Kimber Somers
Granite Falls,NC
Summary
Compassionate Animal Care Attendant recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in animal handling, nutrition, and health monitoring, ensuring optimal care for animals in diverse environments. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, leveraging these soft skills to provide exceptional animal care and support team objectives.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Attendant
Viewmont Animal Hospital
Hickory, North Carolina
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and treatments of various animals.
- Administered medications prescribed by the veterinarian according to established protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations involving injured or distressed animals.
- Observed and documented animal behavior, reporting significant changes to the veterinary team for timely interventions.
- Administered nutrition and established feeding schedules to ensure optimal health for pets in care.
- Engaged with pet owners to provide updates on their animals' well-being.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health, diet, and medical treatments.
- Cleaned and sanitized animal enclosures to maintain a healthy environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of kennels, runs, pens and yards to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Facilitated play activities with dogs and cats to enhance mental stimulation and reduce stress.
- Facilitated play activities with dogs and cats to enhance mental stimulation and reduce stress. to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
- Organized supplies and equipment for daily operations at the animal hospital.
Education
South Caldwell High School
Hudson, NC08-2026
Skills
- Animal care
- Emergency response
- Record keeping
- Cleaning protocols
- Client communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Dependability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Animal Care Attendant
Viewmont Animal Hospital
03.2025 - Current
South Caldwell High School