Optometric Assistant at Dr. Shekari & Associates (Pearle Vision) (2025-11 – Present)
- Performed preliminary eye exams (auto-refraction, tonometry, OCT) in a high-volume clinic serving 40-60 patients daily, supporting efficient patient flow during overbooked schedules
- Managed patient intake, health card and insurance verification, and walk-in triage, while maintaining accurate records on RevolutionEHR and Total Recall, reducing documentation errors and delays
- Coordinated referrals, follow-ups, and communication between physicians, patients, and specialist clinics using Google Sheets tracking systems, improving care continuity and patient retention
Research Assistant at Yonsei University - Digital Mental Health Lab (2024-06 – 2024-08)
- Reduced data processing time by 10+ hours by creating Excel-based automations for literature review; presented solution to lead researcher, resulting in teamwide implementation
- Developed and maintained a detailed behavioural coding sheet, ensuring consistent data collection across multiple researchers
- Reviewed and analyzed 300+ behavioural data points from video recordings, achieving high inter-rater reliability
Research Assistant at University of Waterloo - Vision and Attention Lab (2023-05 – 2024-01)
- Coordinated participant scheduling and managed study time slots each week to maximize participant enrolment efficiency
- Administered surveys and experimental procedures to participants, ensuring adherence to study protocols and accurate data collection
- Assisted with physiological data analysis by marking participants' heart rate recordings, supporting a larger study
Teaching Assistant at Spirit of Math Schools (2016-09 – 2020-07)
- Responsible for helping students thrive in mathematics by keeping them engaged during lessons and group work
- Took time each week to explain questions to those who were struggling with the material while building a supportive and approachable learning environment
- Gained leadership skills as well as the initiative to bring in fresh ideas each week in order to help both students and teachers well-adjust to the classroom environment
