PERSONAL STATEMENT
Seasoned Optometrist with over 6 years of professional experience providing eye care services for children and adults. Extensive knowledge of innovative and patient-centred approaches to diagnosis and treatment procedures, and committed to providing exceptional optical care. Seeking to deploy expertise to provide high-quality optical services while achieving personal and organisational goals.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Optometrist
Robb Clinics, Aug 2019–Present, Manchester
- Manage a team of 4 staff to diagnose and treat eye disorders through prescription, repair, and adjustment of eyeglasses as needed by patients
- Implemented approaches that reduced diagnosis time by 20% to increase productivity and customer satisfaction
- Perform 6+ diagnoses daily and provide clinical advice on treatment plans and choice of spectacles or contact lenses
- Reduced average duration of medical eye care visits by 50 minutes through the use of up-to-date devices, such as autorefractors and retinoscopes
- Provide six months of training to new staff and grade performance based on clinic development plan
Optometrist
Parfait Eye Clinic, May 2017–Jul 2019, Rochdale
- Oversaw all phases of patient assessment and treatment plan overhaul, improving recovery time and reducing frequency of medication side effects
- Advised patients on corrective measures for eye disorders, including amblyopia and astigmatism
- Worked with other doctors to assess general health, referring 50+ clients monthly to ophthalmologists and other appropriate specialists for treatment
- Improved vision of 120+ patients over 2 years through examinations, diagnoses, and tailored prescriptions
- Expanded scope of practice to include clinical advice on low vision, therapeutic medicine, and juvenile myopia control
Optometrist
Johnsons Eye Care, May 2014–May 2017, Ashby-de-la-Zouch
- Worked with three ophthalmologists in a fast-paced environment, delivering quality eye assessment and treatment advice to an average of 20 clients daily
- Awarded Practitioner of the Year for dedication and excellence to service in 2016 and 2017
- Achieved 100% rating for customer satisfaction in 2016 and 2017
- Tested 50+ patients for vision depth, colour perception, and visual field to provide accurate drugs and lens prescriptions
- Diagnosed eye disorders including signs of injury, ocular diseases, or abnormality with 98% precision
EDUCATION
PhD in Vision Sciences
University of Cardiff
2011–2014
BSc (Hons), 2:1, in Optometry
University of Bristol
2007–2011
KEY SKILLS
- Optical design
- Clinical assessment
- Vision testing
- Vision therapy
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Organisational skills
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Avid cyclist, regularly participating in regional races
- Amateur football player
- Enjoy socialising with friends