EVELYN TAYLOR
Matthews,NC
Summary
Dedicated veterinary professional with strong expertise in animal welfare and clinical support. Skilled in assisting with medical procedures and maintaining patient records, while fostering collaboration within diverse teams. Adept in research, time management, and critical thinking, contributing to effective client communication and animal handling. Committed to delivering proactive and results-oriented care in high-energy environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Smoothie King
Stallings, NC
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Guided customers in product selection and ordering process to enhance their experience.
- Delivered customer service support to resolve issues and ensure satisfaction.
- Received, processed, and stocked merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Streamlined organization of inventory shelves for easy access and efficient stock maintenance.
Kennel Technician
Animal Care Hospital Of Matthews
Matthews, NC
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered daily care and monitoring of animals by feeding, watering, cleaning cages, and administering medications to ensure their health and well-being.
- Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures such as vaccinations.
- Monitored animals for signs of illness or distress and reported to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured cleanliness of kennels through regular sanitizing and disinfecting protocols.
- Observed animals for signs of illness or distress and promptly reported findings to supervisor to facilitate timely intervention.
- Performed minor grooming services such as brushing fur coats and trimming nails.
- Guided customers on effective pet care techniques to enhance their understanding and improve animal welfare.
- Managed laundry tasks to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
Research Lab Intern
Yewande Fasina, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Greensboro, NC
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with team members to refine protocols and improve experimental procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of research materials and equipment for laboratory experiments.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues through effective collaboration on various projects.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
Veterinary Assistant
Mint Hill Animal Hospital
Mint Hill, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and vaccines under veterinary supervision, enhancing patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded health data for accurate medical records.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures, ensuring animal comfort and safety.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care, promoting healthy practices and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve clinic efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms and surgical areas to uphold sanitary standards.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Education
BBA - Animal Science
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC06-2027
High School Diploma -
Porter Ridge High School
Indian Trail, NCSkills
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Animal restraint techniques
- Diagnostic imaging
- Sanitation protocols
- Animal welfare standards
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Lab safety protocols
- Chemical handling
- Cell culture techniques
Certification
Veterinary Assistant Certification CVA Level One
Timeline
Research Lab Intern
Yewande Fasina, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
03.2025 - 05.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Mint Hill Animal Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Kennel Technician
Animal Care Hospital Of Matthews
11.2022 - 08.2023
Team Member
Smoothie King
05.2022 - 10.2023
BBA - Animal Science
North Carolina A&T State University
High School Diploma -
Porter Ridge High School