Motivated employee with exceptional ambition and attention to detail, known for being industrious and kind. Talented in working with others, from the perspective of both co-workers and customer service. Excellent in utilizing time and organization through articulation and positivity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
St. Francis Animal Hospital
Durham, NC
02.2024 - Current
Provided reassurance to pets and owners in distress or worry
Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
Barn Manager
Stonewood Farms
Clarkston, Michigan
07.2021 - 02.2024
Oversaw the teaching and education of young rider to ensure safety of child and horse.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving horses such as colic or injury.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Participated in grounds upkeep and pasture maintenance.
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Communicated effectively with owners regarding their horse's progress or medical needs.
Upheld and improved ongoing training and physical development of all usable horses
Coordinated activities between farriers, veterinarians, trainers and other professionals involved in providing services to horses at the facility.
Maintained highly hygienic environment by cleaning stalls, routinely cleaning floors and walls.
Veterinary Assistant
Bennett's Creek Veterinary Care
Suffolk , VA
11.2020 - 07.2021
Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
Documented and tracked treatment activities.
Advised clients on animal care, nutrition and behavior problems.
Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
Delivered attentive, courteous service to promote overall patron satisfaction.
Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
Horse Wrangler/Office Assistant
McGinnis Meadows Guest and Cattle Ranch
Libby, MT
05.2019 - 07.2020
Inspected horses for signs of illness or injury.
Taught and oversaw the riding of weekly guests (children and adults) and seasonal interns to ranch while riding horses and working with cattle.
Assisted in all office work: preparing weekly guest orientation material, answering guest emails, inquiries and questions.
Maintained safety standards for all riding participants.
Communicated efficiently with all members of staff to ensure success of cattle drive and trail rides through mountains.
Participated in the care and upkeep of approx. 100 horses
Oversaw the health of approx. 200 head of steer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organismal Biology
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
05-2019
Skills
No physical limitations
Industrious Worker
Project Planning
Interpersonal Communication
Positive Team-member
Schedule Management
Articulate and Prepared
Exceptional Customer Service
Work Enthusiasm and Loyalty
Excessive Punctuality
Compassionate
Accomplishments
Horsemanship Intern at McGinnis Meadows Guest and Cattle Ranch summers of 2017 and 2018
Certification
CPR Certification 2023
Affiliations
Volunteer for Park and Trail service, The Mariner's Museum and Noland Trail, Newport News, VA, 2019
Volunteer choir member, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Waterford, MI 2023