Zaina Seedat
Union City,CA
Summary
Biology undergraduate with hands-on experience in clinical care, scientific research, and academic tutoring. Passionate about medicine, biomedical research, and improving patient care, with a long-term goal of attending medical school and pursuing ophthalmology. Eager to apply my skills and curiosity to opportunities that promote continued learning and professional growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Ohlone College English Learning Center
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Collaborated with low-income and ESL students and adapted explanations to match their language proficiency levels.
- Provided support to 4+ students per shift with essays, grammar, sentence structure, reading comprehension, and academic writing.
- Helped students brainstorm ideas, organize essays, revise drafts, understand instructions, and strengthen clarity in writing structure.
- Created a welcoming and supportive environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and working through challenging material.
Barista
Qamaria Yemeni Coffee
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Served 100+ customers per shift and processed orders using POS system.
- Educated customers on menu offerings, including traditional Yemeni Coffee, espresso drinks, refreshers, and smoothies.
- Helped drive a 6% increase in seasonal drink sales by recommending new drinks and combinations based on customer preferences.
- Prepared beverages following exact recipe.
- Trained 5 employees on how to operate drink preparation, POS transactions, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintained inventory by restocking pastries, coffee supplies, and brewing equipment.
- Maintained sanitation by performing regular cleaning tasks and dishwashing.
Ophthalmic Technician
NeoVision Eye Center
10.2023 - Current
- Check 20-30 patients in and out daily, schedule appointments, and manage front desk communications.
- Answer phone calls and assist patients with questions regarding appointments, office procedures, and insurance.
- Scan, organize, and maintain confidential patient files and medical records in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Serve as a medical scribe by documenting patient information, chief complaints, and medical histories.
- Measure patients' eye dimensions using specialized instruments including autorefractor, fundus camera, corneal topography, and OCT.
- Administer dilation drops to patients with precaution.
- Conduct various types of vision exams including stereo tests, visual field analysis, depth perception, and cover tests.
- Train patients how to put in contact lenses quickly and effectively.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA05.2027
High School Diploma -
James Logan High School
Union City, CA05.2024
Skills
- Patient care
- Clinical Documentation
- Research and Data Analysis
- Mentoring
- Customer Service
- Food Preparation
Timeline
Tutor
Ohlone College English Learning Center
06.2025 - 05.2026
Barista
Qamaria Yemeni Coffee
02.2025 - 05.2026
Ophthalmic Technician
NeoVision Eye Center
10.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Biology
Ohlone College
High School Diploma -
James Logan High School