Desiree Taylor
Loranger,LA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Hickory Small Animal Hospital
06.2019 - Current
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Performed testing and completed blood counts.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Waitress
Lee's Diner
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
Waitress
Shane's Rib Shack
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Loranger High School
Loranger, LA05.2017
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Hickory Small Animal Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Waitress
Lee's Diner
01.2019 - 06.2019
Waitress
Shane's Rib Shack
02.2018 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Loranger High School
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