Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
San Diego Humane Society Project Wildlife
01.2023 - Current
Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.
Maintained detailed records of animal care and feeding schedules to track animal care and history.
Provided humane care of wild animals.
Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
Documented animals' weight, size, and condition in the computer system for review by senior staff.
Volunteer
San Diego Farm Animal Rescue
05.2022 - Current
Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
Maintained patient charts by documenting information to reflect updated health issues and most recent medical treatment.
Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.
Retail Team Lead
Target
05.2002 - 05.2022
Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
Education
Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
SDSU Global Campus
San Diego, CA
03.2023
Certificate - All Breed Dog And Cat Grooming
California School of Dog Grooming
San Marcos, CA
06.1998
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Yuba City, CA
06.1993
Skills
Client Education
Clean Kennels
Patient Care Plans
Animal Restraining
Timeline
Volunteer
San Diego Humane Society Project Wildlife
01.2023 - Current
Volunteer
San Diego Farm Animal Rescue
05.2022 - Current
Retail Team Lead
Target
05.2002 - 05.2022
Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
SDSU Global Campus
Certificate - All Breed Dog And Cat Grooming
California School of Dog Grooming
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
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