Keaton Crowder
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Hardworking North Carolina State University student with a focus in animal science. Passionate about all types of animals, with an interest in gaining experience with a diverse array of species. This is shown through experience at various animal hospitals as well as currently being a teaching assistant for a college level animal science class. Works very well with colleagues, and is interested in learning and gaining new skills through listening, observation, and hands-on experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assure Intern
Dr. Melissa Merrill
Raleigh, North Carolina
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted the Assure Research program to NC State students by presenting about the program during classes and club meetings
- Creating informative posters and presentations to inform possible recruits about the program
- Helped select students for the program by reading applications and resumes, and discussing them during a meeting
- Presenting my prior experience with the program to selected students and answering the questions they may have
NC State Assure Research Scholar
Dr. Melissa Merrill
Raleigh, North Carolina
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Attended an 8-week training course to learn information and skills needed for the research setting
- Worked in a research lab rotation for four weeks focusing on the swine digestive system and performed jobs such as blood draws, collecting swine mucosa samples, making buffers, selecting piglets for tests, and preparing the samples for testing
- Worked on a research project rotation for four weeks, then choosing to pursue this project over the summer that focused on how neonatal piglet colostrum intake affected their immunocrit levels. My jobs consisted of, collecting blood samples, observing and assisting sows with the farrowing process, observing piglet nursing habits, recording data, giving vaccinations, observing and recording boar semen data, clipping piglet needle teeth, and sorting data into organized graphs.
- Attending professional development and leadership workshops
- Visiting labs and other areas where animal science is prevalent
- Organizing the data from my summer research project into an informative poster, which I presented at a research symposium at NC State
Dog Training Intern
Sit Means Sit Apex
Apex, NC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Observed and performed dog training techniques under employee supervision
- Performed dog training techniques independently
- Performed mock one-on-one client lessons and interactions
- Taught dog training techniques to new employees and clients
- Assisted with company social media photography and videography
- Disinfected crates, bowls, training equipment, and training rooms
- Walked and cleaned up after dogs frequently
- Assisted with loading dogs into crates into cars for transportation
ANS 105 Teaching Assistant
Dr. Kimberly Ange-Van Heugten
Raleigh, NC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Observe professor led lectures
- Hold weekly office hours to provide assistance to students
- Respond to emails to effectively communicate with professor, students, and other teaching assistants
- Provide my own lecture by inviting a guest speaker and preparing and grading a coordinating assignment
- Prepare questions for worksheets, quizzes, and exams
- Grade worksheets, quizzes, and exams
- Coordinate review sessions for students prior to exams and prepare questions for them
- Proctor student exams
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant
LaCrosse Animal Hospital
LaCrosse, VA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and yards to maintain a safe and healthy environment for the animals.
- Groomed animals including brushing fur, trimming nails, cleaning ears, bathing and shampooing coats.
- Exercised animals on a regular basis in order to keep them physically fit and mentally stimulated.
- Provided emotional support to distressed or anxious pets through positive reinforcement techniques such as talking calmly or petting gently.
- Monitored animal health by observing behaviors and physical conditions, administering medications as prescribed by veterinarians, and alerting veterinary staff of any changes or concerns.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding animal care instructions while they are away.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork related to animal intake and outtake activities.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Fed and refreshed water for animals staying in kennels on regular eating schedules.
- Collected and documented animal weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites and skin scrapings.
- Ran bloodwork and reported the results back to the veterinarian
- Properly disposed of deceased animals
- Observed surgical procedures and assisted with minor surgical procedures
- Packed and mailed out coupons and newsletters for frequent customers
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant
Nature Veterinary Center
South Hill, VA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and yards to maintain a safe and healthy environment for the animals.
- Exercised animals on a regular basis in order to keep them physically fit and mentally stimulated.
- Provided emotional support to distressed or anxious pets through positive reinforcement techniques such as talking calmly or petting gently.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Collected and documented animal weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Counted and packaged medications
- Observed surgical procedures
Kennel Assistant
Allied Animal Hospital
Richmond , VA
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and yards to maintain a safe and healthy environment for the animals.
- Exercised animals on a regular basis in order to keep them physically fit and mentally stimulated.
- Provided emotional support to distressed or anxious pets through positive reinforcement techniques such as talking calmly or petting gently.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Fed and refreshed water for animals staying in kennels on regular eating schedules.
- Washed and disinfected animals' food and water bowls each day.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05.2026
High School Diploma -
Dinwiddie High School
Dinwiddie, VA06.2022
Skills
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Organization
- Time-Management
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Proper Sanitization of veterinary equipment
- Appointment Scheduling
Certification
- [Beef Quality Assurance Certification] Training - [2022]
Timeline
Assure Intern
Dr. Melissa Merrill
08.2024 - Current
NC State Assure Research Scholar
Dr. Melissa Merrill
02.2024 - 07.2024
Dog Training Intern
Sit Means Sit Apex
01.2024 - 05.2024
ANS 105 Teaching Assistant
Dr. Kimberly Ange-Van Heugten
08.2023 - 12.2023
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant
LaCrosse Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Assistant
Nature Veterinary Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Kennel Assistant
Allied Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
North Carolina State University
High School Diploma -
Dinwiddie High School
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