Abigail Martin
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Dedicated kennel technician with expertise in animal handling and sanitation protocols at East Memphis Pet Resort and Hospital. Proven ability to enhance animal wellbeing through effective care monitoring and behavior observation. Known for excellent communication and problem-solving skills, fostering a positive environment for both pets and clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
East Memphis Pet Resort and Hospital
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Assisted in training new staff members on kennel procedures, ensuring high standards of animal care were consistently maintained.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues and reporting them to facility management for further evaluation.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide medical treatments and monitor post-surgery recovery for animals in our care.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Followed strict disease control protocols during cleaning tasks, minimizing risk of illness transmission among shelter population.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Contributed to a high standard of animal care by promptly addressing maintenance issues and reporting facility concerns to appropriate management personnel.
- Fostered positive and calming atmosphere for anxious pets with introduction of soothing music and pheromone diffusers in kennels.
- Worked 7am-6pm most often
Cashier
Sno Junt
Memphis, TN
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Cashier
Raw Girls
Memphis, TN
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Baker
Crumbl Cookies
Memphis, TN
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hutchison
Memphis, TN05.2024
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Patience and resilience
- Animal handling expertise
- Care monitoring
- Behavior observation
- Animal restraint techniques
- Safety monitoring
- Safety control
- Feeding management
- Group management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Honest and dependable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Customer communication
- Critical thinking
- Weight charting
- Problem-solving
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Kennel Technician
East Memphis Pet Resort and Hospital
11.2024 - 07.2025
Cashier
Sno Junt
04.2024 - 09.2024
Cashier
Raw Girls
05.2023 - 09.2023
Baker
Crumbl Cookies
08.2022 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Hutchison