Ava Cochran
Paintsville,KY
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing animal welfare and customer satisfaction at Highland Vet Clinic, showcasing strong animal handling expertise and exceptional patience. Improved significantly in understanding and implementation of kennel sanitation processes and efficiency, leveraging skills in care monitoring and proactive teamwork. Demonstrated ability to adapt and excel in diverse roles, from healthcare support to customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Highland Vet Clinic
Paintsville, KY
05.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Assisted Veterinarians in routine exams and surgery
Sales Associate
Creek Nutrition
Paintsville, KY
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Injectors Assistant
BeYou Med Spa
Prestonsburg, KY
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
Pharmacy Tech
Medicine Cabinet Pharmacy
Paintsville, KY
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Education
Pre Vet
Morehead State University
Morehead, KYHigh School Diploma - Allied Health
Johnson Central High School
Paintsville, KY05.2022
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Care Monitoring
- Animal handling expertise
- Patience and resilience
Involvement
Chi Omega Sorority
- I currently hold two leadership positions in the sorority. I am very involved and love to volunteer.
Herron Scholar
- I am a member of the Herron scholar program on campus. I was the only student chosen from my high school.
Chemistry Club
Pre Vet Club
National Honors Society
Collegiate Farm Bureau
Timeline
Kennel Technician
Highland Vet Clinic
05.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Creek Nutrition
03.2022 - 08.2023
Injectors Assistant
BeYou Med Spa
03.2021 - 10.2021
Pharmacy Tech
Medicine Cabinet Pharmacy
05.2020 - 08.2020
Pre Vet
Morehead State University
High School Diploma - Allied Health
Johnson Central High School