Kelli Kaczmarek
Troy,MI
Summary
Reliable Animal Care Technician with several years of volunteer experience. Highly knowledgeable in animal behavior, nutrition, and health conditions. Competent in communicating with owners and interacting with animals. Seeking position in empathy-oriented work environment.
Determined Animal Care Technician with experience in busy environments. Well-versed in animal behavior as well as animal welfare regulations. Seeking position in team-oriented and professional work environment.
Enthusiastic animal care professional successful at managing various responsibilities in fast-paced settings. Offers well-developed skills in organization, time management and relationship-building. Calm in crises with skills to reassure owners and provide urgent care.
Compassionate professional in animal healthcare, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in medication administration, sample collection, and patient monitoring. Excel at communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring optimal care and support in fast-paced environments.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Hairdresser
Self employed
Troy, MI
1997.06 - Current
- Consulted with clients to determine desired hairstyles and services.
- Performed hair cutting, coloring, and styling techniques for diverse clientele.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and tools.
HR Assistant
Muffin Holdings
Troy, MI
2022.01 - 2026.02
- Assisted in recruiting and onboarding new employees for diverse positions.
- Maintained employee records and updated HR databases regularly.
- Coordinated training sessions and workshops for staff development initiatives.
- Processed and organized billing invoices for timely customer distribution.
- Maintained accurate records of customer accounts and payment histories.
- Updated payment information in the billing system to ensure data accuracy.
- Managed customer accounts and updated records as needed.
Veterinary Technician
LaFond Anomal Clinic
Detroit, Michigan
2019.01 - 2020.06
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures.
- Monitored animal patients post-surgery for recovery and vital signs.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to a variety of animals.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms and surgical areas.
- Collected samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Educated pet owners on proper care and preventive health measures.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment efficiently.
- Trained new staff on clinic protocols and animal handling techniques.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
Education
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Michigan College of Beauty
Troy, MI 1995.06 - 1997.06
Skills
- Client consultation
- Animal care
- Medical record keeping
- Pet education
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to change
- Staff training
- Adoption counseling
- Pet grooming
- Animal observation
- Animal transport
- Adoption procedures
- Animal fostering
- Animal training
- Animal enrichment
- Kennel care
- Cleaning kennels
- Animal handling
- Adoption events
- Animal feeding
- Compassionate communication
- Disease prevention
- Behavioral observation
- Animal transportation
Affiliations
- I have been in animal welfare for over 20 years.
- I was a lead volunteer at one of the shelters that I volunteered at.
- I work with rescues typically within 50 miles of Troy but have traveled further for the perfect adopter or for rescue placement.
- I have experience in assessing dogs for behavior issues that may end up in behavioral euthanasia after every avenue is sought.
- I have no fear of animals which can be a blessing and a curse.
- My empathy for animals is substantial. Nobody has ever worried about me doing the right thing, getting the job done or not trying everything. I’m skilled in body language and choose to not put myself or anyone else in harms way.
Timeline
HR Assistant
Muffin Holdings
2022.01 - 2026.02
Veterinary Technician
LaFond Anomal Clinic
2019.01 - 2020.06
Hairdresser
Self employed
1997.06 - Current
Cosmetology License - Cosmetology
Michigan College of Beauty
1995.06 - 1997.06