Deja Robinson
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, excelling in animal care and restraint. Proven ability to enhance customer service and team collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in medication administration and maintaining rigorous biosecurity protocols, consistently contributing to a safe and efficient veterinary environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Technician
Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital
Georgetown, KY
10.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive care to equids of all breeds and ages in a high-volume veterinary hospital.
- Assist with diagnostics, emergencies, and post-operative care.
- Proficient in restraint, medication administration (IV, IM, PO, SQ, IN), sample collection, and basic laboratory tests.
- Monitor vital signs and behavior, ensuring timely intervention, and accurate patient records.
Administrative Assistant; Yearling Prep (Seasonal)
Airdrie Stud
Midway, KY
06.2021 - Current
- Groomed and conditioned yearlings in preparation for marquee sales.
- Presented horses to prospective buyers while maintaining professional handling skills.
- Maintained clean stalls, show rings, and equipment to promote a safe environment.
- Schedule bookings of mares to stallions during breeding season.
Assistant Manager
The Burning Sands by Alicia
Atlanta, GA
06.2016 - Current
- Design storefront and trade show displays to boost brand visibility and sales.
- Develop and manage company social media platforms.
- Train new employees in product knowledge, and customer service.
Front End Associate
Total Wine & More
Lexington, KY
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Provided outstanding customer service while aligning consumer demand and product supply.
- Managed point of sales operations with precision and efficiency.
Volunteer
Reproduction Specialty Group
Mount Sterling, KY
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted with the Laparoscopic Insemination of 150-160 sheep and goats.
Intern
1/ST & Ed Brown Society Fellow
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Shadowed veterinary teams to deepen my knowledge of equine welfare and safety.
- Contributed to marketing efforts via content creation, vendor exhibits, and website audits.
- Assisted Horseman Relations during major events, including the 2022 Black-Eyed Susan, the 2022 Preakness Stakes, and the 2023 Pegasus World Cup.
Intern
Kentucky Horse Racing Commission
Lexington, KY
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted Office Secretary with administrative tasks while managing confidential information.
- Shadowed veterinary services, state stewards, and licensing officers to gain insights into racecourse operations.
- Contributed to projects related to pari-mutuel wagering, regulatory compliance, and communications.
Shadowing Student
Braelinn Animal Hospital
Peachtree City, GA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted with animal preparation, monitoring recovery, and reporting post-surgical changes.
- Restrained patients for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of clinical areas, and followed sterilization and safety protocols.
Volunteer
UK Equine-Hagyard Equine Hospital
Lexington, KY
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Organized and inventoried materials for ongoing studies.
Equine Reproduction Veterinary Assistant
Alan R.Dorton, DVM
Versailles, KY
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Assisted with medical procedures focused on broodmare and foal health, including exams and treatments.
- Recorded and organized documentation from palpation exams during farm visits.
UK Equine Nutrition Research Study Volunteer
College of Agriculture-University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted with feeding, administering medications, stall cleaning, and sampling procedures (IV insertion, muscle biopsies, blood draws).
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Columbus, OH05-2029
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Equine Science and Management, Animal Science
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2022
Skills
- Animal restraint
- Animal care
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
Awards
- Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards; Newcomer Award Finalist, 01/01/23
Affiliations
- Lexington (KY) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. | 2023 – Present
Membership Services Committee, Policies and Procedures Committee - Ed Brown Society Scholar/Fellow | Aug 2019 – Present
Timeline
Volunteer
Reproduction Specialty Group
07.2024 - 07.2024
Front End Associate
Total Wine & More
11.2023 - 04.2025
Nursing Technician
Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Intern
1/ST & Ed Brown Society Fellow
05.2022 - 07.2022
Intern
Kentucky Horse Racing Commission
09.2021 - 11.2021
Administrative Assistant; Yearling Prep (Seasonal)
Airdrie Stud
06.2021 - Current
Volunteer
UK Equine-Hagyard Equine Hospital
03.2021 - 05.2021
Shadowing Student
Braelinn Animal Hospital
08.2020 - 08.2021
Equine Reproduction Veterinary Assistant
Alan R.Dorton, DVM
03.2020 - 07.2020
UK Equine Nutrition Research Study Volunteer
College of Agriculture-University of Kentucky
09.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager
The Burning Sands by Alicia
06.2016 - Current
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Equine Science and Management, Animal Science
University of Kentucky
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