To seek and maintain a position in a long-term career that offers professional challenges and room for growth as I continue my education. I am organized, dependable, and passionate about learning.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Foster/Volunteer
Brown County Small Animal Humane Society
05.2022 - Current
Assist shelter manager with intake and critical care, including determining triage to a veterinarian.
Foster in-home the most critical patients. To date, I have fostered almost 60 cats and kittens.
Train shelter staff to perform basic laboratory procedures in-house which saves them time and money.
Maintain clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Educate fellow fosters and general public about proper care of kittens and cats.
Family Manager/Homeschool Teacher
Self-employed
12.2011 - Current
Fostered independence in children by teaching them essential life skills such as time management, organization, and self-care techniques.
Managed medical appointments, ensuring each family member received appropriate care while maintaining comprehensive records of health-related information.
Coordinated daily activities, ensuring punctual attendance at school, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
Established routines within the household that promoted consistency in daily living while allowing flexibility when needed.
Cultivated positive relationships with neighbors and community members through participation in local events and organizations.
Spent several years running our family's 30-year old greenhouse retail business as well as helping on the 900-acre farm
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Mason Family Pet Hospital
12.2007 - 11.2011
Assisted veterinarians and RVTs during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Facilitated efficient inventory management through weekly stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs for accurate diagnoses.
Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis as well as in-house examination.
Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments.
Created and implemented my famous "Follow the Wall" process to ensure that closing duties were completed efficiently and correctly.
Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Created simple charts for receptionists to quickly reference about flea, heartworm, and tick medications based on the clients' needs.
Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls on a three-line system and front desk tasks.
Education
Communication Arts (Public Relations/Journalism)
Wilmington College
Wilmington, OH
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organized and Efficient
Attention to Detail
Reception Duties
Specimen Collection
Diagnostic Testing
Patient Care Monitoring
Equipment Preparation and Sterilization
Certification
Fear Free Certification - in progress
Timeline
Medical Foster/Volunteer
Brown County Small Animal Humane Society
05.2022 - Current
Family Manager/Homeschool Teacher
Self-employed
12.2011 - Current
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Mason Family Pet Hospital
12.2007 - 11.2011
Communication Arts (Public Relations/Journalism)
Wilmington College
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Fear Free Certification - in progress
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