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Overview
Work History
Education
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Makayla Hoffman

Strasburg,VA

Summary

Motivated, friendly individual known for delivering quality care to both animals and their owners as well as assisting with administrative tasks.

Always open to new opportunities and learning experiences.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Technician

MSA Security - Global Canine Service Center
12.2023 - Current

*Still in onboarding process/training*

Pet Care Specialist

Creature Comfort Inn Dog Boarding & Training
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Handled animals safely and remained calm in different situations.
  • Tracked information about pet health, behavior and food and fluid intake for diagnostic purposes.
  • Conducted basic grooming services with baths, brushing and nail clipping.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Kept kennels clean, tidy and spaces stocked with items for pet or staff needs.

Cashier

Tractor Supply Company
10.2021 - 08.2023
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Equine Caretaker

Lord Fairfax Equestrian Center
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
  • Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
  • Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.

Virginia Cooperative Extension - Office Internship

Carol Nansel
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.

Education

Associate of Science - Veterinary Assisting

PennFoster
Online
2024

No Degree - Veterinary Assisting

Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Woodstock
05.2021

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Progress Documentation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Communication
  • Information Collection and Recording

Accomplishments

I completed the Wytheville Community College Veterinary Assisting 7 week "crash course" and finished with a 98% in December of 2022.

Referances

Carol Nansel

Virginia Cooperative Extension - Head Agent

Woodstock, VA

540-459-6140


Nicole Pangle

Owner of Shenandoah Towing Company/Pangle Beef LLC

Maurertown, VA

540-481-3534


Ashley Hunt

Tractor Supply Company - Assistant Manager

Woodstock, VA

540-409-0221

Timeline

Kennel Technician

MSA Security - Global Canine Service Center
12.2023 - Current

Pet Care Specialist

Creature Comfort Inn Dog Boarding & Training
08.2023 - 12.2023

Cashier

Tractor Supply Company
10.2021 - 08.2023

Equine Caretaker

Lord Fairfax Equestrian Center
05.2021 - 10.2021

Virginia Cooperative Extension - Office Internship

Carol Nansel
01.2021 - 06.2021

Associate of Science - Veterinary Assisting

PennFoster

No Degree - Veterinary Assisting

Wytheville Community College

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Makayla Hoffman