Kathy Ta
Angel Nails And Spa
Grand Rapids,MI
4
years of professional experience
Motivated pre-optometry student with hands-on experience as an optometry technician intern and 4 years of salon receptionist experience building strong customer relationships. Skilled in patient communication, appointment scheduling, and clinical support. Compassionate, detail-oriented, and dedicated to providing excellent patient care as a healthcare Professional.
Work History
Salon Receptionist
4 Years- Delivered exceptional customer service to 30–50+ clients daily, building strong customer relationships and encouraging repeat visits.
- Managed front desk operations, scheduling 20–30+ appointments daily while handling phone inquiries and coordinating client flow.
- Processed 30+ transactions per shift, ensuring accurate payment handling and efficient checkout.
- Collaborated with 5–10 salon staff members to streamline daily operations, maintain organization, and provide a positive client experience.
Optometric Technician Intern
3 Months- Assisted optometrists with patient preparation, preliminary eye examinations, and clinical procedures, supporting approximately 15-20 patients daily.
- Gained hands-on experience with diagnostic equipment and vision screening techniques, assisting with 60+ examinations weekly.
- Documented medical histories and updated patient records, supporting accurate documentation for 15+ patients per shift.
- Maintained a clean, organized clinical environment and supported efficient patient flow during 25+ daily appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience
- Experience in Chemistry and Biology Labs
- Appointed Representative of the University of Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) Student Government
- University of Michigan Panhellenic Executive Board Officer
- Pi Beta Phi Sorority Member
- Extracurricular Activities : Academic Affairs Committee, University of Michigan Optometry Club, University of Michigan Biology Student Alliance , Wellness Society
High School Diploma
- Honoree of Summa Cum Laude
- Completed AP courses in Biology, Environmental Science, English Literature, English Language, Statistics, Psychology
- Awarded Michigan's Youth Governor Service Award, MI Ambassador Award, MI Honor Award, MI Merit Award, MI Community Impact Award, and Kroger's Zero Hero Award
Skills
Customer Relationship Management
Teamwork
Detail-Oriented
Time Management
Decision-Making
Critical Thinking
Compassion
Timeline
Optometric Technician Intern
Allendale Eye Care
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Salon Receptionist
Angel Nails And Spa
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science from Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience
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East Kentwood High School
High School Diploma
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