Byron Ruf
Hightstown
Summary
Dedicated Optometry school applicant with experience in childcare and health management. Seeking up to six hours of pediatric optometry shadowing for my OptomCas application requirement. Enthusiastic medical student eager to apply my skills as a preschool teacher to specialize in pediatric and binocular vision care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometry Shadow
Pearle Vision
East Windsor
05.2026 - 2026
- Shadowed Dr. Steven Glassband in treating diverse patient cases, including contact lens prescriptions and steroid-induced posterior subcapsular cataracts.
- Explored new technological advancements in eye and ear care, including Nuance Audio Hearing Glasses, to enhance understanding of innovative treatment options.
- Gained insight into the corporate practice of optometry and work-life balance of a practicing optometrist.
Optometrist Shadow
Princeton Eye Group
Monroe
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Observed Dr. Shawn Brand as he treated patients ranging from post LASIK dry eyes to warning signs of macular degeneration.
- Learned the fundamental procedure of a routine eye exam and the purpose of each piece of equipment.
- Gained insight into the private practice environment and the collaboration between optometrists and optometric technicians.
Preschool Teacher
Kiddie Academy
Robbinsville
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Instruct a Pre-K classroom of three-year-olds by teaching them the alphabet, counting numbers, how to use our words instead of acts of aggression, etc.
- Conducted health and safety checks on students, treated minor wounds, and monitored temperatures to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Developed communication techniques to connect with children at their level, facilitating developmental growth.
COVID Coordinator
44 Blue Productions
Philadelphia
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered rapid antigen tests to cast and crew, ensuring safety on TV production set during COVID-19.
- Monitored temperatures, sanitized surfaces, distributed individual meals, and enforced social distancing protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film And Television Production
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06-2022
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Childcare
- Health assessments
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Optometry Shadow
Pearle Vision
05.2026 - 2026
Optometrist Shadow
Princeton Eye Group
05.2025 - 06.2025
Preschool Teacher
Kiddie Academy
08.2023 - 06.2024
COVID Coordinator
44 Blue Productions
06.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Film And Television Production
Drexel University