GERIEL JENNINGS
Decatur,GA
Summary
To obtain employment with a company that has growth potential from within. To build a career with that company for a long-lasting relationship. To work with the care and treatment of animals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Animal Technician
Emory Primate Center
Atlanta, GA
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of animal housing areas to ensure compliance with institutional policies and federal regulations related to laboratory animal care standards.
- Ensured accurate data collection through meticulous record-keeping of daily animal observations and experimental results.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design effective study protocols that adhere to ethical guidelines while meeting research objectives.
- Provided high-quality care to laboratory animals by administering medications, monitoring health status, and performing routine husbandry tasks.
- Reduced stress levels in laboratory animals with proper handling techniques and environmental enrichment strategies.
- Trained new Laboratory Animal Technicians on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and best practices in animal care.
- Improved animal welfare by closely monitoring their behavior for signs of illness or discomfort and promptly reporting concerns to veterinarians.
Veterinary Receptionist
Thrive Vet Clinic
Decatur, GA
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Facilitated smooth daily operations by answering incoming calls, directing inquiries, and taking messages for veterinarians as needed.
- Provided compassionate support during difficult situations such as end-of-life decisions or emergency visits, establishing trust with clients.
- Maintained office and waiting room, keeping common areas clean and tidy.
Team Lead
Iwag Dog Care Facility
Decatur, Ga.
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Shift lead responsible for all team oversight and instruction during shift
- Train and mentor new employees
- Tech for dog kennel, daycare and boarding
- Care of Senior dogs and their health monitoring
- Prepare dog meals in accordance with dietary restrictions
- Handle dog adoption visits and family pairing
- Administer medications and assist veterinary staff as needed
- Promote dog socialization and basic command training
- Handle customer service calls and questions related to facility.
88H Cargo Specialist
United States Army Reserve
New Orleans, LA.
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Prepare supplies to be delivered to bases
- Load and unload supplies and equipment from ships and docs
- Operate and maintain all types of winches, cranes and forklifts
- Inspect, count and document cargo using data processing.
Education
Martin Luther King, Jr. High School
Lithonia, GADillard University
New Orleans, LASkills
- Animal Welfare Compliance
- Animal handling expertise
- Animal Nutrition Knowledge
- Time Management Capabilities
- Team collaboration abilities
- Animal behavior observation
- Animal restraint methods
- Animal Husbandry Practices
School honors
- College event planner and organizer
- FFA Bronze emblem award & development team for Greenhouse Conservation
- Beta Club
- National FFA Greenhand Certificate
Hobbies and Interests
- Animal assistance
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Exercising
- Reading
Community Service
- Knights of Peter Claver officer-prepared and distributed meals to the homeless
- Hunger Walk participant - Atlanta Community Food Bank
- Food Drive collections -Atlanta Community Food Bank
- St. Paul of the Cross Church-Usher, collector, Toiletries and cards to inmates
- Volunteering with Aware Wildlife center
Additional Information
Assistant laboratory animal technician (ALAT) certified
Completed 240 hour internship with Aware Wildlife Center
Completed 6 month Medical internship with Aware Wildlife Center
Timeline
Laboratory Animal Technician
Emory Primate Center
12.2022 - Current
Veterinary Receptionist
Thrive Vet Clinic
03.2022 - 12.2022
Team Lead
Iwag Dog Care Facility
10.2020 - 02.2022
88H Cargo Specialist
United States Army Reserve
05.2018 - 10.2021
Martin Luther King, Jr. High School
Dillard University