Maria Bonolo Mathevula
Optometrist
Centurion,GP
Summary
Future hospital manager, vibrant optometrist and a dynamic Lecturer with over 6 years of middle management experience in government hospital, added success coordinating Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program,successfully implemented dispensing of spectacles to patients in 2013, successfully planned and implemented strategies for developing an improved eye healthcare management within the department.
With over 3 years of successful lecturing, supervising, and researching experience. Known for interesting lectures with helpful supporting materials and detail-oriented classroom management.
Dedicated to individual student success and comprehensive understanding.
Practiced, as independent Optometrist with over 15 years of experience performing examinations and diagnosis of eye diseases and disorders. Skillful in preparing prescriptions for spectacles, prescription of low vision aids, conducting binocular vision therapy as well as contact lenses assessment and fitting; Maintaining of strong commitment to accuracy of optometry standards and high ethical conduct. Versed at forging and cultivating productive relationships with external and internal stakeholders, achieving high levels of patient satisfaction, retention and referrals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
15
15
Years of Professional experience
6
6
Years of Middle Management experience
3
3
Years of Academic and Research experience
6
6
Years of Private Health experience
Work History
Lecturer
University of Limpopo, Turfloop Campus
Polokwane, Limpopo
01.2019 - Current
- Administrative duties
- Preparing a lecture using resource like textbooks and published articles
- Lecturing 2nd to Final level students
- Coordinating clinical practice with 3rd and 4th level students
- Setting of question papers and memorandums
- Linical duties
- Attending Optometry OPD clinic on designated days
- Ensuring good practice when students are doing their clinical practice
- Giving patients eye-care service
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Inspired discussions through presentation of thought-provoking material, preparing students for rigors of Pediatrics, Binocular Vision, Low vision, General Optometry and Ocular disease field.
- Inspired discussions through presentation of thought-provoking material, preparing students for rigors of Pediatrics and Research methodology field.
- Gave presentations on Pediatrics and Research methodology to student classrooms using PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Mentored undergraduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Utilized instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction to engage and educate students.
- Delivered lectures at appropriate pace and pronunciation for optimal audience comprehension by non-native English-speaking students.
- Mentored diverse student population to promote cultural diversity for ethnic and racial groups, disabled and LGTB community.
- Held weekly office hours to work with struggling students one-on-one and increase pass rate
- Graded tests, assignments and exams according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly.
- Maintained interdisciplinary study as guiding principle, establishing partnerships with faculty in other departments to draw parallels with other subjects e.g., formed a collaboration with Lecturers for Binocular Vision and Low Vision modules.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning especially for Pediatric optometry theory and practical content.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations e.g. study guides, prescribed textbooks and library resources.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work, e.g. Actively formed part of Faculty Research workshops and competitions.
- Utilized distance learning technology (such as BlackBoard) to instruct students remotely such as BlackBoard and Microsoft Teams.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Mentored undergraduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
Managing Optometrist
Maria B Optometrist, Lenmed Zamokuhle Private Hospital
Tembisa, Gauteng
01.2016 - Current
- Oversee and maintain daily administrative operations to enhance and support a cohesive and efficient office environment
- Creation, management and monitoring annual/monthly budget
- Evaluation of income expenditure
- Oversea subordinates duties and responsibilities
- Create client’s chart and maintain patient assessment and re-assessment packets folders/ files
- Communicate with various specialists, specialist’s assistants, medical record staff, patients and patients families to achieve and meet client satisfaction effectively
- Immediately resolve issues between my clients/ patients and medical aid schemes and my assistant with meticulous documentation for accurate record of incidents, medical aid reports and professional-clients agreement
- Marketing and advertising through conducting the monthly telephone/SMS/WhatsApp contact with clients/patients to follow-up on the provided services and address any changes or queries
- Management of subordinate leave forms, appointment letters, resignation letters, UIF registration and prepare end of month activity reports and quality reviews reports
- Direct all mail invoices, lab-order drop offs & pick-ups
- Often direct practice online( WhatsApp) marketing, sales and Postnet delivery of patients goods (e.g
- Sunglasses/Contact lenses, and spectacles)
- Responsible for practice finances including verification of accounts deposits, payments of office expenditure and Staff salaries
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring and retaining staff
- Linical Duties
- Attending Optometry OPD daily and Ophthalmology OPD every Friday
- Attending Physicians Diabetics and Hypertensives patients every Tuesday
- Giving patients eye-care services daily ( assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referral and dispensing)
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation and refractive state.
- Prepared, justified and submitted annual optometry budget based upon estimates of space and equipment needs and projected workload.
- Referred patients with indications of pathological condition to ophthalmologist for additional examination.
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Owned and operated private optometry practice and partnered with administrative staff to plan schedules and promote services.
- Calculated proper prescription employing formulas for single corrective lenses, contact lenses, prisms, aniseikonia and aphakic lenses.
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Interviewed and examined patients with full range of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis.
- Incorporated Keratometry for high astigmatic diagnosis.
- Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Conducted regular inventory of eyeglasses frames and prescription contact lenses, maintained stock levels and submitted orders to vendors.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Chief Optometrist, (Middle manager)
Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital
Tembisa, Gauteng
01.2010 - 12.2016
- Trained, coached and motivated staff to maintain high performance levels.
