Autumn Chamberlain
6802 Guinevere Street, Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Dedicated pre-veterinary professional with numerous accounts of hands-on experiences, including neonatal kitten fostering, clinical animal care, and veterinary leadership. Receiver of numerous certifications through Patterson Veterinary Academy, with focused training in animal handling, disease processes, and foundational veterinary medical concepts.
Particularly passionate about feline veterinary medicine, with specific interests in feline nutrition, feline behavior, chronic diseases, and improving welfare outcomes for sheltered and rescued felines. Committed to developing a career in veterinary medicine through clinical experience, research involvement and publication, and mentorship under practicing veterinarians.
Inspired by the legacy of Dr. Louis J. Camuti, the first feline-only veterinarian, is driven by a commitment to advance feline health care, to normalize routine veterinary visits for cats by improving client education, reducing fear-based barriers, and promoting early intervention that improves outcomes and saves lives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
13
13
Certifications
Work History
Neonatal Feline Foster
Gulf Coast Humane Society Inc.
Corpus Christi, Texas
03.2026 - Current
- Neonatal kitten bottle feeding and supplemental feeding
- Kitten Milk Replacer (KMR) preparation and feeding protocols
- Weaning kittens onto solid food
- Monitoring neonatal growth and developmental milestones
- Daily weight tracking and record keeping
- Assessment of hydration status and body condition
- Neonatal thermoregulation and warming support
- Urination and defecation stimulation for orphaned neonates
- Identification of illness and failure-to-thrive symptoms
- Medication administration under veterinary guidance
- Monitoring recovery of sick or injured kittens
- Observation and reporting of clinical signs
- Basic animal nursing care
- Sanitation and disease-prevention protocols
- Isolation and quarantine procedures
- Parasite monitoring and prevention
- Litter training and environmental enrichment
- Animal restraint and handling
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Decision making in urgent situations
- Compassionate animal care
- Communication with veterinary professionals
- Client/public education regarding animal care
- Ability to work independently
- Adaptability and resilience
- Behavioral observation and assessment
Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in conducting examinations and procedures for various animals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and surgical suites.
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by veterinary professionals.
- Handled animal restraint techniques to ensure safety during examinations and treatments.
- Utilized veterinary software for patient records, scheduling, and inventory tracking.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations of the clinic.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Monitored food intake levels of hospitalized patients ensuring they received adequate nutrition while under care.
- Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
- Responded promptly to emergency messages outside normal business hours.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Veterinary Receptionist
Animal Medical Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, Texas
09.2022 - Current
- Greeted clients and their pets warmly upon arrival at the veterinary clinic.
- Scheduled appointments and managed the front desk efficiently for smooth operations.
- Answered phone inquiries, providing information about services and procedures offered.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated information in the clinic's database.
- Processed payments and handled billing inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
- Coordinated communication between clients and veterinary staff for effective service delivery.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Assisted veterinarians with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient files.
- Processed payments from clients including cash, credit cards, and checks.
- Filed medical records in an organized manner for easy access when needed.
- Checked in patients prior to their appointment with the veterinarian or technician.
- Monitored front desk operations to ensure smooth flow of traffic during peak hours.
- Followed up with clients after their visits to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
- Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
- Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
Barista
Stingers Coffee
Corpus Christi, Texas
09.2021 - 01.2026
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee shop environment.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and special requests.
- Operated espresso machines and other coffee-making equipment efficiently.
- Handled cash register transactions and processed payments accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Stocked supplies and managed inventory levels effectively.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere in the café.
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
Kennel Technician
Animal Medical Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, Texas
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided daily care for animals, ensuring cleanliness and comfort.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported any health concerns to staff.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ensuring adequate stock for operations.
- Supported grooming activities, helping to bathe and brush animals.
- Cleaned kennels and living spaces, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Engaged with pet owners, addressing questions and providing updates on their pets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kennel operations.
- Provided daily care and monitoring of animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages and administering medications.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Monitored animals for signs of illness or distress and reported to supervisor immediately.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
- Inspected kennels regularly for any possible health hazards or maintenance concerns.
- Maintained records of animal feedings, treatments and other updates.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Performed minor grooming services such as brushing fur coats and trimming nails.
- Walked animals outside to avoid accidents in play areas or bedding.
Cat Shelter Volunteer
Cattery Cat Shelter
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Cared for cats by providing food, water, and clean litter.
- Assisted in cleaning and maintaining shelter facilities.
- Monitored cat health and behavior, reporting concerns to staff.
- Organized supplies and equipment for daily operations.
- Helped socialize kittens through play and interaction sessions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a safe environment for cats.
- Monitored cats' health conditions on a regular basis.
- Interacted with potential adopters to provide information about the cats in our facility.
- Managed inventory of donated items from donors such as pet food, toys, bedding.
- Organized cat supplies such as food and litter boxes.
- Provided daily care for cats, including feeding, cleaning, and grooming.
- Tracked vaccinations and medications administered to each cat in the shelter.
- Ensured shelter areas were clean and safe for cats.
- Maintained animal shelter by cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages and equipment, washing dishes and laundry, taking out garbage and performing custodial duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05-2026
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Nutrition planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Patience and tact
- Animal care
- Client communication
- Medical record management
- Laboratory procedures
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- Veterinary procedures
- Client education
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Active listening
- Leadership
Languages
English
Professional
French
Limited
Certification
Bladder Care - Patterson Veterinary Academy
Accomplishments
Permanent Honor Roll - Highschool
Affiliations
Neonatal Feline Foster
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Neonatal Feline Foster
Gulf Coast Humane Society Inc.
03.2026 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical Corpus Christi
06.2023 - Current
Veterinary Receptionist
Animal Medical Corpus Christi
09.2022 - Current
Kennel Technician
Animal Medical Corpus Christi
09.2022 - 06.2023
Barista
Stingers Coffee
09.2021 - 01.2026
Cat Shelter Volunteer
Cattery Cat Shelter
01.2020 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M Corpus Christi