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Anna Dreyer

Sebastopol,CA

Summary

Driven professional dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine education and enhancing medical services at Humane Society of Sonoma County. I am very eager to assist in veterinary medicine. Skilled in humane animal restraint and compassionate care in settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary and Canine Rehabilitation Assistant

Circle Oak Equine Ranch
Petaluma, CA
10.2024 - Current
  • Administered therapy treatments, including Aquatic, Shockwave, Heat, and Photobiomodulation therapies.
  • Documented patient pain levels and injury progress for review by head physical therapist.
  • Guided patients in preparation for treatment sessions, ensuring transition to rehabilitation spaces.
  • Transported frail or disabled patients safely to various treatment areas.
  • Instructed patients on performing activities of daily living to enhance independence.
  • Noted physical and emotional changes in patients, maintaining accurate medical records.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality following HIPAA regulations at all times.
  • Participated in clinical rounds with healthcare providers to discuss and optimize patient care plans.

Adoption Counselor

Humane Society of Sonoma County
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2022 - Current
  • Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
  • Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
  • Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
  • Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
  • Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
  • Isolated animals with potential contagious diseases to reduce infection risks and monitor disease presentation.
  • Provided client service by educating owners on essential animal care practices, answered questions and processed payments.
  • Completed owner paperwork and obtained information regarding possible allergies, potential aggressive behavior, preferred food type and owner contact details.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
  • Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
  • Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.
  • Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
  • Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.

House and Pet Sitter

Independent Contracting
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2022 - Current
  • Fed, watered, walked and exercised dogs or other pets.
  • Collected mail and packages for homeowners and stored in secure location.
  • Completed regular household maintenance and chores.
  • Communicated with clients by sending updates and photos.
  • Reported concerns directly to homeowners via phone or text.
  • Checked home's windows and doors for secured and locked entry points.
  • Used strong verbal and written communication skills to convey messages by phone, email or text to homeowners.
  • Turned on lights at dusk and locked first floor doors and windows upon leaving.
  • Maintained yard by watering plants and trimming hedges.
  • Administered medication and medical treatments, following physician orders.
  • Documented key information from each service visit into detailed reports.

Animal Care Technician II

Humane Society of Sonoma County
Santa Rosa, CA
11.2021 - 10.2024
  • Cleaning and disinfecting kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Examine animals for injury or illness and document symptoms for veterinarian review.
  • Provide client service by educating owners on essential animal care practices, answering questions and processed payments.
  • Remove waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas.
  • Proper care for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Completing owner paperwork and obtaining information regarding possible allergies, potential aggressive behavior, preferred food type and owner contact details.
  • Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
  • Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
  • Assessed animals for injury and illness.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
  • Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
  • Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
  • Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
  • Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
  • Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.
  • Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
  • Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
  • Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
  • Scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments for animals.
  • Administered medications to animals.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.

Canine Behaviorist

Humane Society of Sonoma County
Santa Rosa
12.2021 - 10.2024
  • Monitoring the care of canines during their stay at the Humane Society of Sonoma County
  • Writing canine adoption recommendations
  • Providing enrichment opportunities
  • Assisting in adoption behavior consults and follow-up
  • Execution of behavior modification plans

Server

Rosso Pizzeria and Wine Bar
Santa Rosa, CA
12.2012 - 12.2022
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.

Dog Walking Volunteer

Humane Society of Sonoma County
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Monitored dogs throughout walks to avoid obstacles, dangerous situations and confrontations with other problematic dogs.
  • Monitored animals during group play sessions for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior.
  • Built rapport with dogs using verbal affirmations, petting and approved treats.
  • Reported dog behavior issues and medical concerns to owner for prompt resolution.
  • Took pets on regular bathroom breaks.
  • Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
  • Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
  • Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.

Personal Trainer

Breakthrough Fitness
Santa Rosa, CA
12.2015 - 02.2019
  • Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
  • Assisted clients with developing reasonable diets and nutritional guidelines.
  • Maintained files detailing personal fitness regimens, records and contracts in newly-implemented system to keep client information current.
  • Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
  • Created weight training programs, set up equipment and provided detailed instructions.

Personal Trainer

24 Hour Fitness
Rohnert Park, CA
10.2011 - 06.2016
  • Identified client needs and treatment goals and created treatment plans.
  • Created weight training programs, set up equipment and provided detailed instructions.
  • Influenced client purchases and membership renewals with friendly demeanor and in-depth understanding fitness goals.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2019

Skills

  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Gowning and gloving procedures
  • Animal restraint
  • Animal Handling
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Proficient in ShelterBuddy database software
  • Sample Collection
  • Physical Examinations
  • Euthanasia Assistance
  • Breed and species knowledge
  • Records Management
  • Safe Chemical Handling
  • Positive pet interactions
  • Animal Transport
  • Animal evaluations
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Active Listening
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Community Referrals

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Veterinary and Canine Rehabilitation Assistant

Circle Oak Equine Ranch
10.2024 - Current

Adoption Counselor

Humane Society of Sonoma County
01.2022 - Current

House and Pet Sitter

Independent Contracting
01.2022 - Current

Canine Behaviorist

Humane Society of Sonoma County
12.2021 - 10.2024

Animal Care Technician II

Humane Society of Sonoma County
11.2021 - 10.2024

Dog Walking Volunteer

Humane Society of Sonoma County
01.2020 - 01.2021

Personal Trainer

Breakthrough Fitness
12.2015 - 02.2019

Server

Rosso Pizzeria and Wine Bar
12.2012 - 12.2022

Personal Trainer

24 Hour Fitness
10.2011 - 06.2016

Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences

Santa Rosa Junior College

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