Katherine Dodgson
Munster,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Shelter Veterinary Assistant
Humane Indiana
02.2023 - Current
- Managed communication between the medical staff and other departments, addressed problems, and delegated tasks.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Performed routine inventory to maintain an efficient working environment.
- Administered injections, oral and topical medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Shelter Veterinary Assistant
Humane Indiana
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured shelter population's overall health by identifying medical concerns and aiding in treatment.
- Routinely performed diagnostic testing such as fecal flotations, cytologies, and antigen testing.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- 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.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
COLBY COLLEGE
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted Dr. Leeann Sullivan; researched statements made by conservation organizations, assisted with writing paper.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
COMMUNITY ADVISOR
COLBY COLLEGE
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Helped to establish community norms and ground rules for open communication and responsible conduct.
- Coordinated special meetings and events to inform and engage tenants, resulting in improved relations and housing satisfaction.
WOLF PARK INTERN
COLBY COLLEGE
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Led visitors through park, assisted in training and daily animal husbandry.
KENNEL WORKER
MUNSTER ANIMAL HOSPITAL
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Ensured proper care of animals and engaged with customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
COLBY COLLEGE
Waterville, ME05.2022
Skills
- Emergency and Preventive Care
- Medical Record Keeping
- Vaccine and Medication Administration
- Parasite Control
- Laboratory Procedures
- Animal Handling
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in NVIVO
Accomplishments
- Credited as co-author on paper published in Environmental Justice Journal, "Justice Discourses in the Mainstream Environmental Movement, 30 Years After the Southwest Organizing Project Letter"
- Performed intensive treatment of severely ill animals, including fostering neonate patients until recovered, assisting with catheter placement and removal, administering subcutaneous injections, tube feeding, etc.
- Fear Free Certified
Hobbies and Interests
- Volunteering with Wolf Park
- Volleyball
- Reading & English
- Hiking with my dog
Timeline
Lead Shelter Veterinary Assistant
Humane Indiana
02.2023 - Current
Shelter Veterinary Assistant
Humane Indiana
06.2022 - 02.2023
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
COLBY COLLEGE
05.2021 - 05.2022
COMMUNITY ADVISOR
COLBY COLLEGE
08.2020 - 05.2022
WOLF PARK INTERN
COLBY COLLEGE
06.2020 - 08.2020
KENNEL WORKER
MUNSTER ANIMAL HOSPITAL
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
COLBY COLLEGE
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