James Stubbs Jr.
Wildlife Rehabilitator Veterinary Technician
Groton,MA
Summary
Passionate licensed wildlife rehabilitator seeking a position within the board of directors for the Wildlife Rehabilitators Association of Massachusetts to aide in the betterment of wildlife rehabilitation standards and community outreach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Wildlife School for the Injured and Orphaned
06.2023 - Current
- Founded non-profit and increased animal cases by 350% within one year.
- Keep accurate and detailed patient records.
- Compliantly submit annual reporting to Mass Wildlife.
Wildlife Rehabilitator | Strategic Initiative Lead
Newhouse Wildlife Rescue
06.2023 - Current
- Triage new mammal patients, initiate stabilization, and sustained care to release.
- Expand scope of care to reptiles and amphibians through employee education.
- Consult with the general public regarding various wildlife situations.
- Perform the safe capture of various wildlife species in the field.
- Organize and Co-Host a wildlife focused podcast.
- Lead community outreach and educational initiatives, such as, hosting career nights, initiating a PR and supplemental revenue stream online merch store, and onboard and train community volunteers.
- Collaborated with out of state rehabilitation organizations to share best practices in advanced animal husbandry and discuss business planning.
Veterinary Technician
Bulger Veterinary Hospital
08.2020 - Current
- Provided Veterinary Technician coverage for Exotics, Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, Surgery, Radiology, Ophthalmology, and General Practice departments.
- Perform independent technician visits while supporting multiple doctor appointments concurrently.
Veterinary Technician
Reading Animal Clinic
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Responsible for execution of independent technician appointments, assisting doctors in complex visits and procedures, and performing sample preparations using microscopic, phlebotomy, and cytology techniques
- Developed and implemented 'Puppy Pack' given to each new patient to assist new pet parents to maintain high quality pet care
- Mentored and trained lesser experienced veterinary assistant, resulting in mentee promotion to veterinary technician
Veterinary Assistant
Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Help to maintain excellence in care for 15-20 pets in the Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Room during offhours through direct patient care, medication administration and monitoring, and facilities upkeep
- Trained in all routine veterinary assistant tasks within 3 months
- Completed all VetBloom Technician Level 1 and 50% of Technician Level 2 online continuing education modules.
Store Leader
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.
11.2013 - 04.2018
- High performing leader accountable for a team of 15-20 direct reports through roles of increasing responsibility
- Responsible for excellence in animal care, full-service grooming salon, and certified dog trainers
- Partnered with veterinarians to treat sick companion animal, fish, reptiles, and invertebrates
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
01-2026
Skills
Community Engagement
Prioritization
Phlebotomy and Intravenous Catheterization on multiple species
Fear Free Certified Practitioner
RECOVER BLS and ALS CPR Certified
Problem-solving
Flexible and adaptable
Calm under pressure
Excellent communication
Supervision and leadership
Timeline
Founder
Wildlife School for the Injured and Orphaned
06.2023 - Current
Wildlife Rehabilitator | Strategic Initiative Lead
Newhouse Wildlife Rescue
06.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Bulger Veterinary Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Reading Animal Clinic
09.2019 - 08.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital
04.2018 - 09.2019
Store Leader
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.
11.2013 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
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