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Work History
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Billie Cole

Billie Cole

Crescent City

Summary

Dedicated Animal Technician with extensive experience at Wrightway Rescue, skilled in animal behavior and welfare. Successfully improved animal health through meticulous monitoring and timely medication administration. Known for fostering trust with animals and providing compassionate support to pet owners during challenging times. Proficient in surgical assistance and effective time management.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Technician

Wrightway Rescue
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Reduced stress for animals during handling by utilizing appropriate restraint techniques and methods.
  • Enhanced facility cleanliness by performing regular sanitation tasks, including cleaning animal enclosures and equipment.
  • Improved animal health by conducting routine monitoring and maintaining detailed records of animal behavior and wellbeing.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by veterinarians, ensuring timely treatment and optimal health outcomes for animals in care.
  • Ensured proper animal nutrition by preparing and distributing specialized diets according to species-specific requirements.
  • Monitored breeding programs, facilitating successful mating and offspring care for various species.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors, veterinarians, and research staff to address any concerns or issues related to animal care promptly and effectively.
  • Assisted in the rescue and rehabilitation of injured or orphaned wildlife, returning them back into their natural environments whenever possible.
  • Coordinated with transportation teams to ensure the safe and efficient movement of animals between facilities or into new habitats.
  • Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures, providing efficient support during examinations and treatments.
  • Safeguarded both animals and staff by adhering to strict safety protocols while handling hazardous substances or equipment.
  • Developed strong relationships with animals in care through consistent positive interactions, promoting trust between humans and animals.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of supplies, ordering necessary materials as needed to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and microscopic examination.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
  • Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
  • Kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress.
  • Fed, groomed and watered Number Type animals.
  • Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of Number animals to protect animal health and wellbeing.
  • Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
  • Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.

Farm Hand

Darrell Neathery
05.2010 - 10.2024
  • Reduced stress for animals during handling by utilizing appropriate restraint techniques and methods.
  • Enhanced facility cleanliness by performing regular sanitation tasks, including cleaning animal enclosures and equipment.
  • Improved animal health by conducting routine monitoring and maintaining detailed records of animal behavior and wellbeing.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by veterinarians, ensuring timely treatment and optimal health outcomes for animals in care.
  • Ensured proper animal nutrition by preparing and distributing specialized diets according to species-specific requirements.
  • Monitored breeding programs, facilitating successful mating and offspring care for various species.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors, veterinarians, and research staff to address any concerns or issues related to animal care promptly and effectively.
  • Assisted in the rescue and rehabilitation of injured or orphaned wildlife, returning them back into their natural environments whenever possible.
  • Coordinated with transportation teams to ensure the safe and efficient movement of animals between facilities or into new habitats.
  • Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures, providing efficient support during examinations and treatments.
  • Safeguarded both animals and staff by adhering to strict safety protocols while handling hazardous substances or equipment.
  • Developed strong relationships with animals in care through consistent positive interactions, promoting trust between humans and animals.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of supplies, ordering necessary materials as needed to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and microscopic examination.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
  • Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
  • Kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress.
  • Fed, groomed and watered Number Type animals.
  • Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of Number animals to protect animal health and wellbeing.
  • Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
  • Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.

Education

GED -

Carbondale Community High-school
Carbondale , Il

Skills

  • Animal behavior
  • Animal enrichment
  • Animal grooming
  • Animal training
  • Animal welfare
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Vaccine administration
  • Veterinary assistance
  • Emergency care
  • Sample collection
  • Surgical assistance
  • Animal restraint
  • Animal handling
  • Pet handling
  • Kind customer engagement
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Health monitoring
  • Pet waste removal
  • Facility cleaning
  • Safe chemical handling
  • Animal transport
  • Surgical preparation
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • Heavy load lifting
  • Positive pet interactions
  • Kennel cleaning and sanitizing methods
  • Room decontamination
  • Animal evaluations
  • Safety precautions and measures
  • Animal exercising
  • Injury treatment
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities

Affiliations

Wrightway animal rescue, murphysboro illinois

Timeline

Animal Technician

Wrightway Rescue
10.2024 - 01.2025

Farm Hand

Darrell Neathery
05.2010 - 10.2024

GED -

Carbondale Community High-school

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