Jade Ruiz
Irvine,CA
Summary
Currently an Optician with approximately 3-4 years of industry experience, coupled with a foundational background in customer service and education. I strive to uphold high standards of professionalism, and ethical conduct in all of my professional endeavors. My educational and professional background has provided me a very broad skill set and the ability to adapt and grow in all arenas. There will always be more to know.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optician
Melinda Wells, O.D.
11.2023 - Current
- Assisting patients in selecting frames and lenses
- Providing personalized recommendations based on individual preferences and vision coverage needs
- Meet with frame and lens representatives to maintain incoming product
- Conduct pretests on patients as necessary
- Perform accurate accounting tasks, including processing payments, managing invoices, and reconciling financial records
- Efficiently managing incoming phone calls, addressing inquiries, and scheduling appointments to optimize patient flow.
Optical Technician/Contact Lens Specialist
Canyon Optometry
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Efficiently manage incoming phone calls, addressing inquiries, and scheduling appointments to optimize patient flow
- Collaborate effectively with optometrists, opticians, and other staff to ensure consistent quality of care
- Provide comprehensive contact lens training to patients on the proper usage, care, and maintenance, with emphasis in scleral and/or hybrid lenses
- Perform accurate accounting tasks, including processing payments, managing invoices and/or EOBs, and reconciling daily financial records
- Consistently remain informed on industry trends, advancements in optical technology, and changes in insurance policies and/or billing
- Maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct in all interactions with patients and colleagues.
Optometric Technician
Arthur B. Corish, O.D.
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Conduct pre-tests on patients
- Efficiently manage incoming phone calls, addressing inquiries, and scheduling appointments to optimize patient flow
- Input fees accurately into OfficeMate, maintain records of transactions and patient billing information.
Children's Ministry Intern
Voyagers Bible Church
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided compassionate childcare services within a religious setting, ensuring the safety and well-being of children
- Developed an engaging curriculum for various children's programs
- Delivered messages and presentations, effectively communicating with children, parents, and volunteers
- Cultivated meaningful relationships with children, offering support, mentorship, and guidance as needed.
Receptionist, Clerical Assistant
US Real Estate Services
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Managing administrative tasks, handling incoming calls, greeting visitors, and maintaining a professional office environment
- Distributing and managing outgoing and incoming mail, ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery
- Assistance in customer service and administrative support to facilitate smooth operations.
Education
Undergraduate - Theology
Biola University
La Mirada, CAGeneral Education - Business
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA02.2024
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School
Irvine, CA06.2018
Skills
- Organization
- Thinking critically and outside of the box
- Adaptable
- Fast learner
- Applicable knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Applicable knowledge of OfficeMate
- Knowledge of lensometry
- Knowledge and execution of frame adjustments
- Leadership skills
- Public Speaking
- Creativity
- Great communicator
Accomplishments
- IPL Certified - Lumenis
- Published Author - Accolades, Ever After's Eviction (Back cover summary)
- Coach's Award - Northwood Women's Soccer
References
- Clarke Brogger, 949-500-7850, Voyagers Bible Church
- Carey Covey, 949-527-8677, Canyon Optometry
Certification
- Certified IPL, [Lumenis] - [2023]
Timeline
Optician
Melinda Wells, O.D.
11.2023 - Current
Optical Technician/Contact Lens Specialist
Canyon Optometry
01.2022 - 10.2023
Optometric Technician
Arthur B. Corish, O.D.
10.2021 - 01.2022
Children's Ministry Intern
Voyagers Bible Church
05.2021 - 09.2021
Receptionist, Clerical Assistant
US Real Estate Services
03.2019 - 05.2021
Undergraduate - Theology
Biola University
General Education - Business
Irvine Valley College
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School