Oscar Genchikmakher
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Experienced Optometric Tech with background preparing patient for appointment with optometrist to foster outstanding examination experience. Liaises with intake staff to welcome patients and promote smooth patient transitional flow from reception to exam. Thrives on helping others and participating in patient care to create pleasant and memorable optometry visits.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optometric Assistant
Eyesome Vision Center
Brooklyn , NY
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Scheduled appointments, handled referrals and ordered supplies for optometric practice.
- Trained to use Perception 2 edging machine from Briot
- Administered visual acuity tests, glaucoma screening and Keratometry and communicated findings to doctor.
- Took medical histories and reported current concerns from patients prior to physical exam by optometrist.
- Helped patients with optical selections and dispensing to facilitate customer service.
- Greeted patients, prepared exam rooms and documented medical records to keep office running efficiently and effectively.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Physical Therapist Assistant Volunteer
Jaime Tatis
Brooklyn, NY
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Organized patient files
- Assisted with patients and setting up doctor's room for patients
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Front Desk Receptionist
Matchpoint
Brooklyn, NY
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Collected room deposits, fees and payments.
Cashier
Zara
Brooklyn, NY
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Sales Associate
Macy’s
Brooklyn, NY
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
Photographer
Kings Bay Y
Brooklyn, NY
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Archived photographs on computers and servers.
Head Counselor
Kings Bay Y
Brooklyn, NY
07.2015 - 08.2019
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Provided quality customer service by maintaining good relationships with parents
Sunday Fun-day Program Counselor
Kings Bay Y
Brooklyn, NY
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Worked with special needs children
- developed fun activities to engage the children and improve their social skills
- maintained consistent, positive relations with parents to provide feedback on their children's' progress
- coordinated with other counselors to execute activities in an orderly and timely fashion
Education
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Board certified Optician
- Computer literate
- Customer service
- Microsoft excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Conflict Resolution
- Flexibility and adaptability
- proficient at multitasking
- Highly responsible, organized and reliable
Certification
- Certified Opitian
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Optometric Assistant
Eyesome Vision Center
12.2020 - 08.2022
Cashier
Zara
12.2019 - 04.2020
Physical Therapist Assistant Volunteer
Jaime Tatis
10.2019 - 12.2020
Sales Associate
Macy’s
10.2019 - 12.2019
Photographer
Kings Bay Y
06.2019 - 08.2019
Front Desk Receptionist
Matchpoint
05.2019 - 06.2020
Sunday Fun-day Program Counselor
Kings Bay Y
09.2016 - 05.2017
Head Counselor
Kings Bay Y
07.2015 - 08.2019
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York