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Caitlin Squiers

Caitlin Squiers

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Highly-motivated equine professional with over 11 years of equine experience, with a strong desire to work in the field of Veterinary Medicine. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Large Animal Technician

Countryside Veterinary Services
Louisville, TN
06.2023 - Current
  • Provides daily care and monitoring of large animals in a veterinary setting.
  • Assisted veterinarians with medical treatments, including giving oral medications, cleaning wounds, held horses for injections, catheter input and removal, and breeding.
  • Performed animal husbandry duties such as feeding, watering, cleaning stalls and enclosures, and providing enrichment activities.
  • Monitored vital signs for large animals to detect changes or abnormalities that may indicate illness or injury.
  • Assisted with the capture, and restraint of large animals for medical exams and treatments.
  • Facilitated communication between clients, owners, veterinary staff members, trainers, farriers and other related professionals regarding the care of the animal patients.
  • Cleaned instruments used during examinations and treatments in accordance with infection control standards.
  • Cared for hospitalized patients under direct supervision of veterinarian; monitored condition and administered prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.

Volunteer

Horse Haven of Tennessee
Lenoir City, TN
03.2023 - Current
  • Feed and water horses
  • Turn out and bring in horses
  • Clean stalls and paddocks
  • Help give horses medications if needed

Assistant Barn Manager

Family Business
Knoxville, TN
06.2016 - 08.2019
  • Assisted with the daily care of horses, such as feeding, grooming, and exercising them.
  • Monitored horse health and administered medications as needed.
  • Inspected stalls for cleanliness and repair needs.
  • Organized feed storage areas to ensure adequate supplies were available at all times.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the grounds to identify any potential hazards or maintenance issues.
  • Provided instruction on safe handling practices around horses for new staff members.
  • Assisted with special projects related to upkeep of the facility such as painting stalls or replacing fencing.
  • Cared for horses by blanketing, cleaning stalls, feeding and watering.
  • Maintained tidy barn by sweeping, cleaning and organizing feed and materials.
  • Cleaned and prepared stalls for newly acquired horses.
  • Delivered basic equine medical care skills such as bandaging, wrapping and medication administration.

Education

High School Diploma -

CAK Homeschool
Knoxville, TN
05.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Health Professions

Roane State Community College
Lenoir City, TN

Skills

  • Halter Placement
  • Animal Restraint
  • Vital Signs
  • Monitoring Recovery
  • Patient Bathing
  • Supply Restocking
  • Decision-Making
  • Team Building
  • Strong Work Ethics
  • Punctual

Timeline

Large Animal Technician

Countryside Veterinary Services
06.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Horse Haven of Tennessee
03.2023 - Current

Assistant Barn Manager

Family Business
06.2016 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

CAK Homeschool

Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Health Professions

Roane State Community College
Caitlin Squiers