Madison Skerkis
Cary,NC
Summary
I am a responsible worker proficient in social interactions, patient care and maintaining the safety of those around me. I'm passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. I'm invested in expanding job experience and growing from the challenges and skills learned day to day.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Veterinary Nurse
Truss Vet- Veterinary Urgent Care
2022.01 - 2024.07
- Managed appointment scheduling efficiently to minimize wait times while accommodating urgent cases when necessary.
- Provided exceptional emergency care to critically ill or injured patients, stabilizing their condition until further treatment could be administered.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient''s needs and condition.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Veterinary Assistant
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2021.07 - 2022.01
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms and surgical equipment
- Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases
Veterinary Technician
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
- Collect blood, urine, and fecal samples
- Obtain and complete ear, and skin cytologies
- Fill and administer proper medications
- Stabilize and monitor hospitalized patients
Daily Operations Manager
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2020.08 - 2021.06
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Managed filing systems for electronic and hard copy documents to keep organized records.
- Handling client communication for behavior incidence that occur and health concerns during boarding
- Creating and implementing training curriculum
- Developed schedule for kennel assistants to balance walking, feeding and socializing needs of animals in care
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills
- Supervised staff of 20 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
Kennel Coordinator
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2020.01 - 2020.08
- Protected animals from care errors by maintaining clear and secure tags.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Perform behavior evaluations for incoming daycare participants.
- Administrator medications to boarding pets.
- Monitor health and well-being of upwards of 90 boarding animals
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
Kennel Attendant
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2019.11 - 2019.12
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean
- Observed animal details such as size, condition, behavior and eating habits and documented data with Avimark
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise
- Monitor upwards of 15 dogs during daycare socialization times
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC05.2019
High School Diploma -
Sunrise Youth Academy
Provo, UT06.2017
Skills
- Nail trimming
- Anal sac expression
- Feline and canine restraint
- Ultrasound guided Cytocentesis
- Intravenous injection and subcutaneous Vaccinations
- Catheter Placement
- Thoracic, abdominal, and Orthopedic radiograph
- Ear sample collection and interpreting
- Skin scraping
- Fluorescein stain test
- Medication Administration
- Lab operations
- Euthanasia
- Wound treatment
- Closed-chest CPR
- Surgical procedures and support
- Instrument pack sterilization
- Emergency and preventive care
- Surgical scrubbing procedures
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Critical Care Nursing
- Continuing Education Commitment
Timeline
Senior Veterinary Nurse
Truss Vet- Veterinary Urgent Care
2022.01 - 2024.07
Veterinary Assistant
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2021.07 - 2022.01
Veterinary Technician
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2021.01 - 2022.01
Daily Operations Manager
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2020.08 - 2021.06
Kennel Coordinator
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2020.01 - 2020.08
Kennel Attendant
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Resort And Spa
2019.11 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
North Carolina State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Wake Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Sunrise Youth Academy
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