Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Assessments
Timeline
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Ashliegh Hayes-Austin

Hillsborough,NC

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Veterinary Assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Creekside Animal Hospital
03.2024 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care for hospitalized animals, administering medications as directed by the veterinarian team.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Reduced appointment wait times by efficiently scheduling appointments according to clinic availability and client preferences.
  • Facilitated smooth daily operations by maintaining equipment and stocking necessary supplies throughout the clinic.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing assistance in examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
  • Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, surgical suites, and animal housing facilities.
  • Safely restrained animals during examinations or procedures to minimize stress levels while protecting both patients and staff members from injury risks.

Afterschool Camp Counselor

New Hope Camp and Conference Center
10.2022 - Current
  • Ensured camper safety by adhering to established guidelines and protocols during all activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Provided a safe space for campers to express themselves artistically through arts and crafts sessions tailored to various age groups.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
  • Assisted with daily administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, snack distribution, and supply organization.

Retail Sales Associate

Phydeaux
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.

Dog Daycare Assistant

Green Beagle Lodge
07.2021 - 04.2022
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service, ensuring trust in the quality of care for their pets.
  • Provided attentive care to each dog, addressing their individual needs and preferences.
  • Provided timely feedback on each dog''s progress to owners during pick-up or drop-off times.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Ensured dogs'' health and safety through regular monitoring and reporting of any potential issues.
  • Prepared nutritious meals for each dog according to their specific dietary needs.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.

Preschool Substitute Teacher

Master's Garden Preschool of Ebenezer Baptist Church
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.

Veterinary Student Intern

Piedmont Veterinary Clinic
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of veterinary medicine.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through empathetic communication, ensuring trust and loyalty to the practice.
  • Gathered pet health histories and symptoms to identify root cause of medical issues.
  • Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces throughout the internship.
  • Collected animal blood samples and prepared specimens for shipment and laboratory testing.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the veterinary practice by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement throughout the internship period.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care and support during veterinary procedures.
  • Ensured accuracy in medical record keeping by diligently updating patient files after each visit or procedure completed during the internship period.
  • Assisted veterinarians in conducting examinations, diagnostic tests, and treatments for optimal animal health.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to infection control protocols and following proper handling procedures for hazardous materials.
  • Dressed wounds and prescribed medication to prevent infection.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

None - Veterinary Medicine

Central Piedmont Community College
Yanceyville, NC
05.2024

None - Education

Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC
03.2024

High School Diploma -

Orange High School
Hillsborough, NC
06.2020

Skills

  • Illness assessment and treatment

  • Animal Behavior Understanding

  • Patient Care Monitoring

  • Client Education

  • Animal handling expertise

  • Heartworm diagnostic testing

  • Sanitation protocols

  • Skin scraping

  • Laboratory Testing

  • Tick Removal

  • Relationship Building

  • Patient Recordkeeping

  • Canine health issues

  • Routine Examinations

  • Sales and Upselling

  • Wound Care

  • Surgical Preparation

  • First Aid

  • Emergency response readiness

  • Wound Management

  • IV Medication Administration

  • Physical examination

  • Euthanasia Procedures

  • Sample collection methods

  • Team collaboration abilities

  • Veterinary Terminology

  • Administering first aid

  • Animal Restraint Techniques

  • Instrument pack sterilization

  • Medical record-keeping

  • Proper Animal Restraint

  • Medical Terminology

  • Patient Monitoring

  • Pet First Aid

  • Leadership Qualities

  • Creativity and Innovation

  • Dependable and Responsible

  • Positive Reinforcement Methods

  • Cleanliness and hygiene

  • Teamwork and Collaboration

  • Critical Thinking

  • Animal Care

  • Canine Behavior

  • Honest and Dependable

  • Animal Nutrition

  • Attention to Detail

  • Food Supplement Preparation

  • Animal Observations

  • Problem-Solving

  • Human and Animal Safety

  • Decision-Making

  • Animal Examinations

  • Meal Preparation

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification

Assessments

  • Customer focus & orientation, Completed, 06/01/21, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
  • Work motivation, Proficient, 06/01/21, Level of motivation and discipline applied toward work

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Creekside Animal Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Afterschool Camp Counselor

New Hope Camp and Conference Center
10.2022 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Phydeaux
05.2022 - 09.2022

Dog Daycare Assistant

Green Beagle Lodge
07.2021 - 04.2022

Preschool Substitute Teacher

Master's Garden Preschool of Ebenezer Baptist Church
11.2020 - 06.2021

Veterinary Student Intern

Piedmont Veterinary Clinic
01.2020 - 03.2020

None - Veterinary Medicine

Central Piedmont Community College

None - Education

Durham Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Orange High School

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