Courtney Parent
Slaughter,LA
Summary
Accomplished professional horseman with ten plus years experience as veterinary technician. Skilled in equine behavior management, training program development, and equine care and first aid. Excels in leadership, communication, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in client relations as well as equine endeavors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Large Animal Veterinary Technician
Louisiana State University SVM
Baton Rouge , LA
10.2022 - Current
- Instructed new hires and students on proper handling techniques of animals during examinations or treatments.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
- Place IV catheters, nasogastric tubes, administer intravenous, oral and intramuscular medications.
- Communicate with barn crew and supervisors on ordering supplies, feed and hospital supplies
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including administering controlled pain management treatments
- Monitored vital signs of animals during emergency intake as well as medical procedures
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as stalls, isolation, treatment rooms, and surgery induction stalls .
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals.
Assistant Trainer/Barn Manager
Zach Rodgers Performance Horses
Ethel, Louisiana
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Started young horses under saddle under indirect supervision of head trainer
- Reported to trainer on horse's progress and performance and discussed each horse's fitness or training concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving horses such as colic or injury.
- Communicated effectively with owners regarding their horse's progress or medical needs.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on tack, fences, gates and other equipment used in the barn.
- Maintained accurate records of each horse's health status including vaccinations, deworming schedules, hoof trims.
Veterinary Technician
Companion Animal Hospital
Fenton, MI
12.2019 - 03.2020
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, IL01-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PASkills
- Training Program Development
- Animal Handling and Training
- Administering oral, intravenous and intramuscular medications
- Emergency care and first aid
- Client Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Affiliations
- Business owner - offering colt starting, horse training and riding lessons to the public
- 2023 LSU Rodeo All Around Cowgirl
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Large Animal Veterinary Technician
Louisiana State University SVM
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Trainer/Barn Manager
Zach Rodgers Performance Horses
12.2020 - 09.2022
Veterinary Technician
Companion Animal Hospital
12.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster Career School
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