Lacey H. Pettigrew
L.H.Pettigrew@Gmail.com
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science
Emphasis in Dietetics
California State University Chico – Chico, CA
Graduation: Spring 2009
Related Skills:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Open Office
Employment Experience:
1. Administrative Assistant
October 2009 – Present
Michael A. G. Carden, M.D., Inc. - Paradise, CA
- Direct and conduct entire flow of communication and paperwork in medical office from persuasive procedure sales, setting appointments and consultations to scheduling surgeries and billing patients.
- Sole liaison between the doctor, the hospital and the patient; communicating and conveying the image and ideals of the doctor while facilitating the needs of the hospital and complimenting the desired needs of the patient.
- Other office duties include creating, preparing and fully processing paperwork, medical billing, professional communication via letter, facsimile and telephone while ensuring a functional and organized office space.
- Additional projects: Standardized the medical secretary position through job task analysis.
2. Fundraiser
October 2005 – February 2009
Chico State Calling Center – Chico, CA
- Contacted alumni via phone and updated information.
- Persuasive sales informing alumni, parents and friends of CSU Chico of the benefits of supporting the university through monetary donations.
- Raised over $125,000 to benefit student programs and scholarships.
3. Sales Associate
October 2002 – January 2007
See's Candies Company – Pleasant Hill, CA
- Provided a quality customer experience by being knowledgeable, and giving “old fashioned” service with a smile.
- Duties included sales, gift-wrapping, presentation, packing candy, and stock work.
- Worked seasonally during holidays.
Internships:
1.Community Nutrition
February 2009 – May 2009; 45 hours
Skyway House- Chico, CA
- Taught nutrition related life skills to men, ages 18 – 50 years old, who were maintaining sobriety as a transition into society from their previous drug addition or incarceration.
- Taught nutrition skills to the men through interactive lessons and cooking demonstrations on basic food groups, important nutrients, important lifestyle habits and common diseases.
- An additional focus was placed on care giving, specifically
the growth and nutrient needs of infants and children.
2. Food Science
September – December 2008; 45 hours
LaRocca Vineyards – Forrest Ranch, CA
-Used the principles of food science to monitor and control the production of organic wine using sterile conditions.
-Organic
wine production tasks included fermentation tests, temperature control, and
bacterial growth control.
3. Nutrition Marketing
September – December 2007; 45 Hours
CSU Chico Nutrition and Food Science Department – Chico, CA
- Learned nutrition marketing tactics and goals for promoting nutrition and healthy living.
- Compiled research and created
informational posters for the public. (See professional-posters.php)
4. Teaching Interactive Science
CSU Chico – Chico, CA
September – December 2007; 45 Hours (1 Unit)
- Learned teaching techniques for children grades third through sixth.
- Taught “hands on” science to children about various science topics including electricity, minerals, photosynthesis, plate tectonics and water.
5. Specialized Food Service
August 2007; 45 Hours
Savoy Events Catering Co. – Oakland, CA
- Learned flow of event food service.
- Worked in office creating “event templates” on Excel.
- Helped with food preparation for events including set-up, serving, clean up and entire tear down.
6. Large Scale Food Service
July 2007; 45 Hours
YMCA Camp Food Service – La Honda, CA
- Worked in the kitchen learning meal procedure and preparation for 200 people daily.
- Created "Allergy Watch"
list of all camp foods ordered in Excel.
7. Community Nutrition
June – August 2006; 45 Hours (I Unit)
Sierra Cascade Nutrition and Activity Consortium (SCNAC)/ 5-A-Day/OPT for Fit Kids – Chico, CA
- Promoted nutrition at community events and aided the public with basic nutrition information through booths and handouts.
- Taught children, ages 8-14 years old, about nutrition, the importance of fruits, vegetables, fiber and healthy living at a nutrition-based summer camp.
Contact information and references gladly given upon request.
