AVA HOUGLAND
Magalia,CA
Summary
Healthcare graduate with an Associate Degree in Science – Health Occupations Preparation and a 4.0 GPA. Brings strong communication, teamwork, sanitation, and safety awareness from fast-paced environments, along with basic Spanish, medical terminology knowledge, and a compassionate, organized approach to patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Taco Bell
Paradise, CA
2023.06 - Current
- Delivered fast, accurate service in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while maintaining efficiency and attention to detail.
- Honed communication and customer service skills through daily interactions with diverse customers.
- Handled customer transactions accurately and responsibly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and achieve operational goals.
- Managed high-pressure situations professionally while maintaining composure during peak business hours.
- Exhibited reliability and adaptability while balancing multiple responsibilities.
- Followed established procedures and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
Education
Associate Degree - Science – Health Occupations Preparations
Butte College
Oroville, CA2026-05
High School Diploma -
Inspire School of Arts & Sciences
Chico, CA2024-05
Skills
- Sanitation procedures knowledge
- Workflow optimization
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Dependability
- Adaptable and organized
- Team collaboration
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient-centered care
- Conversational Spanish
- Problem-solving skills
- Animal handling experience
- Medical terminology
- Time management
Certification
- CPR Certification – Expected December 2026
- First Aid Certification – Expected December 2026
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Purrdise Ridge Cat Lounge, Volunteer, 2026-07, Present, Assisted with community events and volunteer activities., Provided hands-on care for cats, including feeding, cleaning, and general upkeep., Socialized cats to encourage positive human interaction and improve their comfort around people., Participated in Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) efforts to support community cat welfare., Maintained clean and sanitary environments for animal health and safety., Demonstrated patience, compassion, responsibility, and attention to animal well-being.
Accomplishments
- 1000$ science scholarship - Inspire School of Arts and Sciences
Timeline
Team Member
Taco Bell
2023.06 - Current
Associate Degree - Science – Health Occupations Preparations
Butte College
High School Diploma -
Inspire School of Arts & Sciences