Allyson Bencivenga
Hamburg,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional deeply committed to animal welfare and delivering exceptional care and service to animals of all sizes. Proficient in administering common medical treatments and adept at handling various animal behaviors. Known for providing outstanding customer service, ensuring positive experiences for both animals and owners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Kennel Attendant
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc.
Oakland, NJ
08.2021 - Current
- Ensure animals receive adequate food and water.
- Work with dogs of various personalities, temperaments, and backgrounds.
- Provide multiple daily walks and enrichment.
- Administer subcutaneous fluids, oral, ophthalmic, and otic medication.
- Monitor animals for health and behavioral issues.
- Bathe and groom animals as needed.
- Contribute to stress reduction through compassionate handling.
- Educate adopters on dogs' temperaments, personalities, and needs to facilitate successful matches.
- Assist with training and transportation as needed.
- Sanitize kennels and outdoor areas daily.
- Work cohesively with front office staff and volunteers to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
- Conduct routine equipment maintenance, and report issues promptly.
- Prioritize safety by identifying and addressing potential hazards.
- Maintain general cleanliness of shelter.
Optometric Technician
Total Eyecare and Eyewear Gallery
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Provide thorough customer service to patients.
- Work cohesively with doctors, opticians and other technicians to maintain the flow of patients in the office.
- Input patient information into electronic medical records.
- Assist with insurance and billing questions.
- Handle front desk and administrative duties; take patient phone calls, order contact lenses, schedule appointments and answer general questions.
- Maintain, organize and sanitize technician areas and doctors rooms.
- Monitor and restock office supplies as needed.
- Administer and explain vision tests.
Sales Associate and Cashier
Marshalls
Newton, NJ
10.2016 - 11.2020
- Conduct scheduled markdowns on merchandise.
- Provide customer service and assistance on sales floor.
- Maintain sales floor recovery.
- Process merchandise in stockroom.
- Operate cash register while promoting store credit card and benefits.
- Attend to fitting room and related duties.
Education
Wallkill Valley Regional High School
Hamburg, NJ06-2018
Skills
- Quick Decision Making
- Animal handling expertise
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Medication administration
Timeline
Dog Kennel Attendant
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc.
08.2021 - Current
Optometric Technician
Total Eyecare and Eyewear Gallery
11.2020 - 08.2021
Sales Associate and Cashier
Marshalls
10.2016 - 11.2020
Wallkill Valley Regional High School
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