SHAHNA SHERIN NALAKATH
Abu Dhabi
Summary
DoH-certified optometrist with experience in refraction, patient care, spectacle dispensing, and clinic operations. Proficient in-patient counseling, frame and lens selection, and basic clinical assessments. Skilled in handling patient flow, maintaining accurate medical records, and delivering high-quality care. Seeking a full-time role in Abu Dhabi.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optometrist
TB YENU EYE CARE
12.2022 - 02.2025
- Specialised in spectacle dispensing, including lens selection, frame fitting, and adjustments.
- Provided patient counseling on spectacle use, lens types, maintenance, and general eye care.
- Assisted customers in choosing frames and lenses based on prescription, lifestyle, and budget.
- Educated patients on regular eye checkups and proper vision hygiene.
- Maintained detailed records of prescriptions and patient interactions for follow-up care.
Optometrist Trainee
Badr Al Samaa Group of Hospitals
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted refraction assessments using manual and automated techniques.
- Skilled in using the phoropter for precise subjective refraction.
- Performed dry eye evaluations and provided basic management guidance.
- Delivered patient care including pre-testing, visual acuity screening, and counseling.
- Assisted ophthalmologists during examinations and minor procedures.
- Recorded vital signs (blood pressure, temperature) and entered data into ERP system.
- Managed patient files, updated records, and organized reports.
- Coordinated with reception for appointment scheduling and patient flow.
- Assisted insurance department with documentation and approvals.
- Supported daily clinic operations for smooth workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Rayhan College of Optometry, Edappal
Bharathiar University08.2023
Diploma - Optometry
Rayhan College of Optometry, Edappal
National Council Of Vocational & Research Training08.2020
Skills
- Refraction (Manual & Automated)
- Spectacle Dispensing
- Phoropters Use
- Patient counseling
- Dry Eye Evaluation
- Medical Records Management
Certification
- HAAD Optometrist Department of Health Abu Dhabi (Issued July 2025)
- Driving License LV Abu Dhabi Police (Issued June 2025)
- Optometrist Member Indian Optometric Association (Issued Feb 2023)
Timeline
Optometrist
TB YENU EYE CARE
12.2022 - 02.2025
Optometrist Trainee
Badr Al Samaa Group of Hospitals
08.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Rayhan College of Optometry, Edappal
Diploma - Optometry
Rayhan College of Optometry, Edappal
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