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Victoria Nguyen

Irvine,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly personable UCI graduate with a bachelors degree in Biological Sciences. Currently at Saybrook University for completion of a masters degree in Applied Psychophysiology with a specialization in Optimal Performance by August 2025. Seeking a position that allows for professional development and growth within the field of neuropsychology.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teaching Assistant, Histology

Bastyr University
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Supported groups of 4-5 students in study skills and approach in learning histology in 1-2 hour learning sessions.
  • Facilitated discussion questions administered by professor amongst small group of students.

MCAT Tutor

Self
10.2017 - 07.2020
  • Supported over 50 students with homework completion, study skills for exams and college prep exams, and refinement of college admissions personal statements and applications.
  • Provided additional self-made study guides and materials that included high-yield, pertinent information for MCAT and class exams.

Emergency Department Medical Scribe

ScribeAmerica
04.2017 - 10.2017
  • Documented patients' medical history, test results, and vital statistics while working alongside clinicians
  • Managed sensitive and confidential materials such as patient health records
  • Effectively communicated to emergency providers the status of their patients
  • Prepared computerized physician order entry for review and discharge orders

Licensed Optician

Advanced Eyecare Optometric Center
06.2013 - 06.2016
  • Conducted visual field tests to measure field of vision.
  • Educated patients about proper contact lens care, visual hygiene and safety and trained patients to safely insert and remove contact lenses.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Precisely completed appropriate claims paperwork, documentation and system entry.
  • Accurately coded and billed medical claims and verified patients’ eligibility and claims status with insurance agencies.
  • Prepared patient charts, pre-admissions and consent forms as necessary.

Eyewear Consultant

LensCrafters
10.2012 - 01.2014
  • Helped patients select frames according to desired style and color.
  • Recommended lenses, lens coatings and frames to suit client needs.
  • Fabricated lenses to meet prescription specifications.
  • Fitted and adjusted eyeglasses and contact lenses.

Tutor

Golden Gate Academy
07.2011 - 07.2012
  • Tutored 2nd grade to high school students in math, writing, and SAT general science.
  • Encouraged development of learning skills in addition to subject knowledge.
  • Collaborated with instructors to determine areas of focus and refer students in need of additional assistance.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Psychophysiology

Saybrook University
Pasadena, California
08-2025

Certification

  • Certified optician: American Board of Opticianary California, License #204995
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association

Community Service

Intern, 07/2017 to 07/2018
Vietnamese American Cancer Foundation - Fountain Valley, California 

  • Connected cancer patients with support groups and appropriate resources that best fits their needs.
  • Assisted organization in writing grants to help support, grow, and expand current programs and fund new projects.
  • Aided in the preparation for health screenings and educational community workshops and lectures


Student Volunteer, 06/2013 

UCI Global Medical Brigade - Honduras 

  • Shadowed both local and foreign health professionals and assisted in taking patient vitals, documenting consultation, packaging medication, and organizing health education workshops in rural communities

Event Coordinator, 06/2006 to 06/2010 
UCI Interfaith Catholic Center - Irvine, California

  • Coordinated and monitored church group events such as fund–raisers, banquets, and worship programs.
  • Assisted in development and maintenance of the church facility by ensuring a clean, organized, and safe environment for worship and social activities.
  • Created a budget and managed financial affairs through recording, filing, and calculating related financial funds to ensure fiscal viability of all events.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant, Histology

Bastyr University
07.2020 - 07.2021

MCAT Tutor

Self
10.2017 - 07.2020

Emergency Department Medical Scribe

ScribeAmerica
04.2017 - 10.2017

Licensed Optician

Advanced Eyecare Optometric Center
06.2013 - 06.2016

Eyewear Consultant

LensCrafters
10.2012 - 01.2014

Tutor

Golden Gate Academy
07.2011 - 07.2012

Master of Science - Applied Psychophysiology

Saybrook University

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