Alycia Loshaw
Student
Barrington,RI
Summary
Insightful hard worker with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, workplace cohesion, and team leadership. Analytical approach to workplace planning and day-to-day problem-solving. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and the use of results-driven approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Salty Paws Veterinary Care
Tiverton, RI
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Trained other technicians in operations and procedures.
- Performed ongoing research with Veterinarian
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maintained professional, organized and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.
Veterinary Technician
Maine Veterinary Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted with surgical operations including assembling required instruments, sterilizing surgical suite
- Proficient in taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering vaccines, assist in anesthesia administration, restraining animals, placing catheters, and monitoring machinery
- Maintained overall sterile environment that ensured adherence to health and safety regulations
- Triaged over 100 incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
Military Police Officer
United States Army
01.2005 - 08.2014
- Assisted and fulfilled a range of Military Police duties on numerous military bases
- Gained proficiency and experience: working in a joint environment side- by-side with Air Force Security Forces in Germany; managed emergency calls and dispatched patrols; oversaw blotters and duty journals; certified as combat lifesaver with ability to perform immediate first aid and triage in combat situations
- Gained leadership skills and experience while overseeing work of Soldiers in the unit
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Able to maintain composure and professional conduct during high stress situations, as well as adhering to strict timelines
- Designed and implemented training schedules for unit to ensure training standards were adhered to and met.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI 01.2019 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH 01.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
Learns quickly and adapts to new environments
Works effectively in a team
Continuously striving to improve
Values safety processes and procedures
Creative problem-solving
Strong verbal and written communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
Graduated from University of New Hampshire with high honors.
Placed on the Dean's list for all semesters completed at Rhode Island College.
Work Availability
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Quote
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Salty Paws Veterinary Care
02.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rhode Island College
01.2019 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Maine Veterinary Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
University of New Hampshire
01.2015 - 05.2019
Military Police Officer
United States Army
01.2005 - 08.2014