Karissa

Language English

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EDUCATION High School: Novato High School

Graduation date: June 2008

College: University of California, Santa Barbara. Degree: Bachelor of Science
Graduation date: June 2013
Major: Molecular Biology

Relevant Course Work:

  • ▪  General Chemistry 1AL/BL/CL

  • ▪  Organic Chemistry 6AL/BL

  • ▪  Biology MCDB 1AL/BL/ & EEMB 2L/3L

  • ▪  Neurobiology MCDB 151

  • ▪  Physics 6AL/BL/CL

  • ▪  Molecular Genetics 101A/B

  • ▪  Biochemistry MCDB 108A

  • ▪  Cell Biology MCDB 103

  • ▪  Pharmacology MCDB 126C

  • ▪  Calculus with Applications

  • ▪  Statistics

    EXPERIENCE

(415) 755-0440 karissadanscuk@gmail.com

UCLA Medical Internship. Care Extender Program. UCLA Medical Center. (August 2017 to present).
The Care Extender Program provides opportunities for volunteers to experience health care from a clinical perspective through patient contact and volunteer involvement. Care Extenders are trained to assist Medical Center staff, who, in turn, are able to share their personal experiences with their volunteers. 1st rotation: Postpartum department. Current rotation: Geriatric department.

Brand Ambassador. Team Enterprises, Greenhouse Agency, Encore Nationwide Inc., Elevate Staffing, On Tour 24/, More Than Models, Staffed Inc., Venom Productions, Vonazon Talent, and Purity Productions,. (October 2012 to present).
Promotional specialist acting as a liaison between the consumer and promotional brand. A representative who assumes the role of host, customer relations expert, and sales representative of the promotional campaign. TIPS and SafeServe certified.

Dog Walker. Wag Inc. Los Angeles, CA. (May 2016 to present).

Dog walking that acts as 'uber for dogs' via an application called Wag. Includes dog walking and dog sitting/boarding.

Hostess. The Fenix Supperclub. San Rafael, CA. (September 2013 to February 2014). The first impression of the Fenix Supperclub. Preform duties such as scheduling reservations, greeting and seating customers, handling cover charge, helping with various restaurant tasks, and most importantly providing the customer with the help and service to create a pleasant dining experience. SafeServe certified.

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Office Manager. Petaluma Swim Center/Cavanaugh Pool. Petaluma, CA. (July 2013 to present (seasonal)).
Equipped and prepared to respond to any emergency, maintain pool safety, and provide needed information and help to pool members. Teach Swim lessons to kids through Swim America. Preform management and bookkeeping skills required to run the swim center. CPR/First Aid/AED/Title-22 certified.

Ski/Snowboard Instructor. Tahoe Donner Association. Truckee, CA. (November 2005 to present (seasonal)).
Teaching skiing and snowboarding to children and adults. All levels. Maintaining safety of students and patrons on the mountain.

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor. UCSB Recreation Center. (Spring 2010 to Spring 2013). Equipped and prepared to respond to any emergency, maintain pool safety, and provide needed information and help to pool members. Teach Swim lessons to kids.
CPR/First Aid/AED/Title-22 certified.

Adventure Programs Staff. UCSB Recreation Center. (October 2009 to Summer 2013). Extensive training and field work in the process of obtaining the current position as a outdoors leader in UCSB’s Adventure Programs. Program includes a Colorado Canoe Trip, Rock I, Kayak I, Ropes Course, Canyoneering, Backpacking Trip.

Wilderness First Aid and Smith System Advanced Driver Training Program certification.

Sales Associate. Gap Inc.: Old Navy. Novato, CA. (Jan 2008 to July 2008). Help customers find what they need, try on clothes, and inform them of sales and

discounts. Perform transactions with cash register. Help create and maintain healthy and helpful atmosphere for customers.

Volunteer Camp Counselor. Camp Okizu. Berry Creek, CA. (Summer 2011).
Week long overnight camp counselor supporting children and their siblings affected by childhood cancer. Position involves support, mentoring, leading recreational activities, and having fun with the childhood cancer community.

OTHER SKILLS Bilingual: Fluent in English and French.

Typing: 63 words per minute. 97% field accuracy percentage.
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Musical Background: Classically trained vocalist (8+ years), Musical Theater (4+ years)