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Rick Nero

Optometrist
Colorado Springs

Summary

Reliable Optometrist with over 10 years of management-level experience within the Air Force Reserves. Experienced in performing examinations and diagnosis of eye diseases and disorders. Skillful in preparing prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, maintaining strong commitment to accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Optometrist

Peak View Optometry-Eyeglass World Sublease
06.2024 - 07.2025
  • Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
  • Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough eye examinations and personalized care.
  • Provided exceptional patient care, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients and colleagues alike.

Non-Commissioned Officer

Peterson Air Force Base, AF Reserves
05.2005 - 08.2020
  • Successfully manages technical and administrative activities of clinic to ensure effective and efficient programs; recognized as effective leader by Unit Commander
  • Provides oversight of day-to-day clinic operations in accordance with Air Force instruction policy and regulations; guaranteed members were current on all required training
  • Performs internal audits to guarantee team adherence to policy while providing process improvement; improved department efficiency by 30%
  • Develops and arranges continuing education opportunities, increasing team knowledge and skills while monitoring individual training needs; effective communication and interpersonal skills

Refractive Surgery Technician

United States Air Force Academy
10.2016 - 07.2020
  • Warfighter Refractive Surgery Center - Gathers, analyzes and interprets data via Microsoft Excel for report preparation; increased knowledge and effectiveness of Eximer lasers on distinct populations of patients
  • Creates, maintains and delivers pre-surgical educational program; effectively educates patients prior to treatment
  • Verifies surgical candidates medical records and documentation is accurate and precise, while maintaining HIPPA compliance; guaranteed zero discrepancies prior to surgery
  • Assists Surgeon in Refractive Surgery; Team player

Education

Doctor of Optometry

Salus University-Pennsylvania College of Optometry
Elkins Park, PA
08.2020 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology

University of Colorado
Springs, Colorado
08.2006 - 05.2011

High School Diploma -

Air Academy High School
08.2001 - 05.2005

Additional Information


  • James S. Lewis, MD (03/23- 05/23 Elkins Park, PA)- Glaucoma and Corneal disease rotation
  • Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center (05/23- 11/23 Philadelphia, PA)- Primary Eye Care, Hospital and Disease rotation
  • The Eye Institute (11/23- 02/24 Philadelphia, PA)- Specialty Contact Lens Services rotation
  • Total Eye Care (02/24- 05/24 Levittown, PA)- Specialty Contact Lens Services rotation

Certification

Basic Life Support-American Heart Association

Timeline

Optometrist

Peak View Optometry-Eyeglass World Sublease
06.2024 - 07.2025

Doctor of Optometry

Salus University-Pennsylvania College of Optometry
08.2020 - 05.2024

Refractive Surgery Technician

United States Air Force Academy
10.2016 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology

University of Colorado
08.2006 - 05.2011

Non-Commissioned Officer

Peterson Air Force Base, AF Reserves
05.2005 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Air Academy High School
08.2001 - 05.2005

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