Kaylee Perkins
St. Johns,Florida
Summary
Compassionate pre-veterinary student with hands-on experience in animal care, including fostering and rescue of medically complex, pregnant, and neonatal cases. Proficient in animal handling, illness recognition, and maintaining safe environments. Seeking Veterinary Assistant position to enhance clinical skills and support patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Grooming Assistant
All Tails Pet Spa
St. Johns, Fl
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Bathed and groomed multiple animals each shift to ensure cleanliness and comfort.
- Observed pets during grooming for any signs of distress or discomfort.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for animals and staff.
- Assisted in bathing, brushing, and drying dogs to enhance their appearance and well-being.
- Handled dogs safely during grooming appointments to ensure comfort and security.
Babysitter
Private Family
St. Johns, Florida
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Regularly communicated with parents to ensure alignment on children's daily activities and needs.
- Ensured a clean and safe environment for children, promoting their well-being and comfort.
- Cared for children of various ages, assisting with feeding, dressing, and facilitating daily activities.
Barista
Ellianos Coffee
St. Johns, Florida
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Engaged with customers to deliver exceptional service and tailored beverage recommendations, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient operations during peak hours.
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies in a timely manner, supporting uninterrupted service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering (Biological & Pharmaceutical)
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA04-2026
Skills
- Animal handling (dogs, cats, reptiles, rodents, rabbits)
- Animal restraint techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Animal health monitoring
- Animal Behavior Understanding
- Experience with medically complex and neonatal animals
- Animal anatomy
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Process optimization
- Patience and empathy
Relevant Animal Experience
Animal Foster Caregiver
San Diego & St. Johns / Jacksonville Area | 2016–Present
- Fostered a wide range of animals including dogs, cats, rodents, and reptiles
- Provided care for medically complex animals, including those requiring close monitoring and recovery support
- Assisted with care of pregnant animals and neonatal litters, ensuring proper feeding, hygiene, and development
- Monitored animals for signs of illness and behavioral changes and responded appropriately
- Maintained clean, safe environments to support recovery and prevent disease spread
Humane Society Volunteer – Foster Department
Jacksonville Humane Society | 2022-2024
- Assisted in the care and monitoring of sick and recovering animals in a structured shelter environment
- Supported feeding, cleaning, and basic medical care under supervision
- Helped prepare animals for foster placement and adoption
Timeline
Dog Grooming Assistant
All Tails Pet Spa
09.2024 - 12.2024
Barista
Ellianos Coffee
05.2024 - 10.2024
Babysitter
Private Family
05.2022 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering (Biological & Pharmaceutical)
University of Southern California