Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Desirae Velasquez

Cultiv8 Growth
Colorado Springs
9
years of professional experience

Dependable professional with experience supporting clients, animals, and daily operations across veterinary, childcare, kitchen, and service settings. Recognized for strong teamwork, recordkeeping, and time management. Focused on delivering organized, helpful support and positive client experiences.

Work History

Subcontractor

5 Months
Cultiv8 Growth | 05.2026 - Current
  • Monitored plant health, identifying early signs of pest damage, disease, and watering issues.
  • Watered, pruned, and fertilized plants according to care schedules and seasonal needs.
  • Managed social media content calendars across multiple platforms to support consistent brand presence.
  • Created engaging copy and visuals aligned with brand voice and campaign objectives.
  • Coordinated event setup, ensuring materials, signage, and supplies were ready before scheduled start times.

Chef Assistant

3 Months
Mountain Springs Recovery | 11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted chef with menu preparation, daily meal service, and recipe execution.
  • Prepared meal ingredients, following kitchen procedures and dietary guidelines.
  • Maintained sanitation standards across food prep areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
  • Monitored ingredient inventory, restocked supplies, and organized food storage.
  • Cleaned cookware, utensils, and work areas to support safe kitchen workflow.

Childcare Provider

9 Months
The Lord's Littles LLC | 12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Supervised children during daily routines, maintaining safe, structured, and nurturing a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
  • Supervised children during daily routines, maintaining safe, structured, and nurturing a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
  • Monitored behavior and redirected conflicts using calm, consistent guidance
  • Prepared snacks and meals while following dietary restrictions and hygiene practices
  • Assisted with diapering, toileting, and personal care needs as required

Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

1 Year 2 Months
Animal Medical Center | 06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgeries with precise patient restraint and procedural support.
  • Monitored animal vital signs and comfort during recovery, reporting changes promptly.
  • Prepared exam rooms, surgical suites, and equipment to maintain cleanliness and readiness.
  • Answered multi-line phones, scheduled appointments, and routed urgent cases to veterinary staff.
  • Greeted clients, verified patient information, and maintained accurate medical and contact records.
  • Processed check-in and check-out workflows, including invoices, payments, and discharge instructions.

Veterinary Receptionist

9 Months
Silverthorne Veterinary Hospital | 10.2017 - 07.2018
  • Collected patient histories and relayed symptoms to technicians to support timely care decisions.
  • Coordinated vaccination reminders, follow-up appointments, and client communication through practice software.
  • Managed front desk traffic, prioritized walk-ins, and maintained organized reception operations.
  • Explained treatment estimates, appointment policies, and medication pickup details clearly to clients.
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.

Education

High School Diploma

Lake County High School | Leadville, CO

Skills

Medical records management
Record management
Time management
Customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Client communication
Record Keeping

Timeline

Subcontractor

Cultiv8 Growth
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Chef Assistant

Mountain Springs Recovery
11.2023 - 02.2024Read More

Childcare Provider

The Lord's Littles LLC
12.2022 - 09.2023Read More

Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Animal Medical Center
06.2021 - 08.2022Read More

Veterinary Receptionist

Silverthorne Veterinary Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2018Read More

Lake County High School

High School Diploma
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Desirae Velasquez