ALEXIS GIBSON
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Driven and compassionate veterinary assistant candidate with over 100+ hours of hands-on clinical experience across small animal, large animal, and wildlife settings. Skilled in patient care, surgical support, safe animal handling, and client communication. Eager to contribute to a fast-paced veterinary team by delivering high-quality care and supporting efficient clinic operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Comer Veterinary Hospital
Comer, GA
07.2025 - Current
- Administer medications, treatments, and preventative care under veterinary supervision
- Assist with exams, diagnostics, sample collection, restraint, and surgical preparation
- Clean and sanitize exam rooms, surgery suites, kennels, and equipment following established protocols
- Document patient records accurately while communicating effectively with team members and clients
- Maintain a clean, organized clinical and surgical environment following safety protocols
- Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients, assessing vitals and recovery progress
- Support patient preparation, recovery, and safe handling to minimize stress
- Support clinic operations through front-desk tasks, inventory management, and workflow efficiency in a fast-paced environment
Building Manager
Tate Student Center Information Desk
Athens, GA
01.2024 - Current
Building Manager: January 2024 - Current
Information Desk Associate: May 2023 - January 2024
- Assisted in the development of training, meeting, developmental, and other materials used to facilitate staff development.
- Designed questions, led interviews, and assisted with hiring decisions for Information Desk Associates and Tate Building Managers.
- Led during emergency circumstances by coordinating others to follow the Building Emergency Action Plan.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for associates and guest, addressing inquiries, concerns, emergencies, and maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
- Supervised independently as the senior staff member on-sight for the department overseeing the Tate Student Center, Memorial Hall, and other campus buildings.
Senior Supervisor
Panda Express
Athens, GA
02.2023 - 05.2023
Student Supervisor: February 2023 – May 2023
Student Assistant: September 2022 – February 2023
- Carried out closing procedure ensuring the facility is sanitized and organized for the next day.
- Directed student assistants by ensuring they are carrying out their duties correctly and efficiently through evaluation and assertion of duties.
- Ensured the well-being of fellow employees by making sure that their needs are met, keeping them comfortable, and being an open source for questions and support.
- Trained new employees to help them succeed in their positions by demonstration, advice, and guidance while they are carrying out their new duties.
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
East Point, GA
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Greeted customers and provided amazing customer service.
- Held the responsibility of multiple roles, such as maintaining a clean work environment, washing dishes, and working in the line to serve customers their food.
- Promptly and empathetically handled guest concerns and complaints.
Lead Spa Associate
Little Rose Petals Spa
East Point, GA
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Enhance the customer's experience by providing exceptional customer service.
- Manage daily operations and special events for the spa bus.
- Manage marketing techniques through social media advertisement to enhance sales.
- Participate in event set up and break down.
- Teach new incoming workers the orders and operations of the business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Physiology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2026
Skills
- Agility
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Client communication
- Client education
- Leadership
- Medical record documentation
- Sample collection
- Small animal restraint
- Surgical preparation & post-operative monitoring
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Vaccine administration
STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE
Pre-Vet in Zimbabwe (Study Abroad) – University of Georgia – June 2025
- Administered vaccines to elephants and rhinos, contributing to wildlife conservation and disease-prevention initiatives in protected reserves.
- Assisted with 80+ spay and neuter surgeries for local dogs, supporting humane population management in rural communities.
- Collaborated with veterinarians, rangers, and conservation teams to deepen understanding of global veterinary practices, ecosystem health, and One Health principles.
- Participated in additional wildlife and domestic-animal procedures, including sedation assistance, sample collection, preventative treatments, and field diagnostics, expanding hands-on skills across species.
- Vaccinated cattle during herd health visits, developing skills in large-animal handling, restraint, and preventative medicine.
- Vaccinated an awake lion under the supervision of wildlife veterinarians, gaining experience in large-carnivore handling and field safety.
WILD 4650 – Wildlife Field Techniques Course
- Hands-on experience in
- Carnivore examinations (blood and tissue sampling, body measurements, flea and tick removal, etc.)
- Live capture, handling, and chemical immobilization of mammals
- Non-invasive sampling techniques for carnivores
- Radio telemetry and tracking using VHF and GPS transmitters
- Red-cockaded woodpecker banding and management
- Survey techniques and sampling of amphibians
- Wild pig capture and management
LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT ACTIVITIES
Xtension 2022 – Present
- Director (2024 – Present)
- Mini Director of Event Planning (2023-2024 Academic Year)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. — Member (Spring 2025 Initiate of the Zeta Psi Chapter)- Present
- Head Coordinator, Miss Black University of Georgia Pageant: Lead all planning, logistics, budgeting, marketing, and event execution for the annual pageant; coordinate contestants, judges, venue, and community partnerships.
- Committee Member, AIDS Gala: Support event planning, sponsorship outreach, and community engagement for annual philanthropic programming.
- Committee Member, Membership Services: Assist with member programming, retention initiatives, and chapter development activities.
- Committee Member, Physical & Mental Health: Help organize wellness events, health education activities, and community initiatives promoting holistic well-being.
- Member, Step Team (Yard Runners): Perform at campus and community events; collaborate with team members to develop routines that promote unity, discipline, and cultural expression.
Miss Black University of Georgia (2024)
Football Recruitment Ambassador 2024 – 2026
Georgia Daze 2023 – 2026
Pre-Vet Club 2023 – 2026
Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources Ambassador 2024 – 2025
- Engagement Committee Spring 2025
- Communications Committee 2024
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Miss Black University of Georgia 2024
Miss Black Georgia USA 2nd Runner Up 2024
Miss Congeniality at the Miss Black Georgia USA Pageant 2024
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Comer Veterinary Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Building Manager
Tate Student Center Information Desk
01.2024 - Current
Senior Supervisor
Panda Express
02.2023 - 05.2023
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2022 - 08.2023
Lead Spa Associate
Little Rose Petals Spa
01.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Physiology
University of Georgia