Erin Bensinger
Kennel Technician Manager
Wylie,TX
Summary
Aspiring Veterinary Student with interests in mixed animal practice, animal nutrition and cardiology. Bachelors in Animal Science with an emphasis in Pre-Veterinary Medicine. Involved in several leadership positions with a passion for helping others. Currently working as Kennel Technician Manager while assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with daily tasks around the hospital such as restraint, collecting medical samples and other treatments.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Manager
Wylie Veterinary Hospital
Wylie, TX
05.2017 - Current
- Assisted technicians and veterinarians with patients during medical treatments and exams.
- Monitored patients before and after surgical procedures and recorded vitals.
- Assisted technicians with pre-op anesthetization.
- Fed, walked, and cared for hospitalized patients.
- Sanitized and maintained kennel area and entire hospital.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet’s pre- and post-scare.
- Administered vaccines and fill prescription under veterinarian’s instructions.
- Answered phones and scheduled appointments.
- Coordinated schedules and discussed efficiency of kennel with practice manager as well as interviewed and trained new kennel technicians.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Oversaw care and medication of patients during temporary hospital stays.
Shadowing Student
Trail Pet Animal Hospital
Dallas, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Shadowed Dr. Jeffery Suh in private veterinary hospital.
- Engaged in taking patient history from owners during consultations and created medical treatment plans.
- Observed ovariohysterectomy, orchiectomy, Tibial-plateau-leveling osteotomy, dentals and other minor procedures.
- Observed x-rays, bloodwork chemistries, and ultrasounds.
- Expanded knowledge and practiced basic techniques on medical dummies such as blood draws, catheter placements, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- Communicated effectively with veterinary staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
Residential Leader/ Residential Assistant
Tarleton State Residence Life
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Created a community within hallway of freshman that promoted a healthy lifestyle both physically and mentally.
- Performed several administrative duties, including room transfers, incident reports and maintenance requests.
- Worked with staff to plan events and programs in residence hall.
- Worked along side Police department, on campus clinic and maintenance crew to provide residence with clean and safe residence halls.
- Gave tours of campus and residence halls to parents and students.
- Managed variety of timelines and multiple projects.
Treasurer
Tarleton's Pre-Veterinary Medical Association
Stephenville, TX
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate and current.
- Recorded organization dues collected along with active members statuses.
- Worked alongside other officers, advisor, and members to put on events and participate in volunteer opportunities.
- Oversaw career and job Q&As' to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable advice to students with academic or personal concerns.
Laboratory Assistant/ Teaching Assistant
Tarleton State Univeristy
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Assisted students in General Chemistry laboratory instruction.
- Assisted and supervised students during experiments under lab instructor and professor.
- Communicated with students and assisted with concepts and mathematics that accompanied labs.
- Assisted lab instructors and professors with grading lab papers and projects.
- Communicated frequently with professors and students regarding grades and assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Animal Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX 01.2016 - 01.2020
Skills
Time Management
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Shadowing Student
Trail Pet Animal Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Treasurer
Tarleton's Pre-Veterinary Medical Association
06.2019 - 05.2020
Residential Leader/ Residential Assistant
Tarleton State Residence Life
01.2019 - 01.2020
Kennel Manager
Wylie Veterinary Hospital
05.2017 - Current
Laboratory Assistant/ Teaching Assistant
Tarleton State Univeristy
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Animal Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Tarleton State University
01.2016 - 01.2020
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