Motivated university student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optical Assistant & Receptionist
Sight Solutions Optical Centre Ltd.
Chaguanas
05.2024 - 09.2024
Welcome, patients; manage check-ins, answer queries, and book appointments in person and over the phone.
Elicit a case history via questions about vision, eye health and lifestyle needs. Accurately record patient details.
Conduct pre-screening tests, like autorefraction and non-contact tonometry. Use a manual focimeter to verify spectacle prescriptions.
Assist in lens dispensing by providing patients with advice on frame selection and available lens options. Place and organize frames on display.
Process orders and liaise with labs for repairs.
Intern
EyesTT Eye Care Centre
129 Freeport Mission Rd
07.2024 - 08.2024
Conduct pre-screening tests, including autorefraction, visual acuity, and tonometry. Use of an automatic focimeter to verify spectacle prescription.
Observe eye exams, contact lens fittings, and refractive error assessments.
Executed tests involving the use of slit lamps, OCT, and visual field machines.
Manage frame stock data using Excel: update inventory and track orders.
Barista
Starbucks
Munroe Road
07.2023 - 09.2023
Greet customers and take orders. Provide personalized customer service, and make product recommendations. Educate customers on Starbucks' products, ingredients, and brewing methods.
Process customer transactions. Handle cash, credit cards, and balance the cash register at the end of shifts.
Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages. Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other equipment to craft beverages.
Monitor inventory levels, and replenish stock as needed.
Support store operations by performing opening and closing duties, as required. Participate in store meetings, and contribute to team discussions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
University of The West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago
07-2026
High School Diploma -
Holy Faith Convent Couva
Couva, Trinidad And Tobago
06-2022
Skills
Customer service
Optometric testing
Lens dispensing
Patient management
Product upselling
Certification
Certificate of Excellence in 'Spanish for Healthcare Professionals' Course - 10/20/2024
Barista Basics Certification - 05/16/2023
Certificate of Merit for having completed 116 hours of National Community Service on 28/04/2022
Languages
English
First Language
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Accomplishments
Ranked 5th in the 2022 CAPE Regional Merit List from the Caribbean Examinations Council for CAPE Spanish (Additional Subject) - 09/2022
Affiliations
Member of the Trinidad and Tobago Optometry Students' Association (TTOSA)
Member of Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (SVOSH) - UWI