MARY WOODS
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Hardworking and reliable employee with motivation to work. Offering patient care and customer service. Has a highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Health Technician
Great Lakes VTF
05.2023 - Current
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and microscopic examination.
- Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
Sales Associate
Everything Fiesta
11.2022 - Current
- Operate cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions
- Handles restock of merchandise
- Handles inventory of merchandise
- Handles invoices when receiving orders.
Corpsman/Dental Assistant
US Navy
04.2016 - 05.2021
- Hours
- Maintained health records for marine platoons
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care
- Entered patient data into dental records system and observed confidentiality rules to maintain patient privacy
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
04.2016 - 04.2016
- Hours
- Administered medications and immunizations
- Performed medical duties for preventive and unscheduled care by conducting lab work, x-rays, phlebotomy and IV fluid administration
- Performed preliminary exams to determine diagnosis and provide medical treatment.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
Medical Coordinator
Paws And Prayers, Animal Rescue
10.2011 - 04.2015
- Hours
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals
- Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care
- Screened individuals interested in adopting pets
- Assessed animals for injury and illness
- Administered medications to animals
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption
- Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks simultaneously to complete projects under pressure.
Bartender, Waitress
Firehouse Bar And Grill
05.2004 - 03.2015
- Hours
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers
- Retrieved prepared orders from kitchen areas and promptly delivered to guests.
Education
Associate of Science - Animal Welfare
Stautzenberger College
Maumee, OH01.2024
Diploma - Animal Welfare
Stautzenberger College
Maumee, OH06.2023
JST - undefined
US Navy Training
San Antonio, TX04.2016
Certification in Veterinarian Assisting - undefined
Northcoast Medical Training Academy
Kent, OH10.2011
GED - undefined
North High School
Akron, OH10.2007
Skills
- Relationship Building
- People Skills
- PPE Use
- Good Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Flexible Schedule
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Team Management
- Training & Development
- Problem Resolution
- Planning & Organizing
- Basic Math
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Supervision & Leadership
- Active Listening
- First Aid/CPR
- Team Building
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Data Management
- Records Management
- Recordkeeping
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Lab Operations
- IV Fluid Administration
- Animal Surgery
- Pet Charting Information
- Supply Maintenance
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- Kind Customer Engagement
- Patient Records Maintenance
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Surgery Preparation
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Pet Handling
- Effective Customer Communication
- Vaccination Administration
Timeline
Animal Health Technician
Great Lakes VTF
05.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Everything Fiesta
11.2022 - Current
Corpsman/Dental Assistant
US Navy
04.2016 - 05.2021
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
04.2016 - 04.2016
Medical Coordinator
Paws And Prayers, Animal Rescue
10.2011 - 04.2015
Bartender, Waitress
Firehouse Bar And Grill
05.2004 - 03.2015
Associate of Science - Animal Welfare
Stautzenberger College
Diploma - Animal Welfare
Stautzenberger College
JST - undefined
US Navy Training
Certification in Veterinarian Assisting - undefined
Northcoast Medical Training Academy
GED - undefined
North High School
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