Devan Torbert

Experience

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  Independent Contractor

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2014

  Childcare
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  The Pearl

  Feb 2011 - May 2014

  Managing Editor

  I was the managing editor for The Pearl, Soka University of America's student magazine. I edited all article submissions, organized team meetings, performed copy edits the final magazine before printing, coordinated the calendar for deadlines, and maintained consistent communication with all writers/SUA faculty/fellow staff.

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  Universal Production International

  Sept 2012 - Jan 2013

  Research Assistant

  Researched and produced biographical fact sheets on high profile, influential women for Universal Production International, Los Angeles/Moscow.

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  Ecoandino

  Feb 2013 - Aug 2013

  Social Media Manager

  -Developed and launched company’s social media campaign-Implemented and managed company’s graphic marketing system-Redesigned brochures and business material

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  Wiley-Blackwell

  Sept 2013 - Aug 2014

  Assistant Editor

  Assistant Editor for a Wiley-Blackwell Publication-- Ethos.

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  Soka University of America

  Jan 2014 - Sept 2014

  I communicated with students about Financial Aid information via phone, in-person conferencing, and email. I maintained student data files and created data spreadsheets using Excel. I fulfilled various office management tasks and administrative tasks. I performed research in the Medical Anthropology Department and Social Behavioral Science Department. I conducted research and data analysis on US medical system, public health, trauma, & socioeconomics & healthcare disparity.

  • Admissions and Financial Aid Assistant

    Oct 2010 - Sept 2014

  • Research Assistant

    Jan 2014 - Aug 2014
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  MegaFood

  Oct 2014 - Jul 2017

  Brand Representative

  I traveled to different stores within my region demoing and educating public about Megafood products. I created strong client relationships and performed retail and sales duties.

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  Carlson Labs

  Jan 2016 - May 2019

  Brand Ambassador and Sales Representative

  I educated the public, trained store staff, and other company partners about the Carlson products, health & nutrition benefits. I developed strong client relationships at the stores in my region and performed sales and retail duties. I managed the inventory at many of the stores in my region at one time.

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  Zen Space Wellness

  Sept 2016 - Jul 2017

  Office Manager

  I managed patient cases by checking them in, customer service, payment, and rebooking. I managed clinic operations and ongoing projects such as marketing, clinic growth, & practitioner care. I performed administrative tasks for the clinic such as billing insurance, maintaining inventory, working the phones, and scheduling.

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  Providence Health & Services

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Acupuncturist Intern

  During my acupuncture residency, I did a rotation at Providence Oncology Center where I provided group acupuncture in the oncology center at Providence Health & Services to patients actively receiving chemotherapy and radiation therapy. I also performed acupuncture on oncology staff and patient care takers.

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  Acupuncture Relief Project, NPO

  Sept 2018 - Nov 2018

  Acupuncturist

  I provided Acupuncture, Herbs, primary healthcare, and emergency healthcare to patients at a clinic in rural Nepal. During this time, I saw over 550 patients and gaining skills in working in a high-volume and fast-paced environment.

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  Dr. Lu's Acupuncture & Massage

  Feb 2019 - Mar 2020

  Associate Acupuncturist

  Provided acupuncture and massage at a high-volume MVA and Worker’s Comp focused clinic. The majority of our patients are referred from urgent care for workplace injuries. I worked with doctor referrals and treated patients in the health insurance system. I also did insurance billing for this clinic and various administrative tasks such as scheduling, phone operations, and clinic care.

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  Working Class Acupuncture

  Apr 2019 - Oct 2019

  Licensed Acupuncturist

  I provided group acupuncture to patients in the methadone detox program at CODA.

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  Weave Wellness

  May 2019 - now

  Founder and Acupuncturist

  I am the founder and business owner as well as acupuncturist at Weave Wellness. I launched Weave Wellness with the intent of weaving together many forms of medicine to help patients heal and attain their highest potential. Weave Wellness focuses on all levels of health--mental, physical, emotional. We offer acupuncture, holistic health consultations, herbal consultations, body work & cupping, and energy work. Visit the website at: weavewellnesspdx.com