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Caitlyn Owen

Clemson,SC

Summary

Clemson University graduate applying to medical school. Has experience working with patients as a CNA in an Assisted living facility and as a PCA for a physically disabled Clemson student. Tutored several classes of Organic Chemistry through Clemson's PAL program and participated in research through Dr. Price's Biology Lab. Volunteered with Clemson's "Green at Heart: Enhancing Community through Conservation Efforts in Asheville" project and at the Anderson free clinic.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

PCA (Personal Care Assistant)

Erin Allen
Clemson, SC
09.2023 - Current
  • Assists a Clemson graduate student with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), who is wheelchair bound, with activities of daily living (ADLs) and transportation.

Server/Bartender

Frosty Frog Cafe
Hilton Head, SC
05.2021 - Current
  • Serves customers at a local restaurant and works as a team with the other employees. Provides exceptional customer service, maintains cleanliness of the restaurant, keeps restaurant stocked, and trains new employees to perform duties.

Organic Chemistry Tutor

Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Organic Chemistry I and II PAL (Peer-Assisted Learning) tutor for Clemson University.
  • Created lesson plans and held biweekly tutoring sessions for three classes totaling 312 students. Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
  • Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques. Received a Level 2 CLRA Tutoring Certification through the training from Clemson.

Animal Care Technician

Hilton Head Humane Society
Hilton Head, SC
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Took care of both cats and dogs, including administering medications and documenting symptoms for veterinarian review.
  • Worked specifically in the medical ward with quarantined animals.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.

Hostess

Hudsons Seafood
Hilton Head, SC
05.2016 - 05.2021
  • Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance.
  • Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and presented menus.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
12-2023

Nurse Aid Certification - Patient Care

Technical College of The Lowcountry
Beaufort, SC
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Hilton Head Island High School
Hilton Head Island, SC
05-2020

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Basic Life Support
  • Lesson Planning
  • Study material development
  • Group and individual instruction

Affiliations

  • Volunteer: Helps distribute prescriptions and assists patients at the Anderson Free Clinic.
  • Student Volunteer: Participated in Clemson University's "Green at Heart: Enhancing Community through Conservation Efforts in Asheville" project. Traveled with a small group to Asheville for a week to help clean rivers, pick up trash downtown, build a greenhouse, and plant trees.
  • Shadowing Hours (130hrs): Observed the day to day activities of a family physician and was able to be a part patient interactions. Experienced the lifestyle of a doctor and viewed the behind the scenes responsibilities.
  • Undergraduate Research: Participated in research through Dr. Price's biology lab. Was paired with a graduate student to learn how to analyze and isolate scans of fish jaws.

Accomplishments

  • Member of Clemson's Honor College
  • Level 2 CLRA Tutoring Certification
  • CPR and AED certified
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Recipient

Timeline

PCA (Personal Care Assistant)

Erin Allen
09.2023 - Current

Organic Chemistry Tutor

Clemson University
08.2022 - 05.2023

Server/Bartender

Frosty Frog Cafe
05.2021 - Current

Animal Care Technician

Hilton Head Humane Society
05.2021 - 08.2021

Hostess

Hudsons Seafood
05.2016 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Clemson University

Nurse Aid Certification - Patient Care

Technical College of The Lowcountry

High School Diploma -

Hilton Head Island High School
Caitlyn Owen