Melissa Flury
Dallas,TX
Summary
Motivated part-time student transitioning into a rewarding career as a veterinary assistant. In final stages of completing coursework and poised to pass the state exam in August 2024 for certification. Seeking opportunity to apply passion for animal care, strong work ethic, and dedication to providing exceptional support to veterinary professionals. Ready to contribute knowledge, enthusiasm, and commitment to delivering compassionate care to animals in need.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kennel Tech
Rodeo Drive Veterinary Hospital
2023.08 - Current
- Feeding, walking, and monitoring dogs and cats boarding and recovering at the hospital; Cleaning kennels and cages; Bathing and minor grooming of dogs; Restraint of animals for procedure and exams; Laundry; Dishes; Janitorial duties; Sample collection for urine/ feces tests; Administered oral and subcutaneous medications; Parrot care
Office Manager
Brain Storm Shelter
2021.07 - 2022.08
- Accounts payable, bi-weekly payroll, problem-solving of daily requests from high volume bar/restaurants, building management and maintenance, IT support, multiple entity management support in financial & construction departments, team morale cultivation, creative design support, website management support, manager of commercial commissary kitchen.
Office Manager
J&S Underground Networks Inc.
2014.01 - 2021.08
- Started as door-to-door representative for upcoming construction notification, promoted to office admin assistant, then finally promoted to office manager over 7 years
- Weekly payroll, IT support, HR, accounts payable, MO & TX registration/title management, assets/maintenance tracking, web design, meticulous record keeping with audits, insurance claims, owner support, coordinating repairs with homeowners, maintaining open lines of communication, operating company vehicles, delivering money/ equipment as needed, managing safety and company guidelines, reading Oncor/AT&T HDD prints and gathering survey data to create bore plans
Team Member
Cinemark/ Whataburger/ Spring Creek BBQ
2012.07 - 2016.09
- Ticket sales, concessions, theater cleaning, stock management, greeting customers, suggestive sales techniques on promotional products, cash register operation, large-scale food prep, heavy equipment cleaning; restaurant cleaning,
Education
Certified Veterinary Assistant -
Dallas College
08.2024
Associate of Science - Vet Tech
Dallas College
09.2025
Certificates
San Jacinto Community College
06.2015
GED
2014
Skills
- CLINICAL: Bathing dogs, minor grooming, kennel cleaning, animal restraint, animal nutrition, able to lift +50 lbs, long-term standing/walking, 1 year experience in a veterinary hospital environment assisting DVM and Vet Techs as needed
- ADMINISTRATIVE: Office Management, Human Resources, Building & Tenant Management, Multi entity business administrative support, Customer service, IT Support, Web Design, QuickBooks & Restaurant365, Payroll Management, Accounts Payable, PC & MacOS proficient, detailed record keeping
Certification
- Fear Free Veterinary Certification Levels 1/2/3 – Completed 2024
- VetFolio Certifications: Heartworm Conversations, Parasite Encounters, Tick Talk – Completed 2024
- Class C Driver’s License
- Notary License – Term of Office 7/30/2021- 7/30/2025
- Food Protection Manager Certificate (City of Dallas & TX) – Completed 2022
- OSHA 10 Construction Certificate – Completed 2018
- Nurse Aid Certification – Completed 2014
- CPR/First Aid Certified – Completed 2013, 2015
Fur babies at home
Two small dogs, a cat and a rabbit
Timeline
Kennel Tech
Rodeo Drive Veterinary Hospital
2023.08 - Current
Office Manager
Brain Storm Shelter
2021.07 - 2022.08
Office Manager
J&S Underground Networks Inc.
2014.01 - 2021.08
Team Member
Cinemark/ Whataburger/ Spring Creek BBQ
2012.07 - 2016.09
Certified Veterinary Assistant -
Dallas College
Associate of Science - Vet Tech
Dallas College
Certificates
San Jacinto Community College
GED
- Fear Free Veterinary Certification Levels 1/2/3 – Completed 2024
- VetFolio Certifications: Heartworm Conversations, Parasite Encounters, Tick Talk – Completed 2024
- Class C Driver’s License
- Notary License – Term of Office 7/30/2021- 7/30/2025
- Food Protection Manager Certificate (City of Dallas & TX) – Completed 2022
- OSHA 10 Construction Certificate – Completed 2018
- Nurse Aid Certification – Completed 2014
- CPR/First Aid Certified – Completed 2013, 2015
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