Emma Kallio
Brookings,SD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Kennel Staff at Hawk Creek Animal Shelter, skilled in animal handling and sanitation procedures. Enhanced animal welfare through effective medication administration and a commitment to cleanliness. Fostered teamwork and a positive environment, ensuring safety and well-being for all animals in care.
Developed skills in high-paced animal care environment, including effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Demonstrates ability to adapt quickly, manage responsibilities, and ensure safety and cleanliness. Seeking to transition into new field, applying transferable skills to contribute to dynamic team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Staff
Hawk Creek Animal Shelter
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Ensured animal safety with proper handling techniques and adherence to facility guidelines.
- Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
- Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular playtime.
- Gave medications to animals as needed.
- Maintained sanitary conditions for animals by cleaning living spaces and cages according to [State] health code guidelines.
- Promoted a safe environment for both employees and animals by consistently following established workplace safety protocols.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by embracing teamwork, demonstrating flexibility in daily tasks, and supporting colleagues in their responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Pharmacy
SDSU
Brookings05-2027
Associate of Science - Health And Sciences Broad Field
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN05-2025
Skills
- Patience and perseverance
- Sanitation procedures
- Sanitation
- Animal grooming
- Animal handling expertise
- Feeding and nutrition
- Physically strong
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Medication administration
Languages
French
Elementary
Timeline
Kennel Staff
Hawk Creek Animal Shelter
09.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Pharmacy
SDSU
Associate of Science - Health And Sciences Broad Field
Ridgewater College
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