Lainie LaFavor
College Station
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills, honed at Van Stavern Small Animal Hospital. Proven ability to multitask and maintain organization under pressure, while effectively administering medications and supporting veterinarians in critical care. Committed to enhancing animal wellbeing and fostering positive client relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kennel Technician
Van Stavern Small Animal Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
Server
Anchor Bar
05.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Sales Associate
Target
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Sales Associate
Jake's Feed
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Shadowing Vet Assistant
Animal Health and Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments.
- Assisted in emergency situations calmly while supporting veterinarians with critical care procedures to stabilize patients quickly.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures such as radiographs, bloodwork analysis, and urine testing for comprehensive patient evaluations.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
Education
No Degree - Animal Science
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2028
High School Diploma -
New Diana High School
Diana, TX05-2023
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Memory retention
- Multitasking and organization
- Team member support
- Team player
- Adaptable and flexible
- Cool under pressure
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Assistant, Animal Health and Hospital - 2023
Timeline
Server
Anchor Bar
05.2025 - Current
Kennel Technician
Van Stavern Small Animal Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Target
10.2023 - 03.2024
Sales Associate
Jake's Feed
06.2022 - 03.2023
Shadowing Vet Assistant
Animal Health and Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2021
No Degree - Animal Science
Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
New Diana High School
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