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KATELYN PIKE

ALBERTVILLE,AL

Summary

Compassionate veterinary technician assistant with hands-on experience at Arab Veterinary Hospital, skilled in vaccine administration and patient restraint. Proven ability to enhance client relationships through effective communication and deliver exceptional care, ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners. Committed to maintaining high standards in animal health and safety.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary-technician Assistant

Arab Veterinary Hospital
02.2020 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care for animals during their stay at the clinic, creating a positive experience for both pets and owners.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Facilitated efficient appointment scheduling by handling phone calls, emails, and walk-in inquiries from clients.
  • Pulling blood, placing IV catheters and running blood work.
  • Set up for surgical procedures and ensure that each patient is cared for.

Dog Groomer

Sadies Dog House
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
  • Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the quality and consistency of grooming services provided.

Sales Associate

Pet Depot
01.2014 - 12.2018
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Cashier

McDonald's Restaurant
07.2012 - 01.2013
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.

Education

High School Diploma -

Albertville High School
Albertville, AL
05.2012

Associate of Science -

Northeast Alabama Community College
Rainsville, AL
08.2018

Associate in Applied Science Degree -

Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL
08.2025

Skills

  • Vaccine administration
  • Patient restraint
  • Grooming assistance
  • Client communication
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Animal behavior
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Specimen collection
  • Wound management
  • Veterinary terminology
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Euthanasia assistance
  • Emergency care
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Physical examinations
  • Surgical assistance
  • Dental prophylaxis
  • Urinalysis testing
  • Catheter placement
  • Animal handling
  • Anesthesia monitoring

Languages

English

Timeline

Veterinary-technician Assistant

Arab Veterinary Hospital
02.2020 - Current

Dog Groomer

Sadies Dog House
08.2019 - 02.2020

Sales Associate

Pet Depot
01.2014 - 12.2018

Cashier

McDonald's Restaurant
07.2012 - 01.2013

High School Diploma -

Albertville High School

Associate of Science -

Northeast Alabama Community College

Associate in Applied Science Degree -

Jefferson State Community College

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