Tayumicah Thomas

Optometric Technician at Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation (2024-11 – Present)

Providing optometric services to underserved communities

• Pre-screened by checking interocular pressure (glaucoma testing), and auto refraction providing correct ocular measurements, which ensured fewer remakes on glasses.
• Measured pupillary distance for each patient's glasses orders.
• Ensured patients medications and medical history were scribed correctly into Digital Optometric and Eclinicals system.
• Served patients from underserved communities and schools of Georgia.
• Translated optometric medical terminology from English to Spanish to Hispanic patients.

Graduate Research Assistant at SCALER LAB (2023-08 – 2024-11)

Conducted ethnographic research and data analysis

• Analyzed and conducted research for Lee County Georgia and Doughtry County.
• Established connections with local churches and universities such as Albany State University and Church of Christ
• Conducted Ethnographic Interviews with Leaders of Albany, and Lee County.
• Coded research utilizing NVIVO and organizing data in the database.
• Research paper selected and to speak at the American Anthropology Association annual conference

Learning Management System Administrator at Bluebird (2022-05 – 2023-08)

Managed learning management system and created instructional content

• Uploaded and updated modules into LearnUpon (Learning Management System).
• Communicated effectively project proposals and plans to stakeholders and led instructional designer.
• Managed and updated LMS reports, managed users, and resolved user issues.
• Create a cohort-style curriculum and launch new certification on a team of 3.
• Updated material on the LMS and marketing platforms using HTML and CSS.
• Designed, and updated, training workbooks and marketing material for in-person training.
• Conducted and edited voice-overs for Technician Certification which were implemented in the modules.
• Converted Technician Certification from self-paced system into a cohort-style application.
• Ensured learning modules were updated, to meet engineering standards.
• Conducted QA testing with engineers, and led instructional designer to ensure the modules meet industry standards.
• Designed and updated learning modules and courses using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, and Storyline 360.
• Managed four learning portals as Internal, External, Education, and Bus Dealer platforms.

Learning Support Technologist at Center of Learning and Technology (GSU) (2020-01 – 2022-05)

Provided technical support and system improvements for multi-campus learning systems

• Curated improvements for the Webex system, developed by our department for Decatur, Alpharetta, Dunwoody, Atlanta, and Clarkston campuses.
• Identified design errors and suggested a more user-friendly design for professors and students.
• Troubleshoot technological problems using simulcast software throughout five campuses simultaneously.

Optometric Technician at LensCrafters (2013-04 – 2021-10)

Provided optometric technical support and patient care

• Assisted multiple doctors, ensuring 40-60 patients were pre-screened by checking interocular pressure (glaucoma testing), and auto refraction providing correct ocular measurements, which ensured fewer remakes on glasses and contacts.
• Ensured patients medications and medical history were scribed correctly; insurances were billed and coded correctly by utilizing Revolution EHR.
• Assisted offices in Webb Gin and Lithonia office locations in training, or as a substitute for other Technicians.

Education Specialist at Covenant House Georgia AmeriCorps (2018-10 – 2019-12)

Provided education and career support to at-risk youth

• Taught and prepared curriculum to help at-risk youth ages 18-24 get jobs in the Atlanta area.
• Prepared and facilitated college tours at Georgia State University, Gordan State University, Atlanta Technical College.
• Managed 5-10 youths weekly to ensure personal goals such as resumes, FAFSA applications, college applications, and ensured youth had proper attire for interviews.
• Supported youths to move into their college dorms, go to orientations and provide psychological support.

MINA Mentor at Georgia State University Perimeter College (2018-01 – 2018-05)

Mentored refugee and immigrant students on standardized tests and college preparation

• Tutored refugee and immigrants for SAT, TOEFL, etc.
• Prepared upcoming students to apply successfully to college programs and FAFSA.
• Guided students through the financial aid process.

Master's in Anthropology – Georgia State University

Bachelor's in Anthropology – Georgia State University

High School Diploma – Clarkston Highschool (2013-05)

Study Abroad in Medical Anthropology and International Health Practices – Study Abroad - Costa Rica (2018-05 – 2018-06)