance, mobility support, and foley catheter care; up to 15 patients per day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences - Biomedical
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA12.2025
Skills
- Basic Cardiac Life Support, Crisis Intervention
- Optical measurements
- Progressive lenses expertise
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Documentation skills
- EPIC system proficiency
- Biology
- Patient care techniques
Timeline
Optician
America's Best Contact and Eyeglasses
01.2026 - Current
Medical Scribe
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center | Carilion Clinic
11.2025 - Current
Teaching Assistant for Human Biology - 1054
Virginia Tech Biological Sciences Department
01.2025 - 05.2025
Patient Safety Attendant/Patient Care Technician
LewisGale Hospital Montgomery
07.2024 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences - Biomedical
Virginia Tech