Fawn DeRita
Coppell,TX
Summary
Solid background caring for diverse animals. Devoted to maintaining health and well-being. Meets diverse needs by closely observing animals and coordinating with owners or supervisors to optimize plans.
Making a positive difference in the lives of all creatures great and small.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Family Pet Clinic Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans; TNT, anal glands, ear cytology's, blood draws, etc...
- Set appointments.
- Loaded rooms for Vet- taking weight, temperature, inquiries as to health of pet; reasons for visit, to assist vet prior to her/him visiting with owner and patient; assisted during vet visit with owner and patient during exam.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
Kennel Technician
Greyhound Adoption League Of Texas
Carrollton,Tx, TX
10.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Cleaned/sanitized indoor and outdoor kennels, food bowls, water bowls, toys, beds, bedding, towels, kennel walkways, empty kennels, etc... on a daily basis.
- Enrichment walks and playtime for all dogs.
- Assisted volunteers during our TLC time.
- Monitored feces content for possible contaminants.
- All my duties are performed with great love for this valued institution and the greyhounds we serve and adore.
Kennel Technician
City Of Coppell
Coppell, TX
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection every day.
- Monitored safety and security of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards. Maintained Quarantine Animals.
- Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
- Administered proper meds, vacs and evaluations and assisted in euthanasia; I am current on my euthanasia certification; assisted in head shipments and cremations.
- Prepared proper paper work and kennels for transport to vet appointments; drove animals to and picked them up from vet. appointments.
- Reached out to multiple rescue groups to find proper placement for some animals.
- Worked the front desk on a daily basis to field calls to ACOs, aid residents, place registrations in PetPoint, aided meet & greets with potential adopters.
- Diligently worked with dogs on basic skills such as sit, leash training, down, easy treat mouth, socialization (when possible) every day.
- When able I would either take a pregnant dog home to give birth or assist her in the process at the shelter.
- Facilitated in adoptions.
- Volunteered in our community.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
Recreation Assistant
City Of Coppell
Coppell, TX
08.2011 - 04.2019
DeRita
- Set up facility areas with supplies, tables and chairs for planned activities and for our special events/rentals.
- Connected personally with residents and special events rentals to improve participation, enjoyment and special events.
- In charge of gaming activities such as Duplicate Bridge, Party Bridge, Texas Hold'em and would call our Bingo Games when needed.
- Worked front desk to field inquiries, registration for programs, memberships, answer queries, give tours.
- Prepared class format and content appropriate for type of class and level of participants on a weekly basis.
- Integrated social aspects into activities by encouraging partnerships and team-based participation in gaming and art projects.
- Supported Coppell residents by engaging each in fun, beneficial activities.
- Planned implemented, and taught programs to help participants enjoy creating art, meeting new friends and learning new joys.
- Created a T.R.A.P.S. (Texas Recreation and Parks Society) award winning program for our members, Knits Wits Fiber Arts Group, which is still growing and thriving. Bringing seniors with fiber arts skills together making hand made/hand sewn items to be donated to Parkland Hospital for Infants in Need and our local animal shelter needing animal beds.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX12.2009
Skills
- Clerical
- Microsoft Office
- PetPoint
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Animal Euthanasia Assistance
- Prescription Filling
- Animal Surgery
- Supply Ordering and Restocking
- Reminder Calls
- Animal Vaccinations
- Equipment Preparation
- Animal Restraining
- Routine Examinations
- Dental Procedures
- Reception Area Maintenance
- Laundry Duties
- Towel Folding
- Animal Waste Disposal
- Veterinary Standards and Procedures
- Microchip Administration
- Endotracheal Tubes
- Operating Room Preparations
Certification
Current on my Euthanasia Certification for the state of Texas.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Family Pet Clinic Of Grapevine
11.2021 - Current
Kennel Technician
Greyhound Adoption League Of Texas
10.2021 - Current
Kennel Technician
City Of Coppell
04.2019 - 10.2021
Recreation Assistant
City Of Coppell
08.2011 - 04.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Tarrant County College
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