Wimansa Deshani Hettiarachchi
Pakenham,Australia
Summary
Professional with comprehensive knowledge in optometry, skilled in conducting thorough eye examinations and diagnosing visual impairments. Strong focus on patient care and collaboration with multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using advanced diagnostic equipment and maintaining patient records with precision. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and results-driven approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Clinical Training
Melbourne Eyecare Clinic, Australian College of Optometry, Eyes on Dromana, Specsavers, OPSM, Yarra Junction Optical
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive eye examinations, including case history, refraction, slit lamp examination, and fundoscopy.
- Built on skills in ocular health assessment and refractive error correction, managing patients across a range of ages and visual needs.
- Practised contact lens fitting and aftercare, including soft and RGP lenses.
- Applied clinical reasoning in real patient scenarios under supervision.
Student Volunteer
Australian College of Optometry Low Vision Clinic, Royal Children's Teddybear Hospital
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted in vision screenings for children and older adults.
- Helped manage patient with low vision and provide visual aids that enhances their quality of life
- Provided advice on eye health and the importance of routine eye exams.
Optical Assistant
Specsavers
08.2023 - Current
- Support Optometrists with pre-testing
- Offer customers frame styling advice
- Dispense glasses with various lens options
- Build strong rapport and create a memorable customer journey
Maths Tutor
Self-employed
04.2019 - Current
- Deliver effective math tutoring and instructions for students in grades 1 through 10.
- Boost student confidence in problem-solving by providing individualized support and targeted feedback during tutoring sessions.
- Develop positive relationships with students and parents, fostering open communication about progress and areas for growth.
- Maintain records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
Medical receptionist
Family Medical and Dental Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Served patients by greeting and helping them, scheduling appointments, and maintaining records and accounts.
- Optimized patients’ satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone.
- Worked under pressure during busy hours and making sure patients are taken care of to the best potential.
- Kept patient appointments on schedule by notifying doctors of patient’s arrival, reviewing service delivery compared to schedule, and reminding providers of service delays.
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC12-2025
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC11.2021
Skills
- Organised & effective time management skills: Able to prioritise and prepare to complete examinations promptly while maintaining quality of care
- Excellent verbal and written skills: Developing strong communication skills through active listening and clear, professional written correspondence with colleagues, patients, and other health professionals
- Great team working skills: Collaborated effectively with colleagues, health professionals, patients, students, and parents to uphold my duties as a receptionist, optical assistant, and tutor
- Ocular health evaluation and refractive error correction: Through hands-on experience in clinical placements, I have enhanced my competence in assessing ocular health and correcting refractive errors, refining both my diagnostic and patient management skills
- Practice management software: Have experience and skills in navigating and using Sunnix, Optomate and Socrates
- Contact lens fitting and patient education: Have successfully fitted patients with soft and rigid contact lenses as part of my training
Hobbies and Interests
- Traditional Sri Lankan dance — assisting my guru with classes and having performed through to my 2023 graduation.
- Community event hosting in English and Sinhala; highlight includes meeting the Australian Prime Minister, Hon. Anthony Albanese, at the Sri Lankan New Year Festival 2024.
- Paddleboarding for relaxation and connection, and Pilates to stay active and mindful.
- Passion for teaching from a young age, which developed into tutoring and sparked my interest in specialising in paediatrics.
Timeline
Student Volunteer
Australian College of Optometry Low Vision Clinic, Royal Children's Teddybear Hospital
04.2025 - 07.2025
Undergraduate Clinical Training
Melbourne Eyecare Clinic, Australian College of Optometry, Eyes on Dromana, Specsavers, OPSM, Yarra Junction Optical
02.2025 - Current
Optical Assistant
Specsavers
08.2023 - Current
Medical receptionist
Family Medical and Dental Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2022
Maths Tutor
Self-employed
04.2019 - Current
Doctor of Optometry -
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Monash University
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