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Education
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Professsional References
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Gregory Malek-Jones

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Successful Veterinary Nurse with significant expertise in species-appropriate nutrition, Eastern and Western veterinary medicine, anesthesia, and surgery. Proven history of building strong rapport with animal owners and veterinary colleagues to deliver seamless pet care and foster exceptional service. Demonstrates superior customer service skills and a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of small animal nutrition, veterinary medicine, and operational efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Company Manager & Director of Nutrition Education

Holistic For Pets
Sarasota & Bradenton, Florida
09.2022 - Current

• Provided one on one nutrition consulting with animals for their dietary & medical needs.

• Liaison to local veterinarians and their patients.

• Train all staff in all brand trainings, customer education protocols and medical disease dietary management

• Manage all the buying of product & brand education to store owners and guidance on what to offer clients (food, treats, toys & accessories) for the store on a weekly basis.

• Attend all traid shows, Las Vegas, Orlando for all pet product knowledge and store offerings.

• Control cash drawer, banking and all LLC requirements for the business.

• Develop team communications and information for meetings.

GP Veterinary Nurse & Emergency Triage

Veterinary Medical Center At Lakewood Ranch
Bradenton, Florida
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Surgery & GP, anesthesia monitoring, general practice nursing.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Triaged incoming Emergency Room patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.

Veterinary Nurse & Nutrition Specialist

Sarasota Animal Medical Center
Sarasota, FL
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Managed medical intervention and nutrition therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarians.
  • Surgery & GP, anesthesia monitoring, general practice nursing.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best nutrition practices.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Organized and planned medical nutrition therapy for patients.

Veterinary Nurse & Surgery

American Animal Hospital
Randolph Township, NJ
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Assisted veterinary surgeon in surgeries, monitored patients under general anesthesia.
  • Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
  • Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
  • Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture.
  • Cared for animals pre-surgery, including administering anesthetics.

Veterinary Nurse

Longevity Veterinary Center
05.2018 - 01.2021
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Regular use of Bemer, Laser, Biophotonic Therapy, Ozone Therapy, Fecal Transplants.
  • Educated Clients on Acupuncture and Chiropractic Modalities.
  • Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition.
  • Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
  • Surgery, Anesthesia monitoring
  • Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
  • Performed frequent dental cleanings.
  • Interacted with clients regarding animal health, nutrition/dietary education, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.

Founder & Director of Nutrition Education

THEO Pet Grocery
Montclair, New Jersey
03.2019 - 04.2021

• Provided one on one nutrition consulting with animals for their dietary & medical needs.

• Liaison to local veterinarians and their patients.

• Manage all the buying of product (food, treats, toys & accessories) for the store on a weekly basis.

• Control cash drawer, banking and all LLC requirements for the business.

• Develop team communications and information for meetings.

Co-Founder & Director Of Nutrition Education

Lukas & Berube Healthy Pet Markets
Montclair, Summit, New Providence & Hoboken, NJ
12.2017 - 05.2021

Co-Owner & Director of Nutrition Education

• Provided in person customer service on a daily basis to customers.

• Liaison to local veterinarians and their patients.

• Manage all the buying of product (food, treats, toys & accessories) for the store on a weekly basis.

• Control cash drawer, banking and all LLC requirements for the business.

• Develop team communications and information for meetings.

Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Medical Center Of Caldwell
05.2015 - 05.2017

• Processed new patients and updated client records with key information.

• Scheduled annual checkup appointments, consultations and surgery visits for various animals, including dogs, cats.

• Provided exemplary customer service to owners by answering animal health questions and educating about positive animal care practices.

