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Holly McCarty

Las Cruces,NM

Summary

Compassionate animal and people lover known for high productivity with enthusiasm. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues. While, specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Sitter

Rover.com
Las Cruces, NM
08.2020 - Current
  • Provides enrichment activities for animals in their care.
  • Maintains accurate records of animal feeding schedules, medication administration and other relevant data.
  • Participates in training sessions on proper animal handling techniques.
  • Provided companionship to pets while their owners were away from home.
  • Gave basic obedience training to pets when requested by owners.
  • Instructed pet owners on proper techniques for feeding, grooming, bathing, exercising and disciplining their animals.

Vet Technician Assistant

Dessert Willow
Carlsbad, New Mexico
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining and treating animals.
  • Provided support for surgeries, including prepping the animal and the surgical area.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by a veterinarian.
  • Assisted with medical treatments such as wound cleaning, bandaging, splinting, and dental care.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival at the clinic; provided assistance with paperwork related to admissions or discharges.
  • Educated pet owners on proper nutrition, exercise habits, preventative healthcare measures.
  • Provided emotional support to pet owners facing difficult decisions regarding their pet's health care needs.

Zookeeper Intern

Spring River Zoo
Roswell, New Mexico
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Cleaned and maintained animal enclosures, including mopping floors, scrubbing walls, and replenishing bedding materials.
  • Assisted with the preparation of diets for farm/wild animals according to instructions from zookeepers and veterinarians.
  • Observed behavior of farm/wild animals in order to identify any health or behavioral concerns.
  • Provided enrichment activities for animals to stimulate natural behaviors.
  • Escorted visitors safely around exhibits while providing information about the animals.
  • Educated visitors on animal behavior, conservation efforts, and safety guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05-2025

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Honest and dependable
  • Critical thinking
  • Kinesthetic learning
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Empathy and patience
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Family involvement
  • Visual aids utilization
  • Interactive teaching and learning

Timeline

Animal Sitter

Rover.com
08.2020 - Current

Vet Technician Assistant

Dessert Willow
05.2020 - 08.2020

Zookeeper Intern

Spring River Zoo
11.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

New Mexico State University

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