Ja'Khia Jones
Summary
Motivated and experienced Animal Science graduate from North Carolina A&T State University with a focused pre-veterinary concentration, committed to pursuing veterinary school. With a background spanning both clinical and farm environments, I'm now dedicated to strengthening my hands-on animal care and technical skills. Eager to grow as both a compassionate caregiver and an adaptable leader in diverse veterinary settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Caretaker
Southern Oasis Pet Resort and Spa
08.2024 - 05.2025
Provided daily care, feeding, and exercise for pets in a boarding and spa facility; monitored pet behavior and health, promptly reporting concerns to management.
Veterinary Assistant
Upper Marlboro Veterinary Clinic
06.2024 - 07.2024
Assisted in veterinary procedures by observing surgeries, dental cleanings, and wellness exams; developed skills in animal restraint, monitoring, and post-operative care.
Dog Daycare Attendant
Playful Pack Daycare
04.2023 - 06.2023
Provided feeding, exercise, and attentive supervision for dogs in a daycare environment; ensured safety by closely monitoring group interactions and behavior.
Guest Service Representative
Target
05.2020 - 01.2023
Assisted guests by resolving any issues promptly and professionally to maintain a positive property reputation and high customer satisfaction rates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2025
Skills
- Companion and Farm Animal Handling
- Peer Mentoring & Leadership
- Excellent Teamwork & Communication Skills
- Creativity and Innovation
Extracurricular Leaderships
- Pre-Veterinary Medical Association, 2021–2024
- National Council of Negro Women, Membership Committee, 2021–2024
- Project Hygiene Haul, Community Outreach Chair, 2023
- Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program, Vice President, 2023
- Worthy Woman Bible Study, Event Coordinator, 2023–2024
Certification
Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine
- Center of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion, 2024
CITI Program
- Good Clinical Practice, 2025
- Animal Biosafety/Biosecurity, 2025
- Hazard Communication, 2025
- USDA Permits, 2025
- Aseptic Surgery, 2025
- Working with Dogs in Research Settings, 2025
- Working with Rats in Research Settings, 2025
- Working with Mice in Research Settings, 2025
Accomplishments
- Gamma Sigma Delta Agriculture Honors Society
- Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society
- Purdue Vet Up College Program 2024 Cohort Intern
- NCA&T Poultry Farm Unit Intern
- Thurgood Marshall Baxter STEM Scholar
- North Carolina A&T 1890 CAES Scholar
- North Carolina A&T New Student Orientation Leader
- Chancellor's & Dean's List (Fall 2021- Fall 2024)
- 150+ Volunteer Hours
Timeline
Animal Caretaker
Southern Oasis Pet Resort and Spa
08.2024 - 05.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Upper Marlboro Veterinary Clinic
06.2024 - 07.2024
Dog Daycare Attendant
Playful Pack Daycare
04.2023 - 06.2023
Guest Service Representative
Target
05.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
North Carolina A&T State University
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