Luke Carlson
Newport News,VA
Summary
Compassionate optometry professional with hands-on experience in dry eye management and low vision testing. Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments and educate patients on relevant conditions and therapies.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometry Student Intern
Bedford VA Hospital, Lowell VA Hospital, NECO Internal Clinic, Mass. General Hospital (Low Vision Dept.), Dorchester House, Eye Consultants of CO
Massachusetts, Colorado
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Supported medical staff in conducting low vision assessments and maintaining patient records.
- Conducted low vision assessments for patients of all ages and cognitive abilities.
- Observed and documented patient progress in various clinical environments, enhancing care continuity.
- Contributed to the development of outreach programs aimed at increasing awareness of vision health services.
- Contributed to the development of outreach programs aimed at increasing awareness of vision health services and cosmetic services.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Intern
Sight 2 See Optometry
Hampton, VA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported optometrists during eye examinations, enhancing patient comfort and experience.
- Educated patients on lens options and care, improving understanding of products offered.
- Assisted in patient intake procedures, ensuring accurate data entry and streamlined workflow.
- Maintained inventory of optical supplies, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly in relevant work situations.
Animator
New England College of Optometry
Boston, MA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging animated content for educational materials and presentations; the two largest projects were animations explaining how to perform refraction and further explanation on how to use the Jackson cross cylinder (JCC).
- Developed engaging animated content for educational materials and presentations.
- Utilized industry-standard software, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Procreate, and Blender for project execution.
- Created storyboards and prototypes to streamline animation production processes.
Server
Asado Wing & Taco Company
Charlottesville, VA
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring positive dining experiences for guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Volunteer
Samaritan's Purse
Newport News, VA
06.2019 - Current
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing resource allocation for various humanitarian projects.
- Picked up medical equipment donations (electric wheelchairs, home hospital beds, walkers, etc.) from donors' homes.
- Delivered collected donations from Virginia storage to collection facilities in North Carolina.
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
New England College of Optometry
Boston05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2022
Skills
- Refractive error correction
- Patient counseling
- Ocular health evaluation
- Optical sales
- Dry eye management
- Binocular vision testing
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- PADI Open Water Diver Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Snowboarding and Surfing
- Avid Reader
- Graphic Design
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Electronics and Circuit Building
Timeline
Optometry Student Intern
Bedford VA Hospital, Lowell VA Hospital, NECO Internal Clinic, Mass. General Hospital (Low Vision Dept.), Dorchester House, Eye Consultants of CO
08.2025 - 05.2026
Animator
New England College of Optometry
09.2024 - 05.2025
Intern
Sight 2 See Optometry
05.2021 - 08.2021
Server
Asado Wing & Taco Company
10.2020 - 05.2022
Volunteer
Samaritan's Purse
06.2019 - Current
Doctor of Optometry -
New England College of Optometry
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Virginia
Leadership Roles
High School
- Varsity Soccer Captain
- Varsity Wrestling Captain
- Varsity Lacrosse Captain
College
- Virginia Alpine Ski and Snowboard Team Vice President
- Virginia Alpine Ski and Snowboard Team Social Media Chair
Optometry School
- Student Council Vice President