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Michaelah Ramirez

Monterey,California

Summary

Diligent college student with a passion for animal care. Possesses 4.5 years of active duty military service as a United States Marine and has proven capable of working efficiently in high-stress environments. Displays responsibility and hard work within the workplace and is ready to apply education.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Trail Guide

DM OUTDOORS
Beulaville, NC
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Managed multiple bookings throughout the day while keeping track of time schedules.
  • Delivered guided tours and answered questions.
  • Assigned tasks to staff members for daily care of the barn.
  • Maintained records of horse health, feed, equipment, medications, and supplies.
  • Responded quickly to emergencies involving horses such as colic or injury.
  • Held horses for a veterinarian during health checks and care or for farrier for trimming and shoeing of horse hooves.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by designing a riding experience for all levels of experience.

Motor Transportation Operator

United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC
06.2018 - 09.2022
  • Inspected motor transport vehicles to ensure they meet safety standards and operated them in a safe manner.
  • Stayed current on tactical planning and defensive strategies.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicles to ensure they were safe for operation.
  • Completed routine inspections and daily preventive maintenance services.
  • Maintained safety and security of cargo, personnel and equipment in convoy.
  • Held important billets such as: Line NCO, Quality Check NCO, Barracks Manager, Facilities Maintenance Chief, Environmental Chief, and Company Clerk.

Aquarist and Instructor

Topsail Touch Tank Aquarium
Surf City, NC
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Monitored and maintained machine and water parameters.
  • Tracked inventory of live specimens, feedstock, and other materials.
  • Followed feeding schedules for all aquatics and reptiles
  • Handled large reptiles and assisted in interactive tours for visitors.
  • Lead aquarium tours and answered questions that visitors had.

Kennel Aid

Ridgefield Animal Hospital
Morristown, TN
10.2015 - 05.2018
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
  • Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
  • Provided daily care and monitoring of animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages and administering medications.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
  • Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
  • Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures such as vaccinations and spaying and neutering.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
  • Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
  • Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
  • Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones.
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.

Education

Veterinary Technician

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

American Public University System
Charles Town, WV
12-2024

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Professional
  • Animal Behavior Education
  • Animal First Aid/CPR
  • Schedule Coordination

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Trail Guide

DM OUTDOORS
03.2023 - 08.2023

Aquarist and Instructor

Topsail Touch Tank Aquarium
03.2022 - 07.2022

Motor Transportation Operator

United States Marine Corps
06.2018 - 09.2022

Kennel Aid

Ridgefield Animal Hospital
10.2015 - 05.2018

Veterinary Technician

Penn Foster Career School

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

American Public University System

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