Mary Beth Wagnon
Opelika,AL
Summary
Reliable and punctual Kennel Technician with proven skills in cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible Animal Caretaker skilled in bathing, grooming and general animal welfare management. Promotes good health with fun, safe and clean environments. Dependably carries out instructions and stays current on schedules.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
River Road Animal Clinic
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve clinic needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others..
- Supported staff with clerical work and other office tasks.
- Freed full-time employees up for more critical work by completing clerical tasks and office work.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with any type parasitic infections and applied specific medications for itch relief under supervision.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology, Pre-Veterinary
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2025
Associate of Science -
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City, AL05.2022
High School Diploma -
Smiths Station High School
Smiths Station, AL05.2020
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Clerical Support
- Animal Restraining
- Feeding Animals
- Community Service
- Patient Bathing
- Monitoring Recovery
- Aseptic Techniques
- Gram Stain Slide Preparation
- Post-Surgical Clean Up and or Sanitation
- Microsoft Office
- File and Records Management
Crocheting
I crochet as a way to feel closer to my deceased grandmother and to maintain stock in my small entrepreneurship
Timeline
Volunteer
River Road Animal Clinic
05.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology, Pre-Veterinary
Auburn University
Associate of Science -
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Smiths Station High School
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