Kelly DeWan
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
An avid animal lover seeking to become a Veterinary Surgeon by providing top quality care for both clients and animals alike through passionate and hard driven work ethic while upholding personal and professional values and standards. Several years of experience with animals including graduating from the Tarpon Springs High School Veterinary Program and countless hours of volunteering at a doggie day care and various animal shelters. College student with an Associate's Degree starting a Bachelor's Degree Program in the fall as a Biology Major with the necessary knowledge and skills aimed towards animal compassion and care wishing to further broaden these horizons with further service in the industry while simultaneously obtaining a degree in the animal field.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Receptionist
VCA Noah's Place Animal Medical Center
St. Petersburg, FL
07.2022 - Current
- Answered phone calls from pet owners, answered questions and took messages for veterinarians.
- Maintained office and waiting room, keeping common areas clean and tidy.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Booked boarding, grooming, and medical appointments,
- Entered data from pet records and office visits into computer system using Woofware.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Greeted pet parents with warm smile and pleasantly asked for sign-ins upon arrival.
Baker
Sprouts Farmer's Market
Clearwater, FL
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Maintained detailed production schedule for inventory and next-day production.
- Shaped, proofed, and baked dough for baguettes and other breads.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Replenished and rotated food items.
Overnight Head Baker
Panera Bread
Knoxville, TN
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Lead baker for Turkey Creek store.
- Proofing/baking bread and preparing sweets/souffles.
- Icing.
- Preparing pan-up for next day's bake.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Benefit Brow Bar Arch Expert
Ulta
Tampa, FL
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Retail sales of Benefit cosmetics.
- Eyebrow, lip, chin, and brow waxing.
- Eyelash application.
- Eyebrow tinting.
- Makeup demonstration/application.
Backup, Cashier, and Server
Boston Market
Safety Harbor, FL
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Food preparation.
- Greeted and served customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Biology
St. Petersburg College
Tarpon Springs, FL05.2021
Full Specialty License - Nail Technician/Esthetician
Bene's Career Academy
New Port Richey, FL05.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Biology And Pre-Veterinary Studies
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FLHigh School Diploma -
Tarpon Springs High School
Tarpon Springs, FL05.2009
Skills
- College student with passion for animals seeking career as Veterinary Surgeon
- Tarpon Springs High School Veterinary Program graduate
- Over 100 hours of volunteer service at A Place for Pups (doggie day-care facility)
- Over 50 hours of volunteer service at ASCPA and Young-Williams Animal Shelter
- Intermediate in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Spanish
Additional Information
REFERENCES
Mike Chamberlain, Co-Worker, Sprouts: (727) 296-9069
Debbie Campbell, District Manager, Panera: (423) 309-8435
Paul Delmotte, Manager, Boston Market: (727) 967-0005
Timeline
Veterinary Receptionist
VCA Noah's Place Animal Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Baker
Sprouts Farmer's Market
06.2020 - 07.2021
Overnight Head Baker
Panera Bread
01.2018 - 12.2019
Benefit Brow Bar Arch Expert
Ulta
06.2017 - 10.2017
Backup, Cashier, and Server
Boston Market
03.2014 - 07.2016
Associate of Arts - Biology
St. Petersburg College
Full Specialty License - Nail Technician/Esthetician
Bene's Career Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Biology And Pre-Veterinary Studies
Florida Southern College
High School Diploma -
Tarpon Springs High School
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