Responded to 15 calls per day pertaining to animal control issues in local communities.
Collected evidence for court prosecutions related to animal treatment.
Provided safe transport of animals to shelters or veterinary facilities for medical treatment.
Documented all activities in computerized records management system.
Maintained detailed reports on captured animals, including species, breed, color, sex and age.
Educated pet owners on responsible pet ownership practices such as spay and neuter programs and proper vaccination protocols.
Issued citations for violations of municipal ordinances relating to animal control.
Advised citizens on wildlife issues such as raccoon removal or bat infestations.
Maintained files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.
Veterinary Technician
Hayes Equine
Denison, TX
08.2019 - 10.2020
Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgical packs for autoclave sterilization.
Prepared and labeled medications, and informed client of administration techniques.
Assisted veterinarian with treatment of wounds, vaccination, and surgical procedures.
Assisted with physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
This was part-time work when I relocated across the country.
Receptionist
Van Alstyne Vet Clinic
Van Alstyne, TX
01.2020 - 07.2020
Organized and updated schedules and monthly calendar obligations for various levels of management and staff.
Coordinated and communicated with clients daily to gather pertinent information.
Managed multiple phone lines.
Left to do animal control.
Assistant Barn Manager
Bode Valley Farm
Marion, MI
08.2011 - 07.2016
Ordered supplies and tracked inventory.
Delivered basic medical care.
Monitored nutrition and medical needs of 30-60 dairy replacement heifers from the birthing process to eight weeks of age.
Left due to change of farm ownership and worked on my family farm part-time while my kids were still at home.
Calf Raiser
Autumn Vista Dairy
McBain, MI
07.1988 - 10.1999
Maintained detailed inventories of animal food and supplies.
Maintained detailed protocols of treatments and vaccination programs.
Fed and watered calves according to schedule.
Left to be a stay at home mom.
Education
Phlebotomy Certification - Certification in Phlebotomy
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX
12.2022
High School Diploma -
Northern Michigan Christian School
McBain, MI
06.1987
Skills
Customer service excellence
Written and verbal communication
I have held other jobs that required customer service, such as Braum's Market However, each of the jobs listed required a lot of dealing with customers and the public, on a daily basis I feel it is my strongest attribute
Timeline
Animal Control Officer
City of Sherman
08.2020 - 05.2021
Receptionist
Van Alstyne Vet Clinic
01.2020 - 07.2020
Veterinary Technician
Hayes Equine
08.2019 - 10.2020
Assistant Barn Manager
Bode Valley Farm
08.2011 - 07.2016
Calf Raiser
Autumn Vista Dairy
07.1988 - 10.1999
Phlebotomy Certification - Certification in Phlebotomy