Enthusiastic animal care enthusiast successful at managing various responsibilities in fast-paced settings. Offers well-developed skills in multi-tasking, time management and relationship-building. Skillful in animal handling with both large and small animals. Calm in crises with skills to reassure owners and provide urgent care. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand my skills in the veterinary field seeking to grow within this career.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kennel Technician Manager
K9 Country Club and Kitty Spa
08.2023 - Current
Supervised the daily operations of kennel staff, providing guidance and support.
Ensured animal safety protocols were followed, including proper cleaning and sanitization techniques.
Maintained accurate records of all animals in the facility, ensuring vaccinations were up-to-date.
Performed routine inspections of the facility to identify maintenance needs or health concerns.
Provided medical care for sick or injured animals under direction from a veterinarian.
Conducted interviews with prospective Kennel Technician applicants to assess qualifications.
Coordinated with veterinarians regarding animal health issues or treatments needed.
Provided feedback on animal behavior observations while interacting with customers.
Fed and refreshed water for animals staying in kennels on regular eating schedules.
Oversaw new intakes by assigning kennels and managing quarantines.
Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
Cleaned living areas to provide healthy environment for boarded animals.
Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet's condition.
Treated superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Administered medications to animals.
Assessed animals for injury and illness.
Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
Raising Dairy Goats
Facciano Dairy Goats
07.2019 - Current
Feeding and caring for my dairy goats daily
Assessing herd health daily in each individual goat
Ensuring Animal environment is clean and well-kept
Performing veterinary care if needed (vaccinations, administering medications/supplements, blood draws, etc.)
Employee Training Coordinator
Facciano HVAC and Sheet Metal
Santa Rosa, CA
09.2022 - 08.2023
Organized, scheduled and tracked employee training sessions.
Provided feedback on employee progress during training sessions.
Maintained records of all completed employee trainings.
Documented and maintained training records and database of related curriculum materials.
Raising Sheep
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2020 - 08.2023
Spent my summers ensuring my lambs were market ready
Feeding, washing, and exercising lambs daily
Assessing the health of my lambs daily
Performing veterinary care if necessary
Shadowing Student
Laguna Veterinary Hospital
Sebastopol, CA
07.2015 - 07.2015
Observed veterinarians, techniciancs, and other professionals in a variety of clinical settings.
Gained insight into the daily operations of a veterinary clinic environment.
Shadowed staff to observe diagnostic techniques and treatments used for patients.
Veterinary Sciences Class
Santa Rosa High School
In my Junior year of high school, I took a Veterinary sciences class where I learned th basics of animal care and was introduced to the basics of medicine and clinical practices.
Animal Anatomy Classes
Santa Rosa High School
Through FFA, I took animal anatomy my senior year. In this class I learned all of the animal systems of both small animals and large animals. I was also taught about different breeds of animals, basics of nutrition and diseases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santa Rosa High School
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2022
Skills
Relationship Building
Detail-Oriented
Reliable & Trustworthy
Good Work Ethic
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Team Building
Certification
Currently enrolled through Penn Fosters Veterinary Technician schooling
Timeline
Kennel Technician Manager
K9 Country Club and Kitty Spa
08.2023 - Current
Employee Training Coordinator
Facciano HVAC and Sheet Metal
09.2022 - 08.2023
Raising Sheep
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
08.2020 - 08.2023
Raising Dairy Goats
Facciano Dairy Goats
07.2019 - Current
Shadowing Student
Laguna Veterinary Hospital
07.2015 - 07.2015
Veterinary Sciences Class
Santa Rosa High School
Animal Anatomy Classes
Santa Rosa High School
High School Diploma -
Santa Rosa High School
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