Rachelle S. Yang
Optometrist
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Practicing Optometrist with 2 years of experience and previous ocular disease residency-training performing examinations, and diagnosing and treating eye diseases. Skillful in preparing prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, maintaining strong commitment to accuracy. Versed at forging and cultivating productive relationships with patients, achieving high levels of satisfaction, retention and referrals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Extern
William Feinbloom Low Vision Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed goal-oriented low vision exams and worked with state and federal agencies to obtain low vision devices, rehabilitation services, and training for patients
- Worked closely with occupational therapists, vision therapists, and orientation & mobility specialists to ensure patients of all ages were connected to appropriate services and training on devices necessary for work, school, and activities of daily living
- Also performed comprehensive eye exams in the primary care, emergency, and glaucoma services at The Eye Institute.
Extern
Davis EyeCare
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Tasked with providing eye care and offering therapeutic options to diverse patients of all ages from my own patient schedule, thus enhancing independent decision-making skills
- Full-scope primary care practice with soft contact lenses, specialty lenses, and ocular-systemic disease management.
Extern
White River Junction VA Medical Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Patient population primarily Caucasian males, ages 40-80, with multiple ocular and systemic health conditions, such as diabetes, retinal vascular disease, cataracts, glaucoma, and ARMD
- Had to be prepared to handle all aspects of medical eye problems, including pre- and post-operative management of patients in need of surgical intervention.
Extern
Indian Health Service: Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation Eye Clinic
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Remote location heavily weighted in primary care, soft contact lenses, anterior segment and posterior segment disease
- Traveled to surrounding villages to conduct field optometry clinics.
Optometrist
Chinle Service Unit IHS
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Diagnosed, treated, and managed ocular disease cases, including pre- and post-op care, trauma, unusual refractive errors, and ocular-related systemic disease
- Partnered with administrative staff to plan schedules and promote services
- Established referral networks with ophthalmologists for surgical co-management, enhancing overall patient care options available
- Collaborated with practitioners in other health care disciplines, including emergency/internal medicine, pediatrics, and radiology
- Addressed emergency ocular situations while on-call, such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate follow-up
Optometrist
Southcentral Foundation Anchorage, Alaska
08.2023 - Current
- Improve patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive eye examinations and diagnosing ocular conditions
- Streamline appointment scheduling processes to minimize wait times and maximize patient throughput
- Manage a high volume of patients while maintaining exceptional quality of care and attention to detail.
- Contribute to positive workplace culture by collaborating effectively with staff, including opticians, technicians, and administrative personnel.
- Provide pediatric eye care to ensure early detection of vision problems that could impact learning success.
- Enhance practice efficiency by utilizing the latest diagnostic equipment and software for accurate diagnoses.
- Calculate proper prescription employing formulas for single corrective lenses, contact lenses, prisms, aniseikonia
Education
Doctor of Optometry - Optometry
Salus University
Elkins Park, PA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI 05.2001 -
Skills
Computer Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Diagnosis and treatment
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Relationship Building
Professionalism
Team Collaboration
Leadership Affiliations
- Salus University Student Ambassador
- Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society at Salus University, Vice President
- Beta Sigma Kappa International Honor Society, Member
- American Optometric Student Association, Member
- American Academy of Optometry, Student Fellow 2021-2022
Awards
- Alma L. Boben Memorial Scholarship, 2020-2021
- Salus University Alumni Association Student Grant, 11/2021
- Florence and Martin Hafter Scholarship, 02/2022
- Eschenbach Award for Excellence in Low Vision, 05/2022
- Beta Sigma Kappa
- Gold Key Honors Society, Vice President
Affiliations
- Alaska Optometric Association
Timeline
Optometrist
Southcentral Foundation Anchorage, Alaska
08.2023 - Current
Optometrist
Chinle Service Unit IHS
07.2022 - 07.2023
Extern
William Feinbloom Low Vision Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 05.2022
Extern
Davis EyeCare
11.2021 - 02.2022
Extern
White River Junction VA Medical Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
Extern
Indian Health Service: Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation Eye Clinic
05.2021 - 08.2021
Doctor of Optometry - Optometry
Salus University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Wisconsin - Madison
05.2001 -