JENNA MARIE BENTON
Addison,NY
Summary
Professional with hands-on experience in collaborative environments, prepared to contribute to project success. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting dynamic team needs. Exhibits strong organizational abilities and effective communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Pleasant Valley Veterinary Care
Elkland, PA
05.2024 - Current
- Positioned a animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Intern With the Horse Farm Improvement Program
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Livingston County
Mt. Morris, NY
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Accessed horse farms in Upstate New York where feedback was provided to improve practices.
- Analyzed data sheets, feedback forms, and research papers to provide updated references.
- Gained hands-on experiences with horses and farms, increasing knowledge of large animals.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during farm visits which led to increased understanding among the farm owner regarding goals and objectives of the program.
Shadowing/Intern
Pleasant Valley Veterinary Care
Elkland, PA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with fulfilling prescriptions and preparing vaccines alongside veterinary technicians
- Observed surgeries and daily appointments for small animal veterinary care
Hostess
Texas Roadhouse
Horseheads, NY
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Seated customers, organized seating charts, and took phone calls from customers
- Worked with others to complete tasks
- Communicated with customers to ensure a good experience
Standard Employee
Dunkin Donuts
Erwin, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed customer service by serving customers and taking orders
- Made beverages and food for the customer
- Learned multi-tasking and time management skills by balancing customers in the store and in the drive-thru
Groundskeeper
Addison Central School District
Addison, NY
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintained facilities of the school district by mowing and weeding
- Worked with fellow student employees to finish jobs together
Intern
Young Hickory Veterinary Clinic
Troupsburg, NY
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Observed procedures on small animals and learned surgery procedures
- Assisted with animal care after surgery alongside a licensed veterinarian
Education
Bachelors - Animal Science
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY06.2026
High School Diploma -
Addison High School
Addison, NY06.2022
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Research and analysis
- Interpersonal and social skills
Objective
Cornell University graduate with veterinary shadowing and clinical experience, aiming to become a mixed animal veterinarian and ultimately bridge the gap between client and patient care through strong communication and problem-solving.
Animal Experience
- Shadowing/Intern, Pleasant Valley Veterinary Care, Elkland, PA, 06/23, 08/23, Assisted with fulfilling prescriptions and preparing vaccines alongside veterinary technicians, Observed surgeries and daily appointments for small animal veterinary care.
- Intern, Young Hickory Veterinary Clinic, Troupsburg, NY, 12/21, 02/22, Observed procedures on small animals and learned surgery procedures, Assisted with animal care after surgery alongside a licensed veterinarian
- Gained hands-on experience through Cornell University undergraduate classes with large animal handling, artificial insemination of dairy cattle, and equine management practices.
- Grew up on a dairy farm where I managed calves and was an operational aspect of the dairy daily
Timeline
Intern With the Horse Farm Improvement Program
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Livingston County
06.2025 - 09.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Pleasant Valley Veterinary Care
05.2024 - Current
Shadowing/Intern
Pleasant Valley Veterinary Care
06.2023 - 08.2023
Hostess
Texas Roadhouse
05.2023 - 08.2023
Standard Employee
Dunkin Donuts
06.2022 - 08.2022
Intern
Young Hickory Veterinary Clinic
12.2021 - 02.2022
Groundskeeper
Addison Central School District
07.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Addison High School
Bachelors - Animal Science
Cornell University