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Work History
Education
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Catherine Park

Columbus,Ohio

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Optical Lab Technician

Sunbury Family Eyecare
2022.08 - Current
  • Answer phones, schedules patient appointments and other office duties.
  • Pulls insurance for patients, and maintains accurate and organized patient records.
  • Ensured accurate order fulfillment with meticulous attention to detail throughout the lens creation process, from inputting prescriptions to final inspections.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction with timely delivery of accurately produced prescription lenses.
  • Reduced errors and rework by conducting thorough quality checks at multiple stages of the lens production process.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by organizing tools and materials for easy accessibility during the lens fabrication process.
  • Identified areas for improvement within laboratory processes, leading to increased accuracy and faster turnaround times for customer orders.
  • Assembled eyeglass frames and lenses.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a collaborative work environment through clear communication and mutual support.
  • Evaluated workplace procedures for efficiency, recommending and implementing changes as needed to ensure optimal lab performance.
  • Pay office bills, communicated with Landlord and other maintenance needed.
  • When moving offices, I coordinated and implemented steps for a successful move and transition.


Personal Care Assistant

Hopes Hands, LLC
2004.11 - 2022.08
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Fostered open communication between all parties involved in a client''s care plan, resulting in cohesive team efforts and improved client outcomes.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.

Interim Youth Director

Covenant Presbyterian Church
2016.07 - 2017.02
  • Increased youth engagement by developing and implementing innovative programs tailored to their interests.
  • Organized successful fundraising events that increased financial support for youth-focused initiatives significantly.
  • Attended staff meetings and submitted announcements to church newsletter and calendar of events to facilitate open communication with church congregation.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all participants by establishing clear guidelines and behavioral expectations.
  • Recruited, developed and encouraged volunteers and parents to provide fellowship and faith building activities for youth.
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
  • Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.

Licensed Realtor Associate

HER Realtors
1997.05 - 2000.01
  • Reviewed property listings, interviewed potential clients, accompanied clients to properties and effectively communicated condition of sales.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to maximize sales and attract new clients.
  • Prepared homes for client arrivals during open house events and established signage and wayfinding aids.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Created marketing for Open Houses
  • Compiled databases for buyers/sellers

Education

High School Diploma -

Upper Arlington High School
Upper Arlington, OH

Associate of Science - Communications

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Leadership Qualities
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Open-mindedness
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Collaborative Partnerships
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Optical Lab Technician

Sunbury Family Eyecare
2022.08 - Current

Interim Youth Director

Covenant Presbyterian Church
2016.07 - 2017.02

Personal Care Assistant

Hopes Hands, LLC
2004.11 - 2022.08

Licensed Realtor Associate

HER Realtors
1997.05 - 2000.01

High School Diploma -

Upper Arlington High School

Associate of Science - Communications

Arizona State University
Catherine Park