Dakota Morgan
Phoenix,AZ
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Volunteer
Phoenix Herpetological Society
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2020 - Current
- Responsible for assisting keepers with daily husbandry and rehabilitation for 3,000+ animals including a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals.
- Responsible for exhibit maintenance, pump maintenance, safety checks, and water chemistry tests.
- Responsible for assisting the venom manager with research on local rattlesnake populations including tagging, tracking, data entry, and report creation.
- Responsible for rattlesnake removal calls for public citizens, as well as education on rattlesnake safety and conservation.
Emergency Animal Medical Technician (EAMT)
Arizona Humane Society
Phoenix, AZ
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Completed extensive documentation of case history, behavior observations, and medical assessments in shelter software.
- Responded to, investigated, and followed up on animal cruelty complaints. Collected evidence, took photographs and video, scanned in relevant records, and provided thorough documentation in shelter software.
- Prepared formal reports for police departments and prosecutors.
- Performed physical exams, triage, and stabilization of animals. education and certifications.
- Euthanized animals in a safe and humane manner.
- Completed officer training as required, including continuing education and certifications.
- Performed physical exams, triage, and stabilization of animals.
- Safely performed complex rescues of animals stuck in life threatening situations such as in attics, walls, engines, drains, and trees.
- Testified in court for civil seizure and criminal proceedings.
Veterinary Assistant
Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed in-hospital lab testing and prepared specimens for reference labs.
- Performed in-hospital lab testing and prepared specimens for reference labs.
- Took radiographs – processed rads, demonstrated proper positioning techniques.
- Dispensed and administered medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Administered fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian; used and maintained IV pump.
- Assured that monitoring and support equipment such as anesthetic machines, cardiac monitors, scopes and breathing apparatus are in good working condition.
Animal Care Technician
Integrative Veterinary Oncology
Phoenix, AZ
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted daily in-house husbandry, medical, and behavior rounds.
- Assisted with surgical prep, monitored vitals, assisted with surgeries, post op monitoring, vaccinations, animal restraint, blood draws, lab tests, and radiographs.
Grounds Quality
Arizona Center For Nature Conservation
Phoenix, AZ
10.2017 - 07.2020
- Cleaned and maintained zoological grounds by cleaning litter, pathways, and public areas.
- Monitored suspicious activity/behavior and reporting it to park rangers.
- Answered guests questions and concerns.
- Performed set up and tear down of Zoo/ACNC events and meeting facilities; moves tables, chairs, heaters, etc.
Field Volunteer
Arizona Museum of Natural History
Mesa, AZ
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Examined multiple sites to collect data on new biological specimens and prehistoric habitats.
- Provided technical support to colleagues working on similar projects within the lab environment.
- Monitored environmental conditions during examinations to ensure accuracy of results.
- Assisted in prepping specimen for excavation and transport.
Museum Lab Volunteer
Arizona Museum of Natural History
Mesa, AZ
03.2013 - 12.2014
- Organized and labeled lab specimens for analysis.
- Operated sophisticated lab equipment to analyze samples.
- Assisted with research projects by collecting data, analyzing results, and preparing reports.
- Reviewed scientific literature to stay current on developments in relevant fields of study.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab glassware, instruments, and work surfaces.
- Processed biological specimens using appropriate techniques according to protocols established by researchers.
Education
Associate of Science - Sustainability Studies
Mesa Community College
Mesa05.2026
High School Diploma -
Greenway High School
Phoenix, AZ05.2015
Timeline
Emergency Animal Medical Technician (EAMT)
Arizona Humane Society
02.2022 - 09.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital
05.2021 - 11.2022
Animal Care Volunteer
Phoenix Herpetological Society
08.2020 - Current
Animal Care Technician
Integrative Veterinary Oncology
07.2020 - 05.2021
Grounds Quality
Arizona Center For Nature Conservation
10.2017 - 07.2020
Field Volunteer
Arizona Museum of Natural History
09.2014 - 12.2014
Museum Lab Volunteer
Arizona Museum of Natural History
03.2013 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - Sustainability Studies
Mesa Community College
High School Diploma -
Greenway High School
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