Personable and reliable individual with passion for animal care and knack for creating positive environment. Knowledgeable about basic animal health and welfare, with skills in handling animals and assisting with medical procedures. Committed to contributing to well-being of animals and supporting veterinary staff in delivering excellent care.
Work History
NICU Assistant
2 Months
Nature's Nursery | 2026.04 - Current
Provide neonatal care for orphaned wildlife including rabbits, squirrels, and opossums.
Perform tube and bottle feeding, monitor weights, maintain incubators, provide enrichment, and maintain sanitation.
Veterinary Assistant
2 Years 2 Months
Toledo Humane Society | 2024.04 - Current
Assist veterinarians with examinations and treatments for dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Perform venipuncture, subcutaneous fluid administration, vaccine administration, restraint, nail trims, and syringe feeding.
Conduct urinalysis, fecal flotation, fecal cytology, and ear cytology.
Assist with radiographs, oxygen therapy, and nebulizer treatments.
Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate findings to veterinarians.
Provide daily husbandry including feeding, cleaning, and bathing.
Seasonal Steel Worker
3 Months
Worthington Steel | 2023.05 - 2023.08
Operated industrial equipment while maintaining strict safety standards.
Assisted with maintenance, organization, and emergency preparedness.
Livestock Caretaker
5 Months
University of Findlay | 2022.08 - 2023.01
Assisted with vaccinations, hoof trimming, haltering, tail docking, dehorning, needle teeth reduction, and castrations under DVM supervision.
Performed feeding, watering, health monitoring, and husbandry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science (Pre-Veterinary)
University of Findlay | 2027-05
Expected Graduation: May 2027
Skills
Venipuncture
Animal restraint
Radiography
Vaccine administration
Subcutaneous fluids
Urinalysis
Fecal flotation
Cytology
Medication administration
Patient monitoring
Livestock handling
Medical records
Biosecurity
Leadership
Communication
Teamwork
Time Management
Adaptability
Problem Solving
Compassionate Care
Timeline
NICU Assistant
Nature's Nursery
2026.04 - CurrentRead More
Veterinary Assistant
Toledo Humane Society
2024.04 - CurrentRead More
Seasonal Steel Worker
Worthington Steel
2023.05 - 2023.08Read More
Livestock Caretaker
University of Findlay
2022.08 - 2023.01Read More
University of Findlay
Bachelor of Science from Animal Science (Pre-Veterinary)