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Elena Rios

La Jolla,CA

Summary

Motivated pre-veterinary student seeking an entry-level Vet assistant or Kennel attendant position. Experienced with basic animal handling, coming from shelter environments. Eager to learn clinical skills while providing support to veterinary teams.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Elk Grove Animal Shelter
Elk Grove , CA
12.2022 - 08.2025
  • Cleaned animal kennels to ensure healthy living conditions for animals
  • Fed animals according to shelter schedule or specialized diet
  • Ensured animals would partake in enrichment activities
  • Maintained cleanliness of laundry and dishes to support overall hygiene
  • Assisted in organizing shelter spaces to enhance efficiency and accessibility
  • Refilled animal rooms with supplies
  • Worked with and fed the rabbits

Equine

Animal Handling Exposure
Davis, California

One-day hands-on training

  • Learned basic house handling along with safety protocols
  • Practiced leading, haltering, and grooming
  • Learned and observed equine behavior and body language

Small Business

Depop
, CA
05.2025 - Current

• Sourced and selected all inventory, manage pricing, and order fulfillment independently

• Maintain active communications with buyers

• Consistent 5 star review

• Handles packages and shipping deadlines

(Highschool)

Animal Welfare Club
Elk Grove, CA
08.2023 - 05.2025

-Lead a small group of kids to support local shelter

-Advocated for animal rights

-Managed and directed club

Education

Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA
06.2029

Skills

  • Animal handling (basic restraint)
  • Kennel cleaning
  • Maintaining Feeding and Care routines
  • Task prioritization
  • Fast learner
  • Follows instructions precisely
  • Team work

Timeline

Small Business

Depop
05.2025 - Current

(Highschool)

Animal Welfare Club
08.2023 - 05.2025

Volunteer

Elk Grove Animal Shelter
12.2022 - 08.2025

Equine

Animal Handling Exposure

Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology

University of California, San Diego
Elena Rios