Abigail Dalaviras
Buffalo,Missouri
Summary
Passionate, driven and dedicated professional with a strong foundation in animal husbandry from routine handling to high-stakes emergency situations. Continuously expanding my knowledge in a sometimes fast-paced environment with a focus on immediate care and rapid decision-making. I am known for clear, calm communication under pressure, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional animal care and support. I am experienced in time-sensitive problem-solving and team collaboration between owners and veterinarians and farriers I am eager to transition my animal health care skills to a dynamic role in human care where I can continue to learn and help others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Barn Manager
Sparkle Brook Equine
01.2024 - Current
- Daily evaluation of horses monitoring physical behaviors
- Assisting farrier and veterinarian with minor medical procedures and prepping
- Administering medications as needed and reporting to owners and veterinarians
- First line defense proactively identifying and handling emergency events
- Supporting safe handling of animals during transport as needed to clinic
- Cleaning and sterilizing equipment, stalls, tack and wash racks daily
Riding Lesson Instructor
High Prairie Stables
01.2020 - Current
- Employed effective conflict resolution strategies between students when necessary.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Encouraged student participation and challenged students to think outside the box when comprehending a hard skill.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills through the use of thought-provoking questions of real world and equine related issues.
- Provided individualized support for students with special needs or learning challenges, adapting lesson materials accordingly for horse and rider.
Retail Worker
Chi Rho Ranch
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Flexibility to travel to meet the needs of the business.
- Managed customer service operations efficiently, while providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Developed and maintained customer service standards to ensure excellent customer service.
- Resolved customer service requests promptly while providing friendly customer service experience.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) -
Ozarks Technical College
Springfield, MO05.2022
Skills
- Facility maintenance
- Equine health management
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Barn Manager
Sparkle Brook Equine
01.2024 - Current
Retail Worker
Chi Rho Ranch
10.2023 - 11.2023
Riding Lesson Instructor
High Prairie Stables
01.2020 - Current
Associate in Arts (A.A.) -
Ozarks Technical College
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