Rachel Yap
Optometrist
Summary
Patient-focused Optometrist with one year of experience in a high-volume retail practice, delivering comprehensive eye examinations, accurate refraction, and contact lens care. Experienced in identifying and appropriately referring ocular pathology, with a growing interest in clinical optometry and medical retina. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. Seeking a clinic-based role to further develop skills in ocular disease management and multidisciplinary eye care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Optometrist
Vision Express
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough eye examinations and personalised care for 3500+ patients/year.
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams- (e.g IP optometrists, ophthalmologists, stroke unit, GP, see4school, DRS, glaucoma review).
- Triage, co-prescribing and follow up for certain conditions [AAU, HSK, Marginal Keratitis, Pre-septal Cellulitis] as part of NHS Grampian's shared care network and established private referral networks.
- Addressed emergency ocular situations such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate follow up.
- Maintained accurate, thorough clinical records in accordance with NHS, GOC, and local governance standards with management software Acuitas used in practice.
Pre-registration Optometrist
Vision Express
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed strong foundations in comprehensive eye examinations, ocular health assessment and dispensing visual correction under supervision.
- Assessed and managed a wide range of routine and complex ocular presentations, escalating and referring appropriately in line with local and national management guidelines.
- Built confidence in clinical decision-making, patient communication, and professional accountability.
- Maintained strong rapport with colleagues
Clinical Assistant
Stan Isaacs
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted the optometrists in providing high-quality treatment to patients
- Reviewed and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
Intern
Stan Isaacs
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and shadowing resident optometrists
- Gained valuable experience working within the industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Participated in early stages of clinical research
Education
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, UK 04.2001 -
Diploma in Optometry -
Singapore Polytechnic
Singapore 04.2001 -
Skills
Refraction and VA testing
Surgery referrals
Optical sales
Dry eye management
Glaucoma screening
Post cataract follow up
Optical coherence tomography
Dispensing of glasses, contact lenses and visual aids
Paediatric assessment
Certification
Fully Qualified Optometrist, General Optical Council
Affiliations
General Optical Council
College of Optometrists
Association of Optometrists
Optometry Scotland
Timeline
PVG scheme, Disclosure Scotland
07-2025
Optometrist
Vision Express
11.2024 - 09.2025
Fully Qualified Optometrist, General Optical Council
11-2024
MCOptom, College of Optometrists
10-2024
Pre-registration Optometrist
Vision Express
07.2023 - 10.2024
Clinical Assistant
Stan Isaacs
03.2021 - 08.2021
Intern
Stan Isaacs
10.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Optometry
Glasgow Caledonian University
04.2001 -
Diploma in Optometry -
Singapore Polytechnic
04.2001 -