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Jennifer I. Richardson

Flemington,MO

Summary

Proven customer service expert adept in managing high-stress situations with empathy and professionalism. Skilled in veterinary software, excels in team collaboration, and has a track record of enhancing client satisfaction. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in canine and feline care. Extensive cash-handling experience.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

CSR

Overland Park Veterinary Emergency Specialty
02.2024 - Current

First point-of-contact for pet-owners, accurate gathering of client information, manage high call volume, maintain professional demeanor during emotional situations, provide comfort & empathy to pet parents, effectively multitasking in a sometimes fast-paced environment.

CSR, Veterinary Assistant

Hidden Valley Animal Hospital
08.2022 - 02.2024

Provided compassionate care for dogs and cats during treatments and routine preventative appointments, enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with exams and diagnostic procedures, assisted in administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensured accuracy of medical records, facilitated efficient inventory management, cleaned and disinfected exam rooms, surgical equipment and kennels.

CSR

Bannister Veterinary Clinic
01.2022 - 08.2022

Developed strong relationships with clients by showing eagerness to help, demonstrated active listening fostering client loyalty, answered constant flow of client calls with minimal wait times, compassionate animal and client care, went above and beyond with clinic tasks without prompting.

Canine Caregiver, Grooming Apprentice

Collar Club
03.2020 - 01.2022

Handled and cared for dogs with care and kindness, supervised large groups of dogs in dayplay, stepped in when canine quarrels occurred, provided fresh water at regular intervals, cleaned and disinfected boarding kennels, maintained boarding dogs feeding and medication administration schedules, bathed and trimmed nails on multiple dogs on a daily basis, performed basic grooming tasks.

Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician

University of Kansas Medical Center
10.2011 - 12.2019

Carefully handled rodents in lab environment, animal husbandry, perfomed cage changes, feedings and monitored health of animals daily, improved laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment, minimized potential contamination risks with regular sanitation of lab surfaces and equipment, ensured adherence to protocols by following standard operating procedures and regulations.

Veterinary Assistant

Union Hill Animal Hospital
06.2008 - 10.2011

Assisted Dr. Maxwell in providing timely care to patients through effective communication, managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted clients and their pets, provided support during difficult situations such as end-of-life decisions, contributed to clinic's growth by maintaing a high standard of care and service to the communities pet owners.

Teller

San Angelo National Bank
08.2004 - 03.2006

Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow, disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers, balanced cash drawers daily, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions as needed, processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times, effortlessly maintained friendly and helpful demeanor to customers always.

Teller

Bank of America
11.1997 - 11.2003

Balanced cash drawer as well as branch vault daily, promoted a welcoming atmosphere in the branch by greeting customers warmly upon arrival and addressing them by name when possible, answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history and services charges, contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, courteousness, and a strong work ethic.

Education

No Degree - General Studies

Metropolitan Community Colleges
Kansas City, MO

High School Diploma -

William Chrisman High School
Independence, MO
05-1995

Skills

    Customer service champion

    Efficient and reliable

    Works well with others

    Proficient in several veterinary software programs

    Experienced in training

    Canine and feline medication administration including vaccine injections

    Dog and cat restraint

    Kitten and puppy bottle feeding

    Feline and canine nail trims

    Clerical accuracy

    Keen eye for detail

Timeline

CSR

Overland Park Veterinary Emergency Specialty
02.2024 - Current

CSR, Veterinary Assistant

Hidden Valley Animal Hospital
08.2022 - 02.2024

CSR

Bannister Veterinary Clinic
01.2022 - 08.2022

Canine Caregiver, Grooming Apprentice

Collar Club
03.2020 - 01.2022

Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician

University of Kansas Medical Center
10.2011 - 12.2019

Veterinary Assistant

Union Hill Animal Hospital
06.2008 - 10.2011

Teller

San Angelo National Bank
08.2004 - 03.2006

Teller

Bank of America
11.1997 - 11.2003

No Degree - General Studies

Metropolitan Community Colleges

High School Diploma -

William Chrisman High School
Jennifer I. Richardson