Karla Garcia

Assist veterinarians with cattle vaccinations, including mixing certain vaccines and assuring right dosage and method are given to cattle. Duties also include dehorning, tagging, and vaccinating young calves. Aide veterinarians in breeding soundness exams and Trich testing for bulls. Record all incoming cattle to be sold at Dexter Livestock Commission, tasks include tagging all cattle, recording metal and ranch tags and place new back tags on cattle for identification purposes for the sale barn, brand inspectors and buyers.

• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
• Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly
• Kept up with vehicle inventory and incoming vehicles.
• Processed temporary tags and vehicle registrations for customers.

Prepared and sorted documents for data entry. Checked all documents for accuracy and made necessary changes. Stored completed documents in designated files. Prepared work orders for customers as requested. Input all routine and non-routine cards in computerized tracking system. Close all completed work cards in computerized tracking system. Maintain records of work cards issued to mechanics and leads.

Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information. Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed. Provided auto repair quotes to customers.

Contacted customers with appointments and updates on their vehicles. Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to enhance customer satisfaction. Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer. Ordered and picked up parts as needed. Contacted multiple auto parts stores to determine best prices for shop and customers.

Administered horse medication and necessary special care. Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming. Raked, mucked and swept stables. Fed, groomed and exercised horses daily. Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs. Maintained saddles, bridles and riding gear and helped fit items to specific horses. Observed animals and notified stable supervisor of any signs of illness.

Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms. Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices. Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals. Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs. Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations. Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep charge nurses informed of changes. Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.

Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.

Maintained equipment and ranch structures. Reported any property damage or concerns to supervisors and completed requested services to resolve. Assisted in birth of new livestock including pulling calves. Treatment minor horse injuries.

Operated backhoes, forklifts and skid steers on a regular basis. Inspected machinery, building, pens, yards, and fences for optimal efficiency and integrity. Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food. Used tractors, trucks, trailers, forklifts and various attachments to transport animals, feed and supplies necessary for smooth and efficient ranch operations.

Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.

Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines. Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs. Cleaned and sanitized animal areas, including managing laundry and collecting waste. Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming. Administered care for animals and reported signs of illness, disease, and injury to veterinarians.