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Cecilia Charman

Cecilia Charman

New Milton,Hampshire

Summary

Hardworking, a team player and target driven, approachable, naturally friendly as well as building rapport with patients leading to satisfactory satisfactory dispenses and aftercare. I'm Optometry Tech experienced with most pre testing and diagnostic equipments such as Optos, Fundus cameras, OCT, Lenstar, ECC and ICare including performing Visual Acuity test for returning patients if authorised. Maintaining schedule and patient flow to facilitate smooth running of the clinic resulting achieving revenue goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Ophthalmic Healthcare Technician

Spamedica Hospital
Poole, Dorset
08.2024 - 05.2025


  • Conducted diagnostic tests to identifying specialist eye pathologies such as cataracts, glaucoma, post-operation Capsular Opacification leading to restoration of vision by operation or laser.
  • Performing visual imaging test using Optos camera, scans using wavelength, Light and sound equipment. Performing Visual Acuity test and administering mydriatics prepping patients for surgery and escorting them to recovery area for nurses. Filling out pre -operation detailed reports facilitated informed decision making choices in theatre.
  • Theatre Run included recoding the operation on Medisight, taking vital instructions from the surgeon, record instruments used on designated sheets, disinfection of the surgery and restocking the equipments as well as checking the used by dates.

Senior Optical Assistant

Vision Express
New Milton, Hampshire
04.2010 - 07.2021
  • Daily running of the store including opening and closing, banking, stock taking, bookings patients, front desk operations and pre-testing , processing NHS forms and other relevant paperwork from various suppliers and contractors/partners
  • Dispensing: Assisting patients with understanding their prescription outcomes, frame choice, suitable lenses and benefits. Taking all vital accurate measurements and get the qualified or registered colleague to check the minor's or restricted category dispenses. Highlighting the running promotions as well as payment options. Being informative when addressing queries, complaints feedback and follow up as well. Contact Lenses ordering, teach, wear and care.
  • On collection: Assisting with optimal spectacle fit and adjustments, lens position for maximum clarity and satisfaction. Explaining the relevant aftercare, return and refund or exchange repairs policy .

Education

Senior Optical Assistant Qualification

ABDO COLLEGE
Canterbury, Kent
08.2022

GCSE -

Brockenhurst College
Brockenhurst, Hampshire
10.2016

Skills

Good communication with both staff and customers both verbal and written A good listener, able to worker under pressure, quick learner on most high end pre-testing / diagnostic equipment always open to knowledge and development not easily demoralised

References

Noor Saharudin  Hospital Manager Poole

Contacts: 0300584280 

Email: noor.saharudin@spamedica.co.uk 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Valter Rui De Fraites Castelao, Former Supervisor ( Vision Express New Milton)

Email: valterrui@gmail.com Mobile: 07491688172





Timeline

Ophthalmic Healthcare Technician

Spamedica Hospital
08.2024 - 05.2025

Senior Optical Assistant

Vision Express
04.2010 - 07.2021

Senior Optical Assistant Qualification

ABDO COLLEGE

GCSE -

Brockenhurst College
Cecilia Charman