Dakota Horton
Orlando,FL
Summary
Skilled in emergency care and customer service, I've enhanced clinic efficiency at Shaffer Animal Hospital and ensured humane wildlife removal at Florida Wildlife Trappers. Demonstrating strong organization and animal behavior knowledge, I've significantly contributed to team success and client satisfaction, without relying on numerical achievements for impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary
Safari Septic and Home Services
Orlando Fl
04.2024 - Current
- Answered phones and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
Ranch Hand
Horsepower Ranch
11.2019 - 02.2025
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
- Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
- Ensured healthy livestock through regular monitoring, vaccination, and treatment of illnesses.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
Wildlife Technician
Florida Wildlife Trappers
Orlando, FL
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed humane and efficient removal of animals from residential properties.
- Provided customers with advice on preventing future wildlife intrusions.
- Applied eco-friendly and industry-approved methods to eliminate pests while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
Vet Technician Assistant
Shaffer Animal Hospital
Oviedo, FL
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces for the veterinary team.
- Performed laboratory tasks, such as blood draws and sample analysis, contributing to accurate diagnostics for patients.
- Provided compassionate care to animals, ensuring a positive experience during their visits to the clinic.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting with medical procedures, including administering medications and vaccinations.
Education
Associate Of Science -
Valencia College
Orlando, FLHigh School Diploma -
East River High School
Orlando, FL05.2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Organization
- Animal behavior
- Parasite control
- Emergency care
Timeline
Secretary
Safari Septic and Home Services
04.2024 - Current
Wildlife Technician
Florida Wildlife Trappers
08.2023 - 01.2024
Vet Technician Assistant
Shaffer Animal Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
Ranch Hand
Horsepower Ranch
11.2019 - 02.2025
Associate Of Science -
Valencia College
High School Diploma -
East River High School