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Kelly  Connell

Kelly Connell

Claymont,DE

Summary

  • Experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician and driver with over 27 years of experience in animal and auto industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. I would be a great team member eager to help any animal in need and happy to learn from coworkers.
  • Transportation professional dedicated to delivering packages on time and in perfect condition. Offering excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver

DP Keller
Wilmington , DE
10.2007 - 09.2022
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Winbak Farm
Chesapeake City , MD
04.2004 - 10.2012
  • Artificially inseminated race horses and followed up with ultra sounds to confirm the mares pregnancy
  • I delivered foals and monitored both mare and foal therafter
  • Maintained daily progress records, Drug Enforcement Administration logs and routine records.
  • Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as needed
  • My responsibilities included check ups and treatment plans for over 3000 horses on a 3600 acre farm, (on call 24/7 on site)
  • I was to contact off site veterinarian for any needed assistance with any procedures or situations
  • I made all treatment plans for assistants to follow
  • I had to maintain vaccines and vaccine records
  • Any emergency I would respond immediately and treat and stabilize, notification of veterinarian would occur if assistance needed
  • Report daily on all daily activities and make round with veterinarian

Head Bartender

Murphs Irish Pub
Wilmington , DE
01.1997 - 06.2005
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
  • Developed great customer service skills and promoting skills
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Veterinary Technician

Wincrest Animal Hospital
Wilmington , DE
01.1999 - 04.2005
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Emergency medicine, treatment, stabilization

Veterinary Technician

VCA Hospitals
Newark, DE
10.1994 - 10.2000
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
  • Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
  • Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
  • Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with Job title.
  • Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
  • Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with Type parasitic infections and applied specific medications for itch relief.

Sales Clerk/Animal Caretaker

J&D Pets/Pet Village
Wilmington , DE
01.1992 - 12.1995
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks in appealing, organized arrangements to drive sales.
  • Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
  • Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
  • Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases.
  • Cleaned Fish Tanks and cages so animals could thrive
  • Kept the animals fed healthy diets on each of their schedules
  • Cared for fish, reptiles, birds, dogs, cats and kittens and found them loving homes
  • Took in and cared for any wildlife/domestic babies not weened yet from their mothers

Gas Attendant / Parts Girl

Connells Gulf
Wilmington , DE
01.1991 - 09.1994

Full service gas pump attendantChecked all fluids, tire pressure, cleaned windows and offered any needed services which I could carry out myself

  • Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
  • Ordered parts and returned cores for mechanics on duty
  • Answered phones and greeted customers

Education

Veterinary Technician -

On The Job Training
Wilmington Animal Hospital

Veterinary Assistance - Veterinary Technology

Harcum College
Bryn Mawr, PA

Diploma - General Studies

Brandywine High School
Wilmington, DE
06.1995

Skills

  • Driving and Transportation
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Confidentiality Understanding
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Time Management
  • Heavy Lifting/Animal Restraint
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Vehicle Inspection/maintenance
  • Maintenance and Repairs
  • Passenger Vans / Horse Trailers

Skills

  • Wound Dressing and Suturing
  • Medical Triage
  • Compassionate Care
  • Physical Examinations
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Thoracic and Abdominal Radiographraphy
  • Dietary Needs
  • Animal Health
  • Anesthesia Administration
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Euthanasia Assistance
  • Vital Sign Assessment
  • Closed-Chest CPR
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Animal Interaction
  • IV Fluid Administration
  • Animal Restraining
  • Post-Surgical Monitoring
  • Treatment and Research Records
  • Standard Transmission
  • Basic Math Skills
  • Auto and Engine Repair
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ultrasound Examination
  • Service Dispatching
  • Dependability and Honesty
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Handling Difficult Customers
  • Bar Operations and Logistics
  • Cash Handling and Management

Timeline

Driver

DP Keller
10.2007 - 09.2022

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Winbak Farm
04.2004 - 10.2012

Veterinary Technician

Wincrest Animal Hospital
01.1999 - 04.2005

Head Bartender

Murphs Irish Pub
01.1997 - 06.2005

Veterinary Technician

VCA Hospitals
10.1994 - 10.2000

Sales Clerk/Animal Caretaker

J&D Pets/Pet Village
01.1992 - 12.1995

Gas Attendant / Parts Girl

Connells Gulf
01.1991 - 09.1994

Veterinary Technician -

On The Job Training

Veterinary Assistance - Veterinary Technology

Harcum College

Diploma - General Studies

Brandywine High School
Kelly Connell