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Emily Morse
Allentown,NJ
Summary
Dependable animal care technician with experience in laboratory, zoo, and pet care environments for 7+ years. Maintains order and composure when caring for multiple animals with diverse temperaments. Well-versed in caring for Reptiles, Amphibians, Invertebrates, Arthropods, Avian, Livestock, NHP's, Felines, Rodents and Canines. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory, organizing animal's diets, humane restraint, health monitoring and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer and animal satisfaction and driving overall operational improvements.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LabCorp Drug Development
Study Technician II
01.2023 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Collected blood samples using Jugular venipuncture, Lateral tail venipuncture, and collection via cannula
- Collected, documented, and reviewed data pertaining to animal observations, daily food intake, test material administration, and sample collections
- Recorded data accurately and submitted to online database within specified timeframes
- Collected pertinent study data and retrieved instruments for veterinarians during in-house surgical procedures.
- Provided administration of test articles via oral gavage, Intramuscular Injection, and Subcutaneous injection
- Worked with NHP, Rabbit, Rat, Mouse, swine and canine colonies
- Co-created successful enrichment program for small animal colonies
- Ensured that studies complied with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and regulatory agency guidelines
Adventure Aquarium
Educator and Traveling Camp Lead
05.2021 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention
- Assumed leadership roles in classes and summer activities
- Traveled to animal lovers across PA, NJ, and NY with animal ambassadors to educate and engage in conversations about conservation issues and encouraged them to take action to protect wildlife and their habitats
- Designed detailed lesson plans for weeklong camp programs with creative and educational activities
- Provided safe and proper learning environments for students and animal ambassadors
- Detailed important safety and classroom rules for attending students
- Created detailed training plans for animal ambassadors
Adventure Aquarium
Education and Animal Care Intern
08.2020 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Created and repaired enrichment materials
- Performed daily enclosure maintenance and routine cleaning
- Assembled and distributed daily animal diets
- Followed animal care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury
- Documented daily animal care and feeding data using online databases
- Collaborated with teachers to assist in zoom classroom programs
Greenleaf Pet Hotel
Dog Walker and Daycare Attendant
05.2017 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets
- Maintained clean and organized boarding areas to promote animal wellbeing
- Maintained and updated daily log of time spent with dogs, behavior, and fecal scoring
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases
- Maintained care of quarantined dogs with proper PPE
- Developed strong personal relationships and trust with dogs through vocal affirmations, petting, and pre-approved treats
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases
Education
Delaware Valley CollegeDoylestown, PA
Bachelor's degree from Zoo science
05.2022
University Overview
Relevant Coursework: Animals in The Public Eye, Wild Animals in Captivity, Animal Record Keeping Systems, Livestock Handling, Entomology, Herpetology, Animal Training and Enrichment, Photography, Small animal management, Information systems/Database analysis
Skills
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Animal Care
- Photography
- Venipuncture
- Surgical Assistant
- Compassion
- Adaptability
- Play-Based Learning
- Lesson Planning
- Program Leadership
- Data Entry
- Blood and Tissue Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
- Mathematical Calculations
- Equipment Calibration
Certification
- CPR Certification- June 2022 - June 2024
Timeline
Study Technician II
LabCorp Drug Development
01.2023 - 02.2024
Educator and Traveling Camp Lead
Adventure Aquarium
05.2021 - 11.2022
Education and Animal Care Intern
Adventure Aquarium
08.2020 - 05.2021
Dog Walker and Daycare Attendant
Greenleaf Pet Hotel
05.2017 - 12.2020
Delaware Valley College
Bachelor's degree from Zoo science