JESSE WALTERS, ABOM

info@jessewaltersabom.com

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CERTIFICATIONS

ABO Qualified Technical Trainer Levels I and II 2012 – Present
ABO Master in Ophthalmic Optics 2012 – Present
ABO Advanced Certification 2010 – 2012
American Board of Opticianry Certified 2003 – 2010

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Opticians Association of Oregon

Qualified Continuing Education Trainer for the OAO Spring Convention 2013 & 2014
Compiled and lectured 6 hours of CE approved original coursework to optical professionals.

Montana Optometric Association

Qualified Continuing Education Trainer for the MOA Spring Convention 2013 & 2014
Lecturer for 4 hours of ABO accredited courses for Opticians and Para-optometric technicians.

Eyecare Professionals and Mountain Eyewear

Optician, ABOM 2013
Continued development of staff education lectures at weekly office meetings. Supported and sponsored as an ABO approved educator.

Eyes on Broadway

Lab Manager 2012
Required to report on new lens technologies, fitting techniques, and proper lens ordering in a weekly opticians meeting. Sponsored by the business to research, compose, and submit for approval ABO accredited coursework.

Carl Zeiss Vision

Finish Department Lead and Trainer 2011

Conducted a daily production meeting for a staff of a dozen direct reports. Responsible for continual training and development of staff in lens finishing, equipment operation, frame handling, and safety concerns.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Eyecare Professionals & Mountain Eyewear;  Livingston, MT

Optician, ABOM January 2013 – Present

• Responsible for all verification of Rx and measurements of prescription eyewear.
• Analyze and troubleshoot with patient’s who experience adaptation difficulties.
• Assist with lens and frame solutions to best fit a patient’s vision needs.
• Maintain lab supply ordering and invoice/credit monitoring.

Eyes on Broadway; Portland, OR

Lab Manager December 2003 – January 2013

• Responsible for all in house manufacturing of prescription eyewear.
• In charge of quality control of all completed eyewear. Requiring a very thorough examination of Rx, prism, measurements and adjustment.
• Assist patients with frame and lens selections as well as ordering the final product and billing vision insurance.
• Established and maintained the procedure for all lens, frame and contact lens credit return for warranty and defect.
• Conducted continuing education training for optical staff on new technologies and lens designs.

Carl Zeiss Vision; Clackamas, OR

Finishing Department Lead August 2011- March 2012

• Responsible for the operation, maintenance and calibration of all equipment and machinery including the MEI edging system.
• Direct a daily production meeting covering current production goals, process improvements, safety concerns and staffing adjustments.
• Perform root cause analysis on all non-conforming products and create training and process solutions to decrease breakage.
• Directly oversee more than dozen employees and responsible for hiring, training and continued development of personnel in tracing, blocking, edging, assembly, quality inspection, drill mounting, tint and repair.
• Continuously utilize the DVI computer system for tracking job status, breakage, shipping goals, stalled work and late order status.

Look Optical; Denver, CO

Lab Manger/ Dispensing Optician March 2003 – November 2003

• Edged lenses, ordered supplies, maintained uncut lens stock, and performed all duties pertaining to lab operations.
• Billed all insurance sales and filed all claims.
• Sold, fit and dispensed prescription eyewear.

PUBLICATIONS AND CURRICULUM

“Unraveling the Compensated Prescription”

Technical Thesis for qualification of Master level certification in ophthalmic optics through the American Board of Opticianry

“The Bevel’s Advocate”

ABO approved level I technical course, 2 ABO credit hours
Course Description:
Proper edge selection and lens finishing can really make or break the final product of any spectacle order. Knowing your options is only half the battle. This course will also explore the proper meanings of commonly misinterpreted terminology as well as when and how to order a variety of beveled and grooved lenses.

“Unraveling the Compensated Prescription”

ABO approved level II technical course, 2 ABO credit hours
Course Description:
One of the most notable advancements in lens technology today is the frequent use of prescription compensation. An educated optician is likely to be skilled in taking the additional measurements that the lab asks for and perhaps even has a concise selling strategy. However, I aim to dig a little deeper and arm the optical professional with the knowledge of how a prescription lens changes in relation to its position of wear and how this strategic deviation from the doctor’s written Rx makes sense after all.

“Can You Cut It?”

ABO approved level II technical course, 2 ABO credit hours
Course Description:
A good in-office laboratory can benefit both practice and patient. Although the proper combining of a wide variety of frame styles with infinite prescription variations can be challenging. Learn how to predict lens thickness, cut-out, and proper base curve before it becomes a breakage or delay. Reduce turn-time and cost while increasing quality and patient satisfaction.

“Fundamentals of Final Inspecting”

ABO approved level II technical course, 1 ABO credit hour
Course Description:
Opticians want to be sure that the glasses they dispense not only look great but also provide excellent vision. Quality inspection requires technical know-how as well as the correct equipment to accurately interpret measurements and properly troubleshoot variables in lens accuracy and aesthetics.

“Quick Fixes and Adjustment Tricks”

ABO approved level II technical course, 1 ABO credit hour
Course Description:
Opticians are often faced with the difficult decisions of whether or not to accept a spectacle order that is not quite up to standards. Many of these minor errors in aesthetics, prescription or frame adjustment can be fixed under your own roof without having to sacrifice turn time, cost, or quality in your final product.

EDUCATION

University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
Coursework in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior 2000 – 2001
Normandale Community College Bloomington, MN
Associate of the Arts Degree 1999 – 2000