Jennifer Clarke
Summary
Dedicated candidate with 15 years experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Petshotel Associate Lead
Petsmart
09.2015 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Delivered continuous focus and attention to lodged animals, promoting high level of care and oversight.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
Veterinary Assistant
Pasado's Spay Station
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating room, and surgical equipment.
- Prepared animals for spay and neuter procedures.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
03.2008 - 11.2011
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Collected fecal, urine & blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Veterinary Assisting
PIMA Medical Institute
Seattle, WA01.2007
Skills
- Animal Handling
- Pet Feeding and Care
- Animal Observation
- Animal Diagnostics
- Animal Restraining
- Patient Care Monitoring
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Client Satisfaction
Timeline
Petshotel Associate Lead
Petsmart
09.2015 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Pasado's Spay Station
03.2012 - 09.2015
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
03.2008 - 11.2011
Certificate of Completion - Veterinary Assisting
PIMA Medical Institute