Cadence Goodnight
Moseley
Summary
Dedicated volunteer with hands-on experience in animal care and handling at a local shelter. Recently completed a degree in Biology and seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant position to further develop skills in veterinary medicine. Committed to pursuing a career in animal care and attending veterinary school.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Norfolk Animal Care Center
Norfolk
11.2025 - Current
- Provided daily care for animals, including dogs, cats, and small animals
- Facilitated feeding, cleaning kennels, and maintaining sanitary environments to support animal health
- Monitored animal behavior and reported concerns to staff to ensure well-being
- Supported shelter operations during busy or high-stress periods
Server/Hostess
Lakewood Retirement Community
Richmond
01.2021 - Current
- Effectively communicated menu options, dietary restrictions, and special requests, reinforcing knowledge of nutrition and food safety.
- Maintained welcoming and professional demeanor, contributing to customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities, such as taking orders and handling payments, strengthening multitasking skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2026
Skills
- Fecal analysis
- Sample collection
- Animal care
- Animal nutrition
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Laboratory techniques
- Molecular biology
- Biological sciences
- Scientific research
- Data Analysis
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient safety
- Medication stock maintenance
- Drug interaction awareness
- Lab operations
- Microsoft Office
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Drug interaction awareness
- Medication handling
- Laboratory techniques
Vet Experience
Supported clinic operations by safely restraining animals, filling medications, conducting heartworm and fecal tests, and utilizing veterinary medical software to document behavior patterns and overall health status.
Leadership Experience
Course Scientific Research for Scientists, Directed a collaborative research initiative for the course Introduction to Information, Literature, and Research for Scientists, focusing on how higher education affects student mental health. Managed task delegation, timeline coordination, and project milestones to ensure successful completion. Facilitated team collaboration and guided research efforts, enhancing group problem-solving and presentation skills. This experience strengthened leadership, communication, and organizational abilities within an academic research setting.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
Norfolk Animal Care Center
11.2025 - Current
Server/Hostess
Lakewood Retirement Community
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Old Dominion University