Katrina Abrenica
Deptford
Summary
Dedicated Animal Care Technician with a proven track record at Scotland Run Nature Center, excelling in habitat maintenance and fostering kind customer engagement. Leveraged laboratory skills and animal handling expertise to enhance animal welfare and operational efficiency. Achieved high satisfaction ratings through exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Technician
Scotland Run Nature Center
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Ensured proper nutrition for various species by preparing specialized diets and feeding schedules.
- Collected, prepared and tested samples for water quality assessment of aquariums.
- Promoted a positive work environment among team members through open communication channels and consistent feedback sessions.
Instacart Shopper
Self-Employed
11.2021 - Current
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and being highly communicative with customers.
- Managed time effectively to complete multiple orders within tight deadlines, maximizing productivity and earnings.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when encountered with shopping issues.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills and critical thinking when handling unresponsive customers.
Turtle Research Assistant
The Wetlands Institute
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2026
Associate of Science - Marine Science
Rowan College of South Jersey
Sewell, NJ05-2024
Skills
- Data analysis and statistical modelling
- Proficiency in SPSS: Regressions, ANOVA/Chi-Square/T-tests, Frequency distributions, recoding and scaling data
- Laboratory skills
- Animal handling and enrichment
- Habitat maintenance
- Records management
- Kind customer engagement
- Sanitation protocols
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Animal Care Technician
Scotland Run Nature Center
11.2024 - Current
Turtle Research Assistant
The Wetlands Institute
09.2023 - 12.2023
Instacart Shopper
Self-Employed
11.2021 - Current
CPR Certification
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Rowan University
Associate of Science - Marine Science
Rowan College of South Jersey
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