Kathryn Byram
Sausalito,CA
Summary
Dedicated individual with emergency medicine and animal science related experience working in a hospital and field setting. Highly driven and enthusiactic, seeking opportunity to learn and lend knowledge.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Hospitals
Mill Valley, California
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgeries to ensure animal safety.
- Managed patient records using veterinary software for accurate documentation and data entry.
- Communicated with pet owners about care instructions and treatment plans effectively.
- Provided compassionate care during patient recovery to support emotional well-being.
Team Leader Marin Search and Rescue
Marin County Sheriffs Office
San Rafael, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Volunteer with Marin County Search and Rescue, searching for missing people in the wilderness and urban settings all over California
- Get paged out at any hour of the day-rain or shine to locate personnel in distress, get them to safety, and provide necessary medical care
- Devoted to putting in time and many hours of training to serve and help those within my community
Ocean Lifeguard
National Parks Service
Stinson Beach, CA
06.2020 - 09.2024
- Responded promptly to emergencies on beach and in water, administered first aid and CPR and coordinated hospital transportation.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills, certified in First Aid/CPR/Oxygen and EMT level care to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Conducted patrols and monitored beach conditions to identify safety hazards and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.
- Educated swimmers on water safety rules and regulations.
Veterinary Assistant
Terra Linda Veterinary Hospital
San Rafael, CA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
Kennel Technician
Park-a-pup Kennels
Novato, CA
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Coordinated timely, appropriate animal transfers with shelters, rescue organizations and animal centers.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Led basic obedience training with dogs to promote positive, healthy behaviors.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
Retail Sales Associate
Accents
Novato, CA
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Utilized upselling techniques to promote additional products and increase sales.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Lifeguard
Osher Marin JCC
San Rafael, CA
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
- Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations, and policies to ensure the safety of patrons
Education
Associate of Science - Animal Science
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medical Technician
National Outdoor Leadership School
Lander, WY06.2022
High School Diploma -
Novato High School
Novato, CA06.2018
Skills
- Oral and Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Compassion
- Emergency Medical Care (EMT level)
- Detail Oriented
- Composed
- Volunteer
- Driven
- Hardworking
Certification
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certified
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- Adult/Child/Infant AED/Airway Management
- Epinephrine Auto-Injector
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First-Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen
- PADI Scuba Dive Certified
- United States Lifeguard Association Certified Member
- Animal Technical Rescue Certified
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Hospitals
12.2024 - Current
Team Leader Marin Search and Rescue
Marin County Sheriffs Office
05.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Terra Linda Veterinary Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2022
Kennel Technician
Park-a-pup Kennels
11.2021 - 01.2022
Retail Sales Associate
Accents
11.2020 - 04.2021
Ocean Lifeguard
National Parks Service
06.2020 - 09.2024
Lifeguard
Osher Marin JCC
06.2017 - 09.2019
Associate of Science - Animal Science
Santa Rosa Junior College
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medical Technician
National Outdoor Leadership School
High School Diploma -
Novato High School