Committed healthcare professional with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organization's mission and goals. Focused and driven, with diverse experience. Deeply passionate about animal welfare, and seeking to expand veterinary technician skills/obtain veterinary technician certificate.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Attendant
Heartland Animal Shelter
06.2023 - Current
Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care
Administered medications to animals
Assisted medical department with a variety of veterinary procedures including IV's, sedation monitoring, treatment for injuries and infections, etc. Assisted with vaccinating both dogs and cats, taking vitals, blood draws, and administering albuterol treatments
Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards
Maintained cleanliness of kennels, crates, animal care areas, and adhered to disinfection protocols
Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and employee health
Walked and exercised dogs
Promoted shelter in the online market as a member of the social media team
Provided customer care by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Operations Coordinator
Mobile Anesthesiologists of Chicago
07.2022 - 01.2023
Provided front-end operations assistance to staff, both in the office and clinically in the field
Served as an assistant in a multidisciplinary fashion for various departments to aid in achievement of organizational goals and objectives
Communicated with clients to ensure correct caseload and schedule
Recruited potential candidates in state and nationally, reviewed resumes, conducted interviews, initiated and processed onboarding, coordinated new-hire orientation
Managed staff supplies - scrubs, ID badges, iPads, and any other materials staff required to perform their duties
Managed job board postings via Indeed, Gaswork, Greenhouse, and other various platforms
Reviewed and approved timecards
Reviewed clinical schedule in order to mitigate overtime
Managed new-hire education and annual/ongoing education.
Managed daily operations of facility to ensure high levels of productivity
Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
Ensured that each resident received the necessary nursing, medical, and psycho-social services, to attain and maintain the highest possible mental and physical functional status, as defined by the comprehensive assessment and care plan
Operated within parameters of the approved budget to achieve census, revenues, and proper expense controls
Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads, and medical staff
Studied and interpreted various regulations and rights of the resident of the facility
Developed innovative strategies to establish best practices, promoting profitability
Aided various department managers in the development of company policies and procedures
Reported problem areas within departments and suggested ways to improve services
Facilitated and tracked communication between employees, departments, vendors and other stakeholders
Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning
Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Assistant Administrator
Dynamic Healthcare - Bridgeview Healthcare Center
07.2020 - 04.2021
Managed daily operations of facility to ensure high levels of productivity
Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
Ensured that each resident received the necessary nursing, medical, and psycho-social services, to attain and maintain the highest possible mental and physical functional status, as defined by the comprehensive assessment and care plan
Operated within parameters of the approved budget to achieve census, revenues, and proper expense controls
Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads, and medical staff
Studied and interpreted various regulations and rights of the resident of the facility
Developed innovative strategies to establish best practices, promoting profitability
Aided various department managers in the development of company policies and procedures
Reported problem areas within departments and suggested ways to improve services
Facilitated and tracked communication between employees, departments, vendors and other stakeholders
Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning
Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Corporate Medical Recruiter
Tutera Senior Living
07.2018 - 03.2020
Managed daily operations of facility to ensure high levels of productivity
Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
Ensured that each resident received the necessary nursing, medical, and psycho-social services, to attain and maintain the highest possible mental and physical functional status, as defined by the comprehensive assessment and care plan
Operated within parameters of the approved budget to achieve census, revenues, and proper expense controls
Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads, and medical staff
Studied and interpreted various regulations and rights of the resident of the facility
Developed innovative strategies to establish best practices, promoting profitability
Aided various department managers in the development of company policies and procedures
Reported problem areas within departments and suggested ways to improve services
Facilitated and tracked communication between employees, departments, vendors and other stakeholders
Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning
Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies
Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates
Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs
Maintained filing system of current, prospective, and future positions
Verified applicant references and employment details
Facilitated new-hire physicals, drug screens, and orientations.