Madeleine Easter
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Hello, over the past few years I have been developing practical skills in professional animal care environments such as animal handling, sanitation, and client communication. I have also developed useful techniques including teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail. I look forward to transitioning into the veterinary medical field so I can continue to utilize my current knowledge and also continue to learn as I advance my career.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Assistant/ Pet Sitter
Geo and Fido’s Dog Boarding
05.2024 - Current
- Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
- Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
- Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
- Maintained detailed records of each animal''s care, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special requirements.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
Veterinary Technician Student Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Increased clinic efficiency by organizing supplies inventory management systems for easy access during appointments or surgeries.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Developed time-management skills through balancing multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines during the internship period.
Dog Bather/ Shop Assistant
Noahs Ark Dog and Cat Grooming
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Safely handled various breeds of dogs, ensuring their comfort throughout the bathing process.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Successfully calmed anxious pets during the bathing process using proven soothing techniques.
- Demonstrated efficiency in managing multiple appointments simultaneously while maintaining high-quality results.
- Provided exceptional care for senior or special needs dogs, accommodating their specific requirements during bathing sessions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Carrington College
03-2026
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Elk Grove, CA05-2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- Medical history collection
- Intravenous injection
- Laboratory skills
- Nail trimming
- Patient positioning
- Subcutaneous injection
- Tonopen tonometry method
- Blood collection
- Animal handling
- Administering subcutaneous medication
- Clinical pathology
- Ear sample collection
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Radiology safety
- Fluorescein stain test
- Intramuscular injection
Timeline
Kennel Assistant/ Pet Sitter
Geo and Fido’s Dog Boarding
05.2024 - Current
Veterinary Technician Student Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
Dog Bather/ Shop Assistant
Noahs Ark Dog and Cat Grooming
06.2022 - 12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Carrington College
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
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