Cosima McGaw
Portland,OR
Summary
Reliable, hardworking and highly teachable individual with a history of success working for themselves and others, both independently and with a team. Communicable, adaptable and organized individual seeking entry-level work in healthcare.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer - Reception and Patient Transport
Hillsboro Medical Center
Hillsboro, OR
06.2025 - Current
- Promptly and courteously greeting patients and guests in a helpful and friendly manner.
- Giving directions and answering questions to the best of my ability.
- Communicating necessary information between departments, as well as departments and patients.
- Locating and connecting patients with language interpreters, and their transportation.
- Transporting patients to and from their appointments via wheelchair.
- Transporting samples between phlebotomy and the laboratory.
- Ensuring patient privacy and trust by abiding by HIPAA.
- Training new volunteers in duties, conduct, and frequently asked patient questions.
- Maintaining a presentable and clean waiting area by disinfecting surfaces, contacting housekeeping and maintenance when needed, and general tidying.
Warehouse Associate
Fedex
751 NE Columbia Blvd. Portland, OR
09.2024 - Current
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fresh
5015 NW Front Ave, Portland, OR 97210
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Assisted with reorganizing storage areas to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely shipment of orders, ensuring proper packaging and labeling.
Food Delivery Driver
GrubHub
2800 NW 29th Ave, Portland, OR 97210
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed multiple deliveries simultaneously, maximizing efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism throughout interactions with both restaurant staff members and customers.
- Utilized GPS systems effectively for accurate routing and delivery time estimates.
- Provided excellent customer service by being friendly and courteous during interactions to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
Self-Employed Artist and Business Owner
Self-employeed
Silverlake, CA And Portland, OR
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Successfully created a small business based on own template, and consistently grew visibility and sales while expanding from web based to retail stores
- Designed, painted, silk-screened, sewed, manufactured and photographed finished products while adhering to strict deadlines and changes in demand
- Independently created and marketed a brand through advertising, social media, market research and product photography
- Provided prompt and courteous replies to all customer inquiries with an average of 5/5 stars in online consumer reviews
- Diligently managed inventory, budgeting, purchasing, billing, accounting, shipping, and quality control.
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
5647 NE Huffman St, Hillsboro, OR 97124
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Prepared pallets for shipping by sorting packages, as well as wrapping, labeling and moving pallets.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed.
- Manually loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms
- Operated various types of equipment such as pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
Assistant Property Manager
Private Owners
Los Angeles
01.2010 - 08.2016
- Diagnosed and repaired minor plumbing and structural issues successfully and in a timely manner
- Hired and oversaw contractors to confirm specific building standards and safety
- Communicated regularly with tenants and owner to ensure all needs were met
- Improved curb appeal with landscape planning.
- Coordinated move-ins and move-outs, ensuring smooth transitions for both tenants and property management team.
- Resolved conflicts between tenants regarding noise, encroachments, and parking.
Image Editor, Photographer and Sales Associate
Kodak Imaging Center Solutions
6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Edited and restored images using photofinishing software in a fast-paced environment while printing and assisting in customer service
- Responsible for maintenance and operation of photographic processing equipment, film and photo processing chemicals, sales floor inventory, cash registers, and opening and closing procedures
- Trained and supervised multiple team members in integral areas of the business including photo editing and development, product information and sales, portrait photography, and register.
Photographic Technician
Qualex
7100 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Independently and effectively operated photo lab from acceptance of film, development and printing of photos to final sale
- Assisted in training new employees as cashiers and in all photo lab operations
- Answered phones, operated cash register and assisted customers in a friendly manner.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiography
Portland Community College
Portland, OR07-2027
Bachelor of Arts in Geography with emphasis on GIS -
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2016
Skills
- Self-Motivated and Disciplined
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership and team building
- Warehouse Safety
- Quality Control
- Customer Service
- Photo editing and processing
Memberships and Volunteer Work
- Golden Key International Honor Society
- Pups n’ Pals Canine Rescue
- Ace of Hearts Canine Rescue
Timeline
Volunteer - Reception and Patient Transport
Hillsboro Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Fedex
09.2024 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fresh
08.2021 - 12.2021
Food Delivery Driver
GrubHub
01.2018 - 01.2020
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
11.2016 - 01.2018
Self-Employed Artist and Business Owner
Self-employeed
01.2013 - 01.2019
Assistant Property Manager
Private Owners
01.2010 - 08.2016
Image Editor, Photographer and Sales Associate
Kodak Imaging Center Solutions
01.2005 - 01.2008
Photographic Technician
Qualex
01.2003 - 01.2005
Associate of Science - Radiography
Portland Community College
Bachelor of Arts in Geography with emphasis on GIS -
California State University, Los Angeles