Kori Mccarty
Peyton,CO
Summary
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.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer or client a positive and memorable experience.
Driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Tender Care Veterinary Center
Falcon, CO
12.2022 - 01.2025
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Examined animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Delivered attentive, courteous service to promote overall patron satisfaction.
- Ordered medication refills when needed.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
Lead Cashier
Falcon Liquor Outlet
Peyton, CO
02.2019 - 01.2022
- Addressed customer complaints promptly while remaining professional in challenging situations.
- Assisted with training new cashiers in departmental operations and procedures.
- Performed side duties such as cleaning or organizing shelves when time permitted.
- Handled escalated customer service issues professionally and courteously.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
- Responsible for opening and closing registers accurately according to established procedures.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Made change on ash register, handling payments by cash, credit, debit and personal checks.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Performed opening and closing procedures including counting cash drawers and preparing deposits.
Education
Veterinary Assistant Certificate - Veterinary Medicine
Pima Medical Institute
Colorado Springs, CO01-2023
Skills
- Emergency and preventive care
- Lab operations
- Animal restraint
- Medical record-keeping
- Animal behavior
- Client communication
- Vaccine administration
- Radiology techniques
- Client education
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient flow management
- Urgent care
- Workload prioritization
- Escalation handling
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Multitasking and organization
- Punctual and reliable
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Tender Care Veterinary Center
12.2022 - 01.2025
Lead Cashier
Falcon Liquor Outlet
02.2019 - 01.2022
Veterinary Assistant Certificate - Veterinary Medicine
Pima Medical Institute
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