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Alexa Hock

Fort Mill,United States

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student-Athlete Tutor for Math and Science

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided individual and group tutoring for college-level math and science courses;.
  • Assisted students with understanding course materials, homework assignments, and exam preparation;.
  • Evaluated student progress and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement;.
  • Conducted review sessions prior to tests and quizzes to ensure maximum academic success;.
  • Adapted instruction methods based on the particular strengths and weaknesses of each student;.
  • Created engaging activities that encouraged active participation from all students in the classroom;.
  • Provided academic support to student athletes in the form of tutoring sessions.
  • Assisted in developing effective time management skills for student athletes.
  • Scheduled appointments with students and monitored progress during tutoring sessions.

Veterinary Assistant

Stringer Animal Clinic
Anderson, SC
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
  • Documented and tracked treatment activities.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.

Catering Server

Aramark
Clemson, SC
04.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and served food items to guests in a timely manner.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the buffet area, including setting up and breaking down the buffet table.
  • Greeted guests as they arrived for events, provided them with information about menu items, and answered any questions they had.
  • Ensured that all dietary restrictions were met by providing vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free options at each event.
  • Assisted other servers in carrying trays of food from kitchen to dining area.
  • Set up tables with appropriate linens and silverware prior to each event.
  • Cleaned up after events, including washing dishes and utensils used during meal service.
  • Restocked supplies such as beverages, condiments, plates or glasses when necessary.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and quality of work.

Fruit Expert

Edible Arrangements
Fort Mill, South Carolina
03.2021 - Current
  • Enforced sanitation and handling guidelines to meet regulatory compliance standards.
  • Designed custom fruit arrangements installations based on customer desires and vision, resulting in 100% satisfaction rate.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Sanitized all pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Open and close: Key Holder

Babysitter

Local Families Homes
Fort Mill, South Carolina
11.2018 - Current
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Supported children in daily activities, including playing, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.

Pet Sitter

Local Families Homes
Fort Mill, South Carolina
10.2018 - Current
  • Coordinated animal training to teach commands, improve behaviors and housebreak personal pets.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Helped treat animal skin and eyes with ointments and other medications.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.

Employee

Freshens
Clemson, SC
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Cleaned blenders, mopped and swept floors and stocked coolers.
  • Provided quick and courteous service to customers, fulfilling smoothie orders to individual specifications.
  • Trained new team members in applicable job duties and practices.
  • Chopped fruit, washed greens and prepared seeds, nut milk and superfood boosters for easy access and minimal customer wait times.
  • Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
  • Packaged and stored food products appropriately for proper handling and preservation.
  • Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
  • Memorized menu items and food preparation methods to better explain selections to guests and increase sales.

Order Fulfillment Associate

Crafty Chicks Designs
Charlotte, NC
11.2020 - 05.2022
  • Processed daily orders through multi-carrier manifest system.
  • Personally made custom orders for buyers
  • Crafted various designs on cups, stuffed animals, pouches, wine glasses, and ornaments
  • Used vinal and other accesories to place on these products to custom made orders
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Completed up to 70 sales and shipments every week.

Internship Student

Baxter Veterinary Clinic
Fort Mill, SC
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Conducted complex and simple surgeries on animals.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
  • Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
  • Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.

Internship Student

Matthews Animal Clinic
Matthews, NC
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
  • Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
  • Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.

Internship Student

Carolina Veterinary Specialists
Rock Hill, SC
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
  • Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
  • Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
  • Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
  • Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.

Camp Counselor

Ymca Camp Cherokee
Kings Mountain, NC
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Developed age-appropriate arts and crafts activities to encourage campers' artistic skills development and creative expression.
  • Coordinated, implemented and evaluated leadership program and related activities to promote beneficial camper outcomes.
  • Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
  • Implemented recreational activities to promote campers' physical health and encourage teamwork skills development.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Farm Assistant

Hollo Home Farm
Lewistown, PA
06.2015 - 05.2021
  • Performed milking procedures and helped animals stay calm to promote maximum milk production.
  • Planned and managed amount of food given to cows to control costs.
  • Maintained farming and financial records.
  • Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
  • Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
  • Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
  • Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
  • Drove trucks, tractors and other equipment to distribute feed to animals.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations or arranged for veterinarians to provide extensive treatment.
  • Selected animals for breeding and semen specimens, applying knowledge of animals, genealogies, traits and desired offspring characteristics.
  • Updated records with data about animal growth, feeding patterns, costs and behaviors.
  • Protected herds from predators using trained dogs.
  • Segregated animals according to weight, age and physical condition.
  • Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
  • Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal And Veterinary Science

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Fort Mill High School
Fort Mill, SC
05.2022

Skills

  • Training & Development
  • Responsible
  • Computer proficiency
  • Customer service
  • Collaboration
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Basic Math
  • Gowning and Gloving Procedures
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Medication Administration
  • Proper Animal Restraint
  • Time Management
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Organic Chemistry

Certification

  • Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification [May 2022]
  • Beef Quality Assurance Certification (Cow-Calf BQA) [February 2024]

Timeline

Student-Athlete Tutor for Math and Science

Clemson University
01.2024 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Stringer Animal Clinic
08.2023 - Current

Catering Server

Aramark
04.2023 - Current

Employee

Freshens
08.2022 - 12.2023

Internship Student

Baxter Veterinary Clinic
01.2022 - 04.2022

Internship Student

Matthews Animal Clinic
01.2022 - 04.2022

Internship Student

Carolina Veterinary Specialists
01.2022 - 04.2022

Fruit Expert

Edible Arrangements
03.2021 - Current

Order Fulfillment Associate

Crafty Chicks Designs
11.2020 - 05.2022

Camp Counselor

Ymca Camp Cherokee
06.2019 - 08.2021

Babysitter

Local Families Homes
11.2018 - Current

Pet Sitter

Local Families Homes
10.2018 - Current

Farm Assistant

Hollo Home Farm
06.2015 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Animal And Veterinary Science

Clemson University

High School Diploma -

Fort Mill High School
Alexa Hock