Coby Hollingsworth
MARSHALL,IL
Summary
Dynamic Animal Care Technician with proven expertise at Christensen Family Farms, excelling in animal evaluations and habitat maintenance. Recognized for enhancing animal welfare through effective teamwork and problem-solving. Skilled in vaccine administration and committed to upholding safety protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for diverse species.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Technician
Christensen Family Farms
12.2019 - Current
- Administered daily care routines for animals, ensuring health and wellbeing.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported concerns to senior staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted with feeding schedules, maintaining proper nutrition for diverse animal species.
- Maintained cleanliness of animal enclosures, promoting hygiene and preventing disease spread.
- Supported veterinary staff during health checks, enhancing overall animal welfare practices.
- Recorded detailed observations in logs, contributing to accurate tracking of animal conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to improve operational efficiency in daily tasks.
- Trained new hires on standard care protocols, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Provided compassionate care to animals by giving attention, grooming, and socialization opportunities.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and microscopic examination.
- Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccines, and performing routine medical procedures.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful recovery of numerous animals through diligent monitoring, immediate intervention when needed, and coordinated efforts with veterinary staff.
- Maintained accurate records of animal care, treatments, and progress, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted thorough intake assessments for new arrivals, ensuring immediate care needs were met.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort for animals in their final moments.
- Implemented preventive measures to control spread of disease within animal population.
Shift Manager
Arby's
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Supervised team performance to ensure adherence to service standards and operational excellence.
- Trained new staff on food safety protocols and customer service techniques.
- Coordinated shift schedules to optimize labor efficiency and coverage.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies and ingredients.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, fostering positive dining experiences and loyalty.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback to support professional growth.
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
Education
GED -
Lakeland College
Charleston, ILSkills
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Euthanasia assistance
- Habitat maintenance
- Vaccine administration
- Safe chemical handling
- Facility cleaning
- Managing paperwork
- Biosecurity measures
- Animal transport
- Animal evaluations
- Animal handling
- Safety precautions and measures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Information collection and recording
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Problem identification
Timeline
Animal Care Technician
Christensen Family Farms
12.2019 - Current
Shift Manager
Arby's
05.2017 - 12.2019
GED -
Lakeland College