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Alicia Kurasz

Ellington,CT

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Fenton River Veterinary Services
Tolland, CT
2023 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
  • Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
  • Scheduling of patients using veterinary software, ezyVet.
  • Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
  • Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians.
  • Rabies Vaccinated

Office Manager

Express Employment Professionals
Windsor, CT
2021 - 2023
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities via use of Microsoft teams & outlook.
  • Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
  • Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Recruited & managed 70+ employees for multiple clients in the Hartford area.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.

Administrative Assistant

Accurate Commercial Door & Hardware
Bristol, CT
2019 - 2020
  • Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications & Quickbooks.
  • Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately analyzing and managing customer orders and invoices.
  • Addressed overdue payments.
  • Streamlined the ordering of material resulting in more efficient workflow and reduced errors.

CSR/Veterinary Technician Assistant

Veterinary Specialists of CT
West Hartford, CT
2016 - 2019
  • Answered and directed incoming phone calls
  • Invoicing & Billing
  • Supported doctors in providing patient care
  • Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business
  • Implemented efficient appointment scheduling practices
  • Kept records of customer interactions or transactions, thoroughly recording details of inquiries
  • Maintained medical records and updated patient files
  • Scheduling through Cornerstone Software
  • Assisted veterinarians with routine examinations, treatments, and minor surgeries

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Northwestern Connecticut Community College
Winsted, CT

Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technology

Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • EZyvet
  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Calendar Management

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Fenton River Veterinary Services
2023 - Current

Office Manager

Express Employment Professionals
2021 - 2023

Administrative Assistant

Accurate Commercial Door & Hardware
2019 - 2020

CSR/Veterinary Technician Assistant

Veterinary Specialists of CT
2016 - 2019

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Northwestern Connecticut Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technology

Holyoke Community College
Alicia Kurasz