Developed strong care and management skills in both training room and kennel setting, now seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates expertise in maintaining animal health and cleanliness, as well as effective communication and injury prevention within collegiate sports environment. Looking to apply these transferable skills to a dynamic and supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kennel Technician
Blue Line K9 of Texas, Trenton, Texas
08.2021 - Current
Perform animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, clipping, and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.
Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.
Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact employer to secure treatment.
Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
Cleaned and maintained 15 kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including multiple cages, runs and yards.
Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
Student Athletic Trainer
Grayson College, Denison, Texas
08.2023 - 05.2025
Massage body parts to relieve soreness, strains, or bruises.
Travel with athletic teams to be available at sporting events.
Apply protective or injury preventive devices, such as tape, bandages, or braces, to body parts, such as ankles, fingers, or wrists.
Clean and sanitize athletic training rooms.
Care for athletic injuries, using physical therapy equipment, techniques, or medication.
Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
Communicated with head trainer about patient needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Grayson College
Denison, Texas
05.2025
High School - undefined
Whitewright High School
Whitewright, Texas
05.2023
Skills
Safety Standards
Sanitization
Conflict Resolution
Operations Management
Animal Health
Emergency First Aid
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Effective Communication
Animal handling expertise
Care monitoring
Patience and resilience
Active listening
Certification
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program