Cherilyn Tan
Singapore
Summary
Practiced Optometrist with 3 years of experience performing examinations and diagnosis of eye diseases and disorders. Skillful in preparing prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, maintaining a strong commitment to accuracy. Versed at forging and cultivating productive relationships with patients, retention and referrals.
Gained excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Locum Optometrist
W Optics
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Referred patients with indications of pathological condition to ophthalmologist for additional examination.
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Locum Optometrist
Ava Eye Clinic
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Referred patients with indications of pathological condition to ophthalmologist for additional examination.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently within 1 week.
Full Time Registered Optometrist
Dr Natasha Lim Eye Centre
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed team of 6 optometrists and 2 interns overseeing training, and professional growth of fellow colleague
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports, and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Completed paperwork and communicate with suppliers to ensure smooth operations in preparations for surgeries.
- Assist ophthalmologists in refractive surgeries (LASIK)
- Interviewed and examined patients using biomicroscopy of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis.
- Examined, diagnosed, and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Maintained sanitary work environment by disinfecting equipment, disposing of used supplies, and cleaning exam rooms.
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation, and refractive state.
- Performing reception duties of booking appointments and discharging patients after surgeries and consultations. Dispense and explain medications of pre and post surgeries.
- Accomplished passing provisional license in Optometrists and Opticians Board (OOB) on May 2022.
Sales Promoter
Raffles Hotel
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Selling and preparing moon cake samples for customers
- Cashiering and introducing product to customers.
- Recommended specific product options to meet customer needs.
- Engaged consumers in stores, on sidewalks and at outdoor events to encourage product sampling.
- Managed over 50-100 customers per day
Intern Optometrist
Essilor AMERA
04.2019 - 06.2019
- Calculated proper prescription employing formulas for single corrective lenses, contact lenses, prisms, aniseikonia, and aphakic lenses.
- Conducted regular inventory of eyeglasses frames
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service by responding to eyecare practitioners in market.
- Learned company's product which consists of functions, adaptions, and advantages of ophthalmic lenses
- Visiting optical shops to introduce new technology and teach eye care practitioners to apply when dispensing spectacles.
Intern Optometrist
Dr Alicia Eye Specialist Pte Ltd
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation and refractive state.
- Administered and dispensed medicated eye drops under supervision and care of ophthalmologist and optometrist
Warehouse Packer
Club 21 Pte Ltd
11.2016 - 12.2018
- Picked, packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Supervised and trained new staff
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Cardiff University
Cardiff06.2025
Diploma -
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Singapore05.2020
Diploma - Optometry
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Singapore05.2020
St. Margaret Secondary School
Singapore2016
-
Raffles Girl's Primary School
Singapore2012
Skills
- Eyeglass/ contact lens fitting
- Patient counseling
- Business administration
- Medical Imaging
- Eye Examination
- Basic computer skills (Word and excel)
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Volunteer work
Youth Expedition Programme (YEP)
Location: Cambodia (School Volunteer programme)
September 2019 (duration of 13 days)
- Performed opthalmic test eg, visual acuity testing, anterior and posterior eye examinations, eye pressure, basic lid hygiene at the village and schools across 8 days
- Dispensed glasses to aid villagers in daily activities, managed eye diseases.
- Painted walls of classrooms and teach students on basic numbering and alphabets
- Built well canals for villagers
- Visited orphanages to play games and teach children basic hygiene
- Packed and distributed food to the villagers
Timeline
Locum Optometrist
Ava Eye Clinic
03.2023 - 08.2023
Locum Optometrist
W Optics
07.2022 - 08.2023
Full Time Registered Optometrist
Dr Natasha Lim Eye Centre
06.2020 - 04.2022
Intern Optometrist
Essilor AMERA
04.2019 - 06.2019
Intern Optometrist
Dr Alicia Eye Specialist Pte Ltd
02.2019 - 04.2019
Sales Promoter
Raffles Hotel
08.2018 - 09.2019
Warehouse Packer
Club 21 Pte Ltd
11.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Cardiff University
Diploma -
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Diploma - Optometry
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
St. Margaret Secondary School
-
Raffles Girl's Primary School
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