Mary Kiryako

A dedicated student and soon-to-be Doctor aiming to apply my knowledge. Currently studying Doctor of Optometry at Drexel University. Demonstrated a history of leadership in group work. Eager to bring an excellent work ethic and a strong commitment to quality performance.

Enthusiastic with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to bring above-average skills in information regarding educational advice to pre-professional healthcare students.

Optometric Technician - Doctor Maria Cardona - Paramus, NJ

(2019-01 - 2022-08)

• Analyzed chart preparation of patient engagement to review diagnostic testing, photos and preventative measurement if needed.
• Performed clerical duties, including pasting refractor receipts and entering data.
• Assisted with visual field testing, ocular photography, optical coherence tomography, and pre-exam data collection
• Taking patient history
• Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations

Tutoring - Private tutoring - Bergen County, NJ

(2017-09 - 2023-08)

• Evaluated the grades of students
• Tutored undergrad students in Biology, and grades from K-12 in science, math, English and social studies.
• Clearly went over subjects that the student had difficulty with
• Taught new methods of organization
• Helped with test preparation and homework
• Engaged with students and helped them to communicate with their teachers
• Effectively worked with parents
• Positive atmosphere promotion
• Good experience with teaching online; especially during COVID

Internship: Primary care - The Eye Institute Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

(2022-08 - 2025-02)

• Performed comprehensive eye exams on all ages
• Diagnosed and managed refractive errors, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and Age related macular degeneration and much more under supervision of an Optometrist and Opthamologist.
• Conducted slit lamp exams, OCT scans, visual field testing, tonometry, and pachymetry.

Internship: Speciality in Pediatrics - The Eye Institute Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

(2025-11 - 2025-02)

• Conducted pediatric eye exams with emphasis on binocular vision testing and cycloplegic dilated exams. Performed vision therapy on patients with accommodative disorders.
• Diagnosed and managed amblyopia, strabismus and refractive error, and accommodative dysfunction.
• Evaluated pediatric patients with developmental delays and special needs.
• Performed infant eye exams using retinoscopy and and age appropriate visual acuity methods.

Externship: Optical center - Curve Optics - Amman, Jordan

(2023-06 - 2023-08)

• Assisted in fabricating ophthalmic lenses including single vision, and bifocal lenses using edging and surface equipment.
• Verified prescription accuracy
• Measured Pupillary distance and optical centers
• Educated patients on lens material, and coatings.
• Conducted retinoscopy and refractions.

Externship - Lawrenceville Eye care - Pittsburgh, PA

(2025-03 - 2025-05)

• Conducted full comprehensive eye exams
• Refraction, slit lamp exams to assess the integrity of the cornea and anatomy of the eye.
• Diagnosed and managed ocular diseases under supervision of an optometrist
• Performed dilated eye exams, tonometry, soft contact lenses evaluations, dry eye disease, and cataracts

Externship - VA hospital - Lyons, NJ

(2025-05 - 2026-08)

• Conducted full eye exams, with an emphasis on glaucoma and age related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Performed OCT scans, visual fields and analyzed them accordingly.

Externship - Corneal associates of NJ - Fairfield, NJ

(2026-02)

• Assisted in the evaluation and management of complex anterior segment and corneal pathology including keratoconus, post-keratoplasty patients, corneal dystrophies, and infectious keratitis
• Performed comprehensive ocular examinations including slit lamp biomicroscopy, Goldmann applanation tonometry, pachymetry, and corneal topography interpretation
• Assisted in fitting specialty contact lenses including scleral lenses, RGPs, and soft lenses for irregular corneas and failed grafts

Diploma - Hackensack High School (2014-09 - 2018-06)

Bachelor of Science - Biology - Felician University (2018-08 - 2021-12)

Doctor of Optometry - Optometry - Drexel University (2022-08 - 2026-08)