- Coordinated supplies, set schedules and delegated assignments to keep team on target and achieve productivity goals.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Assigned the tasks of coordinating, supervising and managing daily activities of the Optometry department
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Responsible for ensuring the availability of sufficient resources, and healthcare staff carry out the clinical, Outreach and Early Childhood intervention duties and administrative work efficiently
- Handled annual departmental business plan, monitoring expenditures, and preparing budgets
- Responsible for developing and preparing manual documents daily, weekly and monthly departmental reports
- Worked with senior staff of the hospital and suppliers for handling daily administrative tasks
- Responsible for handling and resolving issues within the department
- Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods and therefore assigned duties to the staff for healthcare services of the hospital accordingly
- Delegating staff for the community outreach programme, or radio Interview for marketing purposes
- Responsible to develop the departmental vision, Mission statement and Core values aligned with the Hospital’s Vision, Mission statement and Core values
- Monitored and supervised the daily operations of the Optometry Department as one of the hospital’s unit
- Handled the tasks of implementing the plans for health programmes, services, and quality initiatives e.g
- Vision 2020 programmes, Batho Pele Principles etc
- Prepared daily reports of the health staff and statistics and updated the same report to senior management
- Analyzed and Evaluated the staff performance through PMDS programme
- Monitoring of staff compliance with the health professional body
- Attending Optometry and Ophthalmology OPD daily
- Attending Early Childhood intervention at Pediatric OPD weekly
- Giving patients eye-care services daily ( assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referral and dispensing)
- Improved dispensing area operations by gathering data, analyzing trends and optimizing processes
- Kept files, logs and records updated with latest information.
- Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
- Utilized standard operating procedures, effective crew resource management, communication and procedures specified in company operation manual.
- Successfully managed high volumes of patient interactions and established strong rapport with ophthalmologists, physicians, medical and laboratory staff and patients.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Locum Optometrist
Lane Optometrist
Kempton Park, Gauteng
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Daily visual screening of patients
- Assisted patients with basic eyecare needs.
- Daily visual assessment, diagnosis, recommendation, referral, and dispensing
- Coordinated with appropriate administrative staff to address clinical, operational and financial questions.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support and compassion.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for optometry examinations.
- Taught patients about eyecare,frame care, lens care, procedures and contact lens care plan instructions.
- Restocked supplies in front office and in patient exam rooms to stay in line with expected patient levels.
- Documented preliminary test findings and general eye-health history for patients in optometry practice.
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation and refractive state.
- Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera.
- Interviewed and examined patients with full range of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis.
- Conducted regular inventory of eyeglasses frames and prescription contact lenses, maintained stock levels and submitted orders to vendors.
- Leveraged Eminance and Health-bridge softwares to process patient information to facilitate access to accurate and up-to-date records.
Responsible Optometrist
Eyes-on-site
Sandringham, Gauteng
01.2009 - 11.2009
- Eyes on Sight Mobile practice Administrative Duties
- Reporting daily routines, statistics and orders to the CEO (Mrs Cheryl Levin)
- Linical Duties
- Daily visual screening of patients and different areas, and companies
- Daily visual assessment, diagnosis, recommendation, referral, and dispensing
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation and refractive state.
- Interviewed and examined patients with full range of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis.
- Calculated proper prescription employing formulas for single corrective lenses, contact lenses, prisms, aniseikonia and aphakic lenses.
- Conducted regular inventory of eyeglasses frames and prescription contact lenses, maintained stock levels and submitted orders to vendors.
- Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Junior Optometrist
Solomon Monehi Optometrist
Soweto, Gauteng
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Reporting daily statistics and orders to the CEO (Mr Solly Monehi) and to the Head Administrative clerk
- Clinical Duties
- Giving daily eye-care services to the patients ( assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referral, and dispensing)
- Worked flexible hours; weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Quickly learned new industry skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Education
Master of Optometry - Pediatric Optometry
University of Limpopo
Polokwane 02.2020 - Current
MBA - Business Administration
University of Limpopo
Polokwane 02.2017 - 09.2019
Higher Certificate in Healthcare Services Management - Healthcare Services
Regent Business School
Durban 06.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Optometry - Optometry
University of Limpopo
Polokwane 02.2003 - 09.2007
Skills
Student needs assessment
undefinedAffiliations
Currently registered Master of Optometry specializing with Pediatric Optometry at the University of Limpopo;
Acquired Master of Business Administration in 2019;
Higher Certificate in Healthcare Services management in 2017;
Bachelor of Optometry in 2007 and
Graduated Grade 12 in 2003.
Registered and Practicing optometrist , with HPCSA
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Maria Bonolo Mathevula
Timeline
Master of Optometry - Pediatric Optometry
University of Limpopo
02.2020 - Current
Lecturer
University of Limpopo, Turfloop Campus
01.2019 - Current
Higher Certificate in Healthcare Services Management - Healthcare Services
Regent Business School
06.2017 - 06.2018
MBA - Business Administration
University of Limpopo
02.2017 - 09.2019
Managing Optometrist
Maria B Optometrist, Lenmed Zamokuhle Private Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Locum Optometrist
Lane Optometrist
01.2011 - 12.2015
Chief Optometrist, (Middle manager)
Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital
01.2010 - 12.2016
Responsible Optometrist
Eyes-on-site
01.2009 - 11.2009
Junior Optometrist
Solomon Monehi Optometrist
01.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Optometry - Optometry
University of Limpopo
02.2003 - 09.2007
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