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Current Opticianry student at Georgian College seeking a co-op position starting in May 2024. I am willing to relocate to any where in Ontario. Resume is below:
THARAKRISHNAN VENGINIKKATTU RADHAKRISHNAN NAIR
61 Cardinal Street, Barrie, Ontario | 249-989-3264 | kthara147@gmail.comÂ
SUMMARY OF SKILLSÂ
• Patient evaluation and overall examination of eye to note for any pterygium and other disease
• Compassionate in providing comfort and care for patientsÂ
• Distributing eyeglasses and contact lenses according to patient needs and comfort
• Educated patients in choosing frames according to patient's face shapeÂ
• Strong communication skills, adept at identifying patient's needsÂ
• Execute Fundus photo, OCT in order to examine the internal portion of eyeÂ
• Slit lamp evaluation to check for any eye diseases and contraindication when fitting contact lenses
• Conduct keratometry and lensometry for measuring corneal curvature used in contact lens fitting
• Strong commitment to learning and becoming an expert in my field
• Problem solving skills, adept at finding solutions in hectic situationsÂ
• Repairing frames and nose padsÂ
• Adaptable to different environments and peopleÂ
EDUCATIONÂ
Opticianry co-op Diploma Program 2023 - Present
Georgian College, Barrie, OntarioÂ
Fellowship in Diagnostics in Anterior and Posterior Segment 2021-2022
Little Flower Hospital and Research Centre, AngamalyÂ
Bachelor Of Science In Optometry 2016 - 2020
Alshifa College Of Paramedical Sciences, MalappuramÂ
EXPERIENCEÂ
Optometrist 2022 – 2023
The Kannadi Factory, ThodupuzhaÂ
• Distributed spectacles/contact lenses for approx. 25 patients/day according to patient's needs and fit
• Engaged in sales to achieve sales targets
• Answered questions from patients and relatives regarding spectacles and contact lenses
• Supervised opticians and team to achieve sales targets and perform wellÂ
• Inspected visual acuity for refraction when prescribing spectacles to patients
• Engaged in leadership for staff coordination and maintained accurate records
• Utilized creative skills for critical thinking and appreciating new ideasÂ
• Counselled patients for cataract surgeries on pre and post eye careÂ
• Mentored 3 opticians in selecting frames, contact lenses and evaluationÂ
Optometrist 2022
Nethravaranam Contact Lens Clinic and Opticals, ThripunithuraÂ
• Helped patients in choosing eyeglasses that suitably fit to avoid discomfortÂ
• Implemented auto refractometry for refraction and finding refractive correction points of patients
• Performed patient evaluation and selected contact lenses most suitable for patient's needs
• Used interpersonal skills for active listening and collaborating with both patients and co-workers
• Fit contact lenses by finding base curve as proper fit equals better visionÂ
• Repaired spectacles by adjusting bridges, temples, eye wire, nose pads as well as endpiecesÂ
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE AND TRAININGÂ
Student Optometrist 2020 – 2021
General Hospital ErnakulamÂ
• Assisted in checking intraocular pressure using tonometer in patients, eye testing, eye patching
• Explained procedures to patients with assistance of senior optometrist without errors
• Maintained precise records of patients for future visits and follow-upsÂ
Internship 2020 - 2020
General Hospital Ernakulam (Camp)Â
• Arranged and gathered 15 opticians and 10 Optometrists in camps and instructed them
• Scheduled appointments for patients and gave emergency care to patientsÂ
• Carried overall eye examinations, A-scan, and checked visual acuityÂ
• Completed 100 days of refraction, and 40 days in dispensing contact lens, spectacles and low vision aids • Finished 53 days of training in different specialty eye clinics such as glaucoma, retina, cornea, pediatric
• Guided opticians and staffs in camps for providing smooth services in fast paced environmentÂ
CERTIFICATIONSÂ
• CME workshop: "A Dispensing Galore" in Ahalia School of Optometry 2018
• CME workshop: "Refraction Retouch" in Puthalath Eye Hospital 2018