Brian Bernard
Beacon Falls,CT
Summary
United States Army Animal Care Specialist with history of delivering exceptional care to animals in various settings. Passionately promotes health and optimal wellness by providing quality support. Careful to observe animals and communicate concerns to help optimize care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Specialist
U.S. Army
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided routine care for 2,500 animals in veterinary clinical procedures annually
- Maintained focus on the overall health of 38 military working dogs and 25 TSA dogs
- Evaluated lab samples such as blood for heartworm, feline leukemia, feline aids, complete blood count, and chemistry panel; urine for crystals, blood, and bacteria; stool for intestinal worms; ear cytology for bacteria, yeast and ear mites from cats and dogs daily
- Presented information and provided exemplary customer service to clients
- Calculated dosages for small and large dogs for prescriptions and sedatives
- Administered oral, topical, injectable medications as directed by the veterinarian
- Assisted veterinarian as an anesthetist, surgery technician and recovery in surgical procedures such as dentals, spays, neuters, caudectomy, gastropexy, and perineal hernia
- Inspected 5 animal facilities monthly for public health standards to protect the community
- Matched and reallocated $3,000 worth of inventory items monthly as the designated cardholder
- Ordered and kept track of inventory within the veterinary clinic
Barista
Sarah’s Coffee House
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Friendly customer service to develop customer loyalty
- Handled money as a cashier
Barista
Starbucks Coffee House
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Continued friendly customer service to 1,440 customers daily while working at a high pace environment
Host
The Tavern Downtown
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Organized seating arrangements depending on the customer’s preferred football team
Education
Associate’s Degree - General Studies
University of Maryland College University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT12-2024
Skills
- Animal transport
- Habitat maintenance
- Parasite control
- Animal training
- Animal restraint
- Animal handling
- Animal nutrition
- Adoption assistance
- Behavior analysis
- Client communication
- Disease prevention
- Tick removal
References
- Lieutenant Colonel Pecher, Lauren, Veterinary Corps Officer, Public Health Activity - San Diego Commander, 619-556-0554
- Captain McFadden, Patrick, Veterinary Corps Officer, Travis Air Force Base Veterinary Treatment Facility Officer In Charge, 707-424-3010/501-259-6838, patrick.j.mcfadden14.mil@mail.mil
- First Sergeant Lerma, Florentino, Veterinary Food Inspector, Public Health Activity - San Diego First Sergeant, 619-556-0554
- Sergeant First Class Forrest, Christopher, Veterinary Food Inspector, Travis Air Force Base Veterinary Treatment Facility Non-commissioned Officer In Charge, 707-424-3010/571-438-1645, christopher.n.forrest.mil@mail.mil
- Sergeant Herrera, Martin, Preventive Medicine Specialist, Health Physics, Headquarters Section Non-Commissioned Officer, 325-450-4204
- Specialist Williams, Kendale, Animal Care Specialist, Travis Air Force Base Veterinary Treatment Facility, 707-803-6875, kendalestephon@icloud.com
Training
- Basic Leadership Course, 120 hours
- Field Sanitation, 40 hours
- Combat Life Savers, 40 hours
- Animal Care Specialist Training, 440 hours
Awards
- Non-commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, 11/01/19, Completion of basic leadership course
- Good Conduct Medal, 05/01/19, Exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity in active military service from 05/01/16-05/01/19
- Army Achievement Medal, 04/01/19, Employee of the 2nd Quarter FY 19 (Soldier of the quarter)
- Certificate of Achievement, 02/01/19, Presentation to Head of Department. Major General Le Master, Dennis P., U.S Army Medical Service Corps
- Certificate of Achievement, 01/01/19, Presented information to the community about the dangers of leptospirosis
- Overseas Service Ribbon, 10/01/18, Military service overseas.
- Army Achievement Medal, 10/01/18, Service as an Animal Care Specialist to the military and community of Camp Zama and Atsugi Naval Air Station, Japan
- Certificate of Achievement, 05/01/18, Designed and medically assisted a two-mile police dog exercise lane for military working dogs and Japanese police working dog teams.
- Army Achievement Medal, 11/01/17, Employee of the year (Soldier of the year)
- Army Achievement Medal, 11/01/17, Maintained physical training excellence for Public Health Activity - Japan
- Certificate of Achievement, 12/01/16, Employee of the 1st Quarter FY 17 (Soldier of the quarter)
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 08/01/16
- National Defense Service Ribbon, 01/01/16
- Army Service Ribbon, 01/01/16
Timeline
Animal Care Specialist
U.S. Army
05.2016 - 05.2020
Barista
Sarah’s Coffee House
10.2015 - 03.2016
Host
The Tavern Downtown
11.2014 - 02.2015
Barista
Starbucks Coffee House
08.2012 - 03.2016
Associate’s Degree - General Studies
University of Maryland College University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of New Haven
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