Ashley Millett
Malvern,PA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Dog Walker
Tails N Whiskers
05.2022 - Current
- Increased client retention rate through dedicated service quality resulting in numerous word-of-mouth referrals.
- Ensured dogs'' safety and well-being through attentive supervision during walks.
- Demonstrated responsibility by ensuring dogs were properly leashed, collared, and secured during walks.
- Educated new pet owners on proper leash handling techniques minimizing risk of injuries during walks.
- Exhibited adaptability by accommodating clients'' special requests and last-minute schedule changes.
- Managed a busy schedule of multiple daily dog walks while maintaining punctuality and professionalism.
- Handled various breeds of dogs with different temperaments, adapting to their individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained open communication with clients, providing updates on their pets'' behavior, health, and progress.
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and confidence in my services.
Veterinary Technician
Brandywine valley SPCA
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Veterinary technician
- Distribute and dose medications, give supportive care to sick animals, such as fluids, catheters, etc
- Perform intake exams on stray animals and transport animals
- Talk with customers about medication and treatment plan for their animals
- Perform euthanasia and decapitation
- Understand canine and feline behavior and signs
- Understand proper canine and feline handling
- Performs regular veterinary technician responsibilities
- Generated animal treatment records and performed, tracked, and scheduled follow-ups
- Conducted thorough physical examinations of animals by taking and recording basic vital signs such as respiration rate, pulse, and temperature
- Examined and assessed patients to aid in diagnostics and treatment planning
- Stocked veterinary rooms with drugs and supplies to keep optimal inventory levels
- Administered prescribed treatments to help patients recover from illnesses, injuries, and surgeries
- Assisted DVM with procedures such as dentistry and support work such as administering anesthesia and obtaining samples for laboratory testing
- Monitored hospitalized patients for treatment progress and concerning changes
- Dressed and sutured wounds, applied splints and checked the post-surgical sites for signs of infection
- Cleaned, sterilized and organized team's instruments and reusable supplies on daily basis or between appointments
- Counseled the animals' owners on strategies for improving their animal's care, behaviors and nutrition
- Maintained animal patient charts by documenting health issues and medical treatments
- Maintained clean kennels, animal holding areas and surgical suites to minimize the spread of communicable diseases
- Organized the office's master calendar for appointments and procedures.
Adoption Counselor
Brandywine valley SPCA
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Took dogs for walks, feed all dogs and cats
- Greeted customers in a timely manner and helped find the right companion for them
- Learned dog and cat behavior and applied to my everyday work
- Trained new employees
- Worked alongside other rescues and pulled animals from kill shelters
- Bathe canines and felines daily, clipped nails, shaved Matt's.
Dog runner/cleaner
Wagsworth manor
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Escorted guests to accommodations, visually inspecting room and acquainting each guest with room features
- Took dogs outside for walks along with cleaning their cages
- Feed dogs and gave proper medication.
Cashier Manager
Dominos
03.2015 - 09.2017
- In charge of money count, taking customers orders, sorting out order mistakes, customer service
- Addressed escalated customer complaints and restored customer satisfaction with timely resolution
- Trained and mentored staff members in customer service, cash handling, and company policies
- Greeted customers, anticipated needs, and provided superior customer service.
Education
Associate of Science - Animal science
Delaware Valley College
Doylestown, PAHigh School Diploma - Animal science
TCHS Pickering
Phoenixville, PASkills
- Dog Handling Expertise
- Client Relationship Building
- Canine Behavior Knowledge
- Strong physical stamina
Timeline
Professional Dog Walker
Tails N Whiskers
05.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Brandywine valley SPCA
11.2020 - 05.2022
Adoption Counselor
Brandywine valley SPCA
10.2017 - 11.2020
Dog runner/cleaner
Wagsworth manor
09.2017 - 10.2017
Cashier Manager
Dominos
03.2015 - 09.2017
Associate of Science - Animal science
Delaware Valley College
High School Diploma - Animal science
TCHS Pickering