Education

Certifiction - Small Animal Natural Nutrition

College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies
Queensland, Australia
05-2027

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

Ashworth College - CVT Program
Norcross, GA
01.2024

Certification, Fear Free Veterinary Professional -

Fear Free Veterinary Professional
Denver, CO
03.2022

Certification, Veterinary Ozone Therapy -

O3 Vets - Ozone Therapy
Tampa, FL
03.2022

TCVM For The Veterinary Technician - Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine

Chi University
Reddick, FL
06.2022

Certificate, Wild Health Nutrition (Course #1701) - Dr. Barbara Royal, Dr. Karen Becker

Royal Animal Health University
San Luis Obispo, CA
2017

Certification, Advanced Canine Nutrition -

Dogs Naturally University, Marion Smart, DVM
Chicago, IL
2017

Certification, Pet Food Nutrition Specialist -

Dogs Naturally University, Marion Smart, DVM
Chicago, IL
2016

Certificate, Veterinary Aromatic Medicine -

Dr. Melissa Shelton, DVM
Aberdeen, NC
2018

High School Diploma - undefined

Professional Performing Arts School
New York, NY
2008

School of American Ballet
New York, NY

Skills

  • Venipuncture (All locations)
  • IV Cannulation Placement, Dog & Cat (Cephalic Vein, Lateral Saphenous Vein, Medial Saphenous)
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Dog & Cat)
  • Emergency Drug Administration
  • General Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Cystocentesis
  • Radiographs
  • Restraint
  • Medication Administration (PO, IV, IM, SQ)
  • Fluid Administration (IV, SQ)
  • Canine and feline intubation
  • Ear Cleaning, Ear Sample Collection
  • Dietary/Nutrition Knowledge, Holistic Medicine Knowledge/Procedures
  • Lab Operations
  • TPR Monitoring

Professsional References

Dr. Anne Luther, DVM

Sarasota Animal Medical Center

Sarasota, Florida, USA

(941) 961-7394

Dr. Michele Arculli, DVM

American Animal Hospital

Randolph, New Jersey, USA

(201) 303-7776

Dr. Bethany Howe, DVM

Hawkins Animal Hospital & Wellness Center

New York, NY, USA

(516) 509-5021

Dr. Melissa Shelton, DVM

Creator, animalEO Essential Oils for Animals

Howard Lake, Minnesota, USA

(612) 636-8038

Accomplishments

    National Industry Speaker:

    - Pets + Magazine, Wellness Summit, Industry Panelist (Nutrition)

    September 2019 Chicago, Illinios, USA

    - Pet Connections Expo, Industry Panelist (Nutrition)

    October 2019 Edison, New Jersey, USA

    - Lukas & Berube Healthy Pet Summit, Speaker with Dr. Karen Becker, Dr. Melissa Shelton, Dr. Judy Morgan, Dr. Gerald Buchoff, Dr. Laurie Coger

    October 2018, Montclair, New Jersey, USA

    Awards:

    - Gold Winner: Best of Essex, "Suburban Essex Magazine" 2018

Affiliations

- AHVMA, American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association

Member since June 2017

Timeline

Company Manager & Director of Nutrition Education

Holistic For Pets
09.2022 - Current

GP Veterinary Nurse & Emergency Triage

Veterinary Medical Center At Lakewood Ranch
06.2022 - 12.2023

Veterinary Nurse & Nutrition Specialist

Sarasota Animal Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2023

Veterinary Nurse & Surgery

American Animal Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2021

Founder & Director of Nutrition Education

THEO Pet Grocery
03.2019 - 04.2021

Veterinary Nurse

Longevity Veterinary Center
05.2018 - 01.2021

Co-Founder & Director Of Nutrition Education

Lukas & Berube Healthy Pet Markets
12.2017 - 05.2021

Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Medical Center Of Caldwell
05.2015 - 05.2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Professional Performing Arts School

Certifiction - Small Animal Natural Nutrition

College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

Ashworth College - CVT Program

Certification, Fear Free Veterinary Professional -

Fear Free Veterinary Professional

Certification, Veterinary Ozone Therapy -

O3 Vets - Ozone Therapy

TCVM For The Veterinary Technician - Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine

Chi University

Certificate, Wild Health Nutrition (Course #1701) - Dr. Barbara Royal, Dr. Karen Becker

Royal Animal Health University

Certification, Advanced Canine Nutrition -

Dogs Naturally University, Marion Smart, DVM

Certification, Pet Food Nutrition Specialist -

Dogs Naturally University, Marion Smart, DVM

Certificate, Veterinary Aromatic Medicine -

Dr. Melissa Shelton, DVM

School of American Ballet