Experienced optician and front desk receptionist skilled in optical measurements, lens fitting, frame adjustment, insurance verification, scheduling, and payment processing. Delivers accurate patient support and efficient clinic operations.
Work History
Optician/Front Desk Receptionist
4 Years 4 Months
Vision Care Clinic, PC | Denison , IA | 06.2022 - Current
Fitted eyeglasses and adjusted frames for patients, enhancing comfort and visual clarity.
Measured patients for frame fit, pupillary distance, and lens alignment.
Explained lens options, frame care, and contact lens use to patients.
Scheduled appointments, verified insurance coverage, maintained accurate patient records and assisted with preliminary testing.
Facilitated payment processing to ensure efficient transactions for customers. for products purchased by customers.
Supported frame inventory tracking and organized optical display cases in clinic.
Bakery Owner
3 Years 9 Months
Self-employeed | Missouri Valley, IA | 09.2020 - 06.2024
Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
Managed self-employed business operations and daily service delivery
Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Promoted self-employed services through outreach and networking
Planned budgets, pricing, and business expenses
Maintained records, invoices, and business documentation
Homeschool Teacher
13 Years 4 Months
Self-employeed | Missouri Valley, IA | 01.2010 - 05.2023
Taught reading, writing, math, science, and history using age-appropriate methods.
Designed engaging homeschool lessons for core subjects to foster individualized learning in a self-employed family education setting.
Developed tailored lesson plans addressing student strengths and weaknesses to support academic growth.
Planned daily schedules, assignments, and study routines to enhance home instruction effectiveness.
Managed daily operational tasks, including grading assignments and creating reports to ensure smooth workflow.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 6 Months
Friendship Haven Nursing Home | Fort Dodge, Iowa | 01.2001 - 07.2003
Assisted long-term care residents with daily bathing, dressing, and grooming to enhance personal hygiene and comfort.
Repositioned residents to support comfort, safety, and skin protection.
Supported transfers using gait belts, lifts, and wheelchairs.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
Served meals and supported feeding for patients to promote nutrition and well-being.
Performed housekeeping duties, including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms, to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.