Keyonna Rankins
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and animal welfare, I leveraged expert problem-solving and documentation management skills at SoBran Inc. to elevate care standards. Known for reliability and multitasking, I significantly improved customer satisfaction and team training methodologies, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and soft skills essential for high-stakes environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Facility Specialist
SoBran Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Provide oversight and supervision of cagewash staff, to include scheduling assignments and ensuring tasks are completed as directed.
- Oversee cagewash equipment monitoring and accompanying documentation.
- Assist in oversight of husbandry staff in the absence of the area supervisor, ensuring that all required functions are carried out appropriately.
- Assist with animal care and husbandry duties.
- Assist with training according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Provide assistance with procedures, clinical support or other veterinarian directed treatments.
- Provide information as needed to maintain adequate supply inventories (chemicals, food, bedding, etc.)
- Perform QC duties related to meeting requirements of supported areas and as directed.
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Technician
VCA Midtown Animal Hospital
06.2010 - Current
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Maintaining medical records.
• Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients.
• Filling prescriptions. - Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Improved patient care with diligent follow-up calls to assess recovery of animals post-treatment.
Animal Care Technician 2
SoBran Inc.
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Ensured proper nutrition for various species by preparing specialized diets and feeding schedules.
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Receive, examine, transfer, identify, and properly house incoming animal shipments according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Provide food and water to animals following SOPs or approved protocols.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
Cage Wash Technician
SoBran Inc.
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and company guidelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient wash services.
- Clean and sanitize animal caging and accessory equipment.
- Dispose of waste from facility following appropriate Standard Operating Procedure(SOPs).
- Perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance on the cage washer and autoclaves, including checking and cleaning filters.
- Prepare and submit required cagewash records, chart, logs, and inventories as requested.
- Assist in sanitation and decontamination in all areas of the facility.
- Provide guidance to my cagewash team in the day-to-day operation and assisted in training new employee.
Lead Cage Wash Technician/Cage Wash Technician
Charles River Laboratories
07.2016 - 06.2020
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and company guidelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient wash services.
- Clean and sanitize animal caging and accessory equipment.
- Dispose of waste from facility following appropriate Standard Operating Procedure(SOPs).
- Perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance on the cage washer and autoclaves, including checking and cleaning filters.
- Prepare and submit required cagewash records, chart, logs, and inventories as requested.
- Assist in sanitation and decontamination in all areas of the facility.
- Provide guidance to my cagewash team in the day-to-day operation and assisted in training new employee.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Dekalb Technical College
Clarkston, GA09-2003
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Expert Problem Solving
- Documentation Management
- Quality Assurance
- Proficient in Microsoft software
- Self Motivation
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Timeline
Animal Facility Specialist
SoBran Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Animal Care Technician 2
SoBran Inc.
10.2020 - 04.2023
Cage Wash Technician
SoBran Inc.
06.2020 - 10.2020
Lead Cage Wash Technician/Cage Wash Technician
Charles River Laboratories
07.2016 - 06.2020
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Technician
VCA Midtown Animal Hospital
06.2010 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Dekalb Technical College
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