Deborah Robinette
Rogersville
Summary
Personable and reliable individual with passion for animal care and knack for creating positive environment. Knowledgeable about basic animal health and welfare, with skills in handling animals and assisting with medical procedures. Committed to contributing to well-being of animals and supporting veterinary staff in delivering excellent care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant - Volunteer
Precious Paws Medical Clinic
06.2024 - Current
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Dog Foster Parent
Grainger County Human Society
01.2019 - Current
- Streamlined documentation processes for accurate record-keeping of each dog''s medical history and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow foster families through mutual support and resource sharing.
- Maintained open communication with rescue organizations, providing consistent updates on each dog''s status and progress.
- Supported potential adopters with informative meet-and-greets, leading to successful matches.
- Assisted in fundraising events to increase financial resources for the fostering program.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for veterinary appointments, adoption events, and new home placements.
- Increased awareness about the benefits of fostering by participating in community outreach efforts and educational events.
- Established lasting connections between adoptive families and foster dogs through post-adoption follow-ups and ongoing support services.
- Contributed to the growth of the fostering network by recruiting additional dedicated volunteers.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
Corporate General Manager
TR Lodging Enterprises
01.2000 - 01.2016
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective conflict resolution methods leading to improved employee morale and decreased turnover rates.
- Ensured consistent product quality by overseeing operations across multiple departments while maintaining rigorous quality control standards.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers/vendors securing lower prices on goods/services without compromising quality standards.
- Improved employee satisfaction and retention through the development of comprehensive training programs and performance-based incentives.
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion while adhering to strict budgets and timelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction rates through exceptional service delivery via streamlined support systems and proactive problem resolution methods.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Assistant
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN01-2022
Skills
- Client communication
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- Medical record-keeping
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Animal handling
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant - Volunteer
Precious Paws Medical Clinic
06.2024 - Current
Dog Foster Parent
Grainger County Human Society
01.2019 - Current
Corporate General Manager
TR Lodging Enterprises
01.2000 - 01.2016
No Degree - Veterinary Assistant
University of Tennessee
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