Monique Knevelbaard
Hanford,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Manager highly effective at keeping laboratories running smoothly and efficiently. Knowledgeable about managing supplies, equipment and facilities. Pursuing new professional challenges with the opportunity to make a positive impact on laboratory operations and