Kaitlyn Lampe
Washington,MO
Summary
Outgoing and relationship-oriented licensed veterinary technician with hands-on equine experience and a passion for helping fellow horse owners find the right solutions for their animals. Combines an outgoing, professional demeanor with credibility in animal health, nutrition and daily farm operations. Thrives in people-facing roles, building long-term relationships through clear communication, trust, and follow-through.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Equine Research Technician
Purina Animal Nutrition
07.2024 - Current
- Care for ~80 horses including but not limited to: feeding, giving necessary medical attention, vaccinating, deworming, etc.
- Halter train and work on basic groundwork with young foals.
- Assist in all things regarding reproduction: artificial insemination, monitoring pregnancies, and assisting foaling.
- Maintain relationship and horse registrations with the American Quarter Horse Association.
- Represent the company professionally at VIPs and other customer oriented events
Veterinary Technician
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Asked to be the first on-site veterinary technician while maintaining my lead ranch assistant position.
- Kept track of all routine animal health care.
- Held training sessions for new and current employees on proper vaccination, wrapping, and wound care techniques.
- Kept track of medication inventory.
- Called veterinarians directly; made appointments, relayed information from the vets to the other management staff.
Lead Ranch Assistant
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored staff and volunteers.
- Carried out proper care of all animals, including horses, exotic cattle, sheep, goats, alpacas, pigs, chickens, ducks, and turkeys.
- Managed feeding, turnout, health care, and exercise protocols for 80+ equine.
- Assisted with vet appointments and weekly farrier days, including hauling animals to various vet clinics.
- Processed animal adoptions and surrenders.
- Assisted with large equine rescues.
Dental Assistant
Mark M. Tobben DDS
06.2016 - 01.2022
- Assisted with various dental procedures.
- Helped file and process patient records, payment statements, appointment reminders, etc.
- Carried out daily office cleaning tasks and inventory restocking.
Veterinary Technician Intern
Washington Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Patient and client intake.
- Refilled prescriptions and stocked inventory.
- Drug calculations
- Monitored patients during surgeries.
- Performed dental prophys on various canine patients.
- Kennel and general office cleaning.
- Answered phone calls and made appointments.
Education
Master’s of Veterinary Science -
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL12.2024
Integrated Animal Health Sciences Certificate - undefined
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2023
BSc - Agriculture/Veterinary Technologies
Murray State University
Murray, KY05.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Saint Francis Borgia Regional High School
Washington, MO05.2018
Skills
- Active listener
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Documentation and record keeping
- Positive, engaging personality
- Works well under pressure
- Animal health and husbandry, primarily equine
- Equine nutrition fundamentals
- Extensive behind the scenes knowledge of Purina products
Timeline
Equine Research Technician
Purina Animal Nutrition
07.2024 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
02.2024 - 07.2024
Lead Ranch Assistant
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch
06.2022 - 07.2024
Veterinary Technician Intern
Washington Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 07.2021
Dental Assistant
Mark M. Tobben DDS
06.2016 - 01.2022
Integrated Animal Health Sciences Certificate - undefined
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
BSc - Agriculture/Veterinary Technologies
Murray State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Saint Francis Borgia Regional High School
Master’s of Veterinary Science -
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign