Sakina Dhirani
101 Route 106, Muttontown,NY
Summary
Double degree holder in Nursing and Biology with extensive experience in the Ophthalmic and Optometric field. Six years of collaboration with leading Ophthalmologists and Retina Specialists, ensuring high-quality patient care. Co-founded and coordinated social media for the inaugural Optical Club at St. John’s University, driving engagement through effective strategies. Dedicated to ongoing professional development in optics and open to new experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Kelly Vision Center
Manhattan, NY
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Performed a variety of tests, such as Clarus (Fundus Photos), Visual Fields, Pentagrams, Topographys, Lenstar images, IOL Master images, and OCTs to perform Epimaps, Macular Cube, and Optic Nerve screenings
- Evaluated patients for Lasik, Smile, PRK, ICL, Cataract and Glaucoma evaluations
- Performed auto-refractions, IOPs, and refractions to check patients visual acuity
- Observed pupils, checked patients vision and observed extra-ocular movements for patient evaluations
- Collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide the Ophthalmologist with optimal initial data
- Motivated and supported patients in navigating treatment for chronic eye conditions
- Assisted during in-office surgical procedures and collected ultrasound images
Ophthalmic Technician/Screener
Vitreous Retina Consultants
Great Neck, NY
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Performed screenings for patients from ages 10 months old up to 100 years old
- Examined patients with Diabetic Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration and other Retina related diseases
- Collected patients chief complaints along with patients medical history, prescribed eyedrops and medications in order to prepare efficient data for the Retina Specialists
- Checked patients vision through eye exams
- Checked patients IOPs
- Conducted Amsler Grid readings
- Conducted confrontational fields
- Evaluated pupillary light reactions and pupil sizes
- Examined Post-Op patients, by removing eye shields off of the eye of surgery, as well as cleansing the eye of surgery
- Dilated patients to prepare for examinations
- Used specific dilating drops for toddlers
Optician
Pearle Vision Center
New Hyde Park, NY
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed glaucoma tests
- Performed auto-refractions
- Performed retina imaging using advanced technology
- Performed contact lens trainings
- Scheduled patient appointments
- Provided the best fit eyeglass lenses to patients to ensure the best vision quality
- Input company data into an optical computer program
- Bill patient's vision benefits to the major vision insurance companies
Specialized Contact Lens Technician
Drs. Resnick, Farkas, Kassalow, and Rosin
Roslyn, NY
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Observed low vision exams
- Performed auto-refractions on patients facing low vision or Keratoconus
- Conducted photos of patient’s retinas using an Optos machine
- Inserted special types of contact lenses, such as Sclera contact lenses into patient's eyes
- Measured the size of hard contact lenses
- Neutralized eyeglasses
Dispensing Optician
Vision World
Albertson, NY
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Interpreted patients eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions from both Optometrists and Ophthalmologists
- Took specific facial measurements, including optical centers and pupillary distances
- Chose the appropriate eyeglass lens materials and eyeglass frames required for the patients to ensure quality vision
- Instructed customers on methods for adapting to single vision, bifocal and progressive lenses
- Instructed patients on the proper way to insert, remove, clean and take care of their prescribed contact lenses
- Ordered eyeglass lenses and contact lenses for the patients through dispensing companies
- Repaired eyeglass frames
- Scheduled appointments and handled patients insurance information
Education
Associates in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Paul's School of Nursing
Rego Park, NY06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY05.2022
High School Diploma -
Herricks High School
New Hyde Park, NY06.2018
Skills
- Nursing Degree
- Biology Degree
- 6 years Optic experience
- Ophthalmic/Optical background
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Kelly Vision Center
03.2023 - 07.2024
Ophthalmic Technician/Screener
Vitreous Retina Consultants
02.2023 - 03.2023
Optician
Pearle Vision Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
Specialized Contact Lens Technician
Drs. Resnick, Farkas, Kassalow, and Rosin
09.2021 - 02.2022
Dispensing Optician
Vision World
03.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. John's University
High School Diploma -
Herricks High School
Associates in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Paul's School of Nursing