Christina Nguyen
Houston,TX
Summary
Hardworking and motivated US Army Reservist actively seeking new career responsibilities. Highly capable of resolving problems efficiently, effectively, and successfully.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Photographer
Retina Consultants Of Texas
Cypress, TX
12.2019 - Current
- Performs fundus, anterior segment and external photography as ordered by the eye care provider, while maintaining work flow of a high volume 50 to 100 patient clinic.
- Performs intravenous fluorescein angiographies and/or indocyanine green angiographies as ordered by the eye care provider.
- Performs scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging (i.e. OCT, RNFL) as ordered by the eye care provider.
- Confirmed insurance approval, authorizations, and patient consent prior to major procedure such as injections, lasers, angiographies, FA, ICG, and surgery.
- Maintains digital database regularly.
- Maintains camera(s), related equipment and inventory of supplies.
- Maintains all patient-related records as they pertain to imaging systems.
- Maintains records of work performed.
- Obtains images for physician presentations as necessary.
- Work up each patient and recorded vitals such as eye pressure, vision acuity, and dilation.
- Submitted patient cultures and prepared for lab analysis. For example, draw blood for genetic testing kits and ship them to labs.
- Performed retinal scans and EDI on trouble areas per Oncology Doctors' retinal drawings.
Deployment HR and Postal NCOIC
Active Army
Powidz, Poland
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Navigated complex Human Resource issues with results.
- Developed subordinate leaders capable of independently managing postal operations.
- Trained personnel on USPS and Army postal regulations, ensured compliance during inspections.
- Maintained 100% accountability of postal funds and equipment valued at upwards of 2.1 million dollars.
- Executed postal operations supporting 150,000 in over 7 countries.
- Provided comprehensive briefing, detailed turnover documentation, and on site training to incoming personnel, enabling them to assume full operational control without disruption.
Human Resource Sergeant
Army Reserve
San Antonio, TX
10.2021 - 09.2024
- In charges of operations and training of the Human Resources section within the second platoon; serves as a team leader and has the responsibility of accountability of two junior enlisted Soldiers.
- Responsible for coordination, supervision and preparation of daily status reports, daily PERSTEMPO reports, distribution, temporary duty orders, defense travel system authorization and vouchers (DTS), and any additional personnel service support required of the team.
- Worked with multiple units to ensure that all administration issues were addressed during Annual Training.
- Completing assigned tasks on time to meet critical deadline during 24-hour operations.
- Corrected shortcomings and achieve objectives for the unit missions.
Supply Sergeant 92 S
U.S. Army Reserves
San Antonio, TX
08.2013 - 07.2020
- Determine requirement and adequacy of establishment of Shower, Laundry and Clothing Repair (SLCR) facility; supervises marking, classifying and washing operation.
- Coordinates flow of personnel through shower operations with supported unit.
- Inspects and classifies clothing items in a clothing repair shop and estimates supply requirements.
- Supervise preventive maintenance of shower, laundry and clothing repair equipment valued over 500,000 dollars.
- Assisted NCOIC(Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge) of laundry operations on night shift maintained addition duties during annual training tactical operations.
- Instructed driver's training for multiple units for field training, sustained driving training, road test, and qualified with military licenses for the LMTV(Light Medium Tactical Vehicle).
- Enforced safety during training events and vehicle operations, resulting in zero injuries.
- Conducted UPL(Unit Prevention Leader) for urinalysis operations as NCOIC for 340th Quarter Master and assisted the UPL operations for Battalion.
Retina Technician
Houston Retina Associates
7789 Southwest Fwy, Suite 530, Houston TX 77074 , TX
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Administered medication according to each patient’s medical charts and recorded vitals such as eye pressure, vision acuity, and dilation.
- Confirmed insurance approval, authorizations, and patient consent prior to major procedure such as injections, lasers, and surgery.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering 20 telephone lines within an hour, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Submitted patient cultures and prepared for lab analysis.
- Counseled and educated patients about retinal surgery and provided post surgical care.
- Utilized Practice Admin to schedule and manage patient appointments between four doctors and five different clinic locations.
- Performed more then 60 retinal scans per day on trouble areas per Doctors retinal drawings, as well as basic scans.
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
Front Desk Receptionist and Office Assistant
Farmers Insurance
2470 Gray Falls Ste. 270 Houston, TX 77077
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Highly efficient receptionist - answered and quickly redirected up to 66 plus calls per hour.
- Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep while adhering to a fixed office budget
- Greeted and briefed daily visitors, clients, vendors, and interview candidates.
- Authored and distributed daily employee notices and memos.
- Compiled company essential in educating potential candidates in their responsibilities and expectations as future sales agents.
- Coordinated, scheduled and arranged meeting and travel calendars, including business and social events for office employees.
Education
Education And Fine Arts
University of Houston Downtown
Houston, TXHigh School Diploma -
Hasting High School
Houston, TX2011
Skills
- Fluent in Vietnamese
- Certified IV Technician
- Spectralis Operator Certification Retina and Glaucoma
- Military Driver's Licensed
- Combat Lifesaving Course Certified
- CPR Certified
- Complex data management
- Innovative teaching method
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Patient care
- Course planning
Timeline
Deployment HR and Postal NCOIC
Active Army
03.2025 - 01.2026
Human Resource Sergeant
Army Reserve
10.2021 - 09.2024
Ophthalmic Photographer
Retina Consultants Of Texas
12.2019 - Current
Retina Technician
Houston Retina Associates
01.2016 - 06.2019
Front Desk Receptionist and Office Assistant
Farmers Insurance
05.2015 - 09.2015
Supply Sergeant 92 S
U.S. Army Reserves
08.2013 - 07.2020
Education And Fine Arts
University of Houston Downtown
High School Diploma -
Hasting High School