CHRISTOPHER R. THOMAS
Moundville,AL
Summary
Motivated Undergraduate Animal Science student seeking seasonal hands-on experience in a clinical setting. Eager to develop more skills in multitasking within a fast-paced environment, applying medical terminology to practical scenarios, and identifying both behavioral and medical concerns in animals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Care Assistant
May Veterinary Northridge
Northport, AL
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered medications prescribed by veterinarians as instructed.
- Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and aquariums.
- Fed and watered animals according to instructions from veterinarians or pet owners.
- Assisted veterinarians with providing medical care to animals.
Kennel Technician
May Veterinary Northridge
Northport, AL
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Inspected kennels regularly for any possible health hazards or maintenance concerns.
- Exercised dogs regularly according to individual needs.
- Provided daily care and monitoring of animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages and administering medications.
- Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
- Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures such as vaccinations and spaying and neutering.
- Performed minor grooming services such as brushing fur coats and trimming nails.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
Cashier
Taco Casa - Northport
Northport, AL
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Animal Care Assistant
Tuskegee University Farm
Tuskegee, AL
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Stayed on top of sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Maintain and perform a wide range of livestock animal care responsibilities, such as but not limited to feeding, watering, monitoring basic animal health and behavior, changing out cages, and cleaning kennels.
- Followed consistent safety procedures, maintained visible animal identification and checked tags to minimize care errors.
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Big Dog Ranch & Small Rescue
Shorter, AL
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Maintained animal shelter by cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages and equipment, washing dishes and laundry, taking out garbage and performing custodial duties.
- Ensure sure all of the animals, especially the newborn puppies who need their bottles fed to them, are getting food.
- Walked animals in assigned area to complete daily enrichment.
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Tuskegee University Vet Clinic
Tuskegee, AL
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Lee County Humane Society
Auburn, Alabama
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained animal shelter by cleaning and disinfecting kennels, cages and equipment, washing dishes and laundry, taking out garbage and performing custodial duties.
- Walked animals in assigned area to complete daily enrichment.
- Fed and watered animals and spot-cleaned kennels to meet animal needs and maintain sanitary facilities.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
Cashier
Taco Casa
Tuscaloosa, AL
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations
- Communicated clearly and positively with coworkers and management
- Mastered point-of-service (POS) computer system for automated order taking
- Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal And Veterinary Science
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05.2026
Timeline
Pet Care Assistant
May Veterinary Northridge
05.2024 - 08.2024
Kennel Technician
May Veterinary Northridge
05.2024 - 08.2024
Cashier
Taco Casa - Northport
12.2023 - 07.2024
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Big Dog Ranch & Small Rescue
03.2023 - 06.2023
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Tuskegee University Vet Clinic
03.2023 - 05.2023
Animal Care Assistant
Tuskegee University Farm
02.2023 - 08.2023
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Lee County Humane Society
02.2023 - 05.2023
Cashier
Taco Casa
06.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Animal And Veterinary Science
Tuskegee University
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