JENN PETERSON, OD, FAAO, DiploABO
Birmingham
Summary
Dynamic clinical optometrist with a background in ocular disease, committed to the latest advancements in eye care to enhance the vision and quality of life for veterans at the VA.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Director
Clear Vision Center
Bloomfield Hills, MI
11.2025 - Current
- Acting as the primary point of contact for all site level concerns.
- Leading clinical operations to optimize patient care and improve service delivery.
- Implementing corrective improvements to address systemic issues.
- Coaching staff on performance and professional development.
- Serving as the on-site clinical vendor liaison.
- Proposing productivity improvements aligned with mission and values.
Senior Associate Optometrist
Line of Sight
New York, NY
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Played a vital role as the first associate in the successful growth and expansion of a cold-start practice, contributing to reaching $2.5 in annual revenue by Year 4.
- Collaborated closely with the practice owner to develop and refine clinical workflows and operational efficiency.
- Worked directly with a public figure in the eye care industry, Dr. Jennifer Tsai.
- Utilized forefront treatments and technology for dry eyes and ocular aesthetics including Intense Pulsed Light, Radiofrequency, Prokera, BlephEx, and Lacrifill.
- Prescribed corrective lenses and myopia control therapy, including Orthokeratology and MiSight.
Consultative Optometrist
Omni Eye Surgery
New York, NY
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Delivered optometric care through pre/post operative examinations in subspecialties including retina, glaucoma, cataracts, and oculoplastics.
- Served as medical support staff to ophthalmology with knowledge in treatment and management of complex ocular disease.
- Assisted in the medical and surgical decision-making process including selection and calculation of IOLs.
- Served as adjunct clinical faculty through SUNY as a fourth year externship advisor to mentor student's academic endeavors.
Ocular Disease/Refractive and Ocular Surgery Resident
Omni Eye Services
Iselin, NJ
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Tertiary treatment and management of ocular disease serving metro NYC.
- Proficient in testing and interpretation of IOL Master, Pentacam, Immersion A-Scan, B-Scan, Fluorescein Angiography, and Optos.
- Served as a resident facilitator precepting fourth year students on clinical rotations.
- Provided on-call services for a minimum of 10 weeks for acute ocular emergencies.
Optometric Extern
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Miami, FL
11.2019 - 05.2020
Optometric Extern
Ralph H. Johnson VAMC
Charleston, SC
08.2019 - 11.2019
Optometric Extern
Indianapolis Eye Care Center
Indianapolis, IN
05.2019 - 08.2019
Research Assistant
Clinical Optics Research Lab
Bloomington, IN
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Gathered data from studies with a focus on contact lenses and other optical devices using RedCap software.
- Actively recruited subjects for data collection through email and phone.
- Performed baseline testing including visual acuities using LogMAR charts, auto-refraction, and auto-keratometry.
- Prepared patient chart and consent forms.
Education
Ocular Disease/Refractive and Ocular Surgery Resident -
Salus University
Elkins Park, PA08-2021
Doctor of Optometry - undefined
Indiana University School of Optometry
Bloomington, IN05-2020
Bachelor of Science in Optometry - undefined
Indiana University School of Optometry
Bloomington, IN05-2018
Associate of Applied Science: Pre-Science - undefined
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-2016
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Strong communications
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient relations
- Staff development
Affiliations
- Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society- President, 2020
- American Optometric Student Association- Trustee, 2019
- Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honors Society, 2019
- IUSO Student Administration Ambassador, 2019
- Outreach Coordinating Committee, 2019
- Alpha Sigma Tau- Vice President of Growth, 2016
- Panhellenic Council- Vice President of Internal Affairs, 2016
- Pre-Optometry Professional Society- Historian, 2016
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars, 2016
- Alpha Sigma Tau- Director of Academic Success, 2015
- Ferris State Honor's Program- Honor's Peer Mentor, 2013
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Clinical Director
Clear Vision Center
11.2025 - Current
Senior Associate Optometrist
Line of Sight
09.2022 - 08.2025
Consultative Optometrist
Omni Eye Surgery
09.2021 - 09.2022
Ocular Disease/Refractive and Ocular Surgery Resident
Omni Eye Services
07.2020 - 08.2021
Optometric Extern
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
11.2019 - 05.2020
Optometric Extern
Ralph H. Johnson VAMC
08.2019 - 11.2019
Optometric Extern
Indianapolis Eye Care Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
Research Assistant
Clinical Optics Research Lab
08.2016 - 05.2018
Doctor of Optometry - undefined
Indiana University School of Optometry
Bachelor of Science in Optometry - undefined
Indiana University School of Optometry
Associate of Applied Science: Pre-Science - undefined
Ferris State University
Ocular Disease/Refractive and Ocular Surgery Resident -
Salus University
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, 2022, Diplomate of the American Board Optometry, 2022, AOA+ Leadership Society, 2018, Completion of the J&J Contact Lens Innovations Seminar, 2018, AAO Student Fellow, 2017, IUSO Faculty Fellowship Scholar, 2016-2020, IUSO Early Admission Program Select, 2016, FSU Torchbearer Award: Greek Life, Academic Excellence, 2016, Alpha Sigma Tau Highest Active Member GPA, 2015, 2016, Pre-Optometry Club Outstanding Active Membership, 2015, 2016, Alpha Sigma Tau Highest New Member GPA, 2014, Dean's List, 2013-2020, Recipient of the Monsignor Forbes Scholarship, 2013-2020