Leah Person
Carver,MN
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Confident Student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals.
Responsible and dedicated animal care professional with proven abilities in cleaning kennels and managing supplies. Meets animal needs with compassion and love for every creatures. Offers excellent time management, multitasking and organizational skills.
Knowledgeable Anesthesia Technician bringing demonstrated skills in organizing supplies, setting up equipment and assisting anesthesiologists. Hardworking, reliable and detail-oriented in completing high-quality work in full compliance with facility and regulatory standards. Proficient in aseptic techniques and patient monitoring.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
Maple Grove, MN
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Ensured that kennels and work space were kept clean and organized at all times.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Scrubbed, counted, organized and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
Pet Hotel Associate
Petsmart
Maple Grove, MN
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Greeted customers and their pets warmly upon arrival.
- Assisted with check-in and check-out procedures for pet hotel guests.
- Kept records of customer reservations, payments, and other pertinent data.
- Maintained cleanliness of kennels, play areas, and other common spaces in the pet hotel.
- Filled food bowls according to individual dietary needs of each animal guest.
- Provided enrichment activities for the animals to keep them mentally stimulated while they stayed at the pet hotel.
- Administered medications as instructed by veterinarians or owners.
- Monitored health and behaviors of all animals staying at the pet hotel.
- Trained new employees on proper caretaking techniques for pets in a hotel setting.
Team Member
Showplace Icon Theaters
Saint Louis Park, MN
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted customers with product selection and ordering process.
- Provided customer service support to ensure satisfaction.
- Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor.
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while operating machinery or stocking shelves.
- Developed positive customer relationships through friendly greeting and excellent service.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Trained new team members using approved training materials and information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sonography
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN 01.2026 - 01.2026
Champlin Park High School
Champlin, MN06.2020
Skills
- Reception support
- Surgical procedures and support
- Animal Safety
- Lab operations
- Client Communication
- Medication Administration
- Patient Flow Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Sanitation protocols
- Documentation
- Positive and professional
- Critical Thinking
- Retail store support
- Problem-solving abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Chemical Handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Answering Phones
- Flexible Schedule
- Cleaning procedures
- Attention to detail
- Sanitization techniques
- Room preparation
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Sonography
St. Catherine University
01.2026 - 01.2026
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Pet Hotel Associate
Petsmart
08.2020 - 10.2021
Team Member
Showplace Icon Theaters
02.2019 - 03.2020
Champlin Park High School