Emily Whidden
New Castle,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented, animal-loving Kennel Manager/Vet Tech with 10 years of experience caring for animals. Recruited, hired and trained kennel technicians to provide clean, fun-loving environment for beloved pets. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Kennel Manager
Petland
04.2013 - Current
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Developed strong working relationships with management and executive team through effective scheduling and communication skills.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Determined required job seeker qualifications for potential interview by reviewing and evaluating resume and application information.
- Kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress.
- Increased animal health by designing detailed medication and exercise plans.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Vet Tech Institute
Pittsburgh12.2014
High School Diploma -
Crestview High School
Crestview, FL06.2012
Skills
Attention to detail
Hardworking
Organization
Leadership
Works well in fast paced environment
Reliable
Analytical
Management
Adaptability
Problem-solving
Flexibility
Punctual
Timeline
Regional Kennel Manager
Petland
04.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Vet Tech Institute
High School Diploma -
Crestview High School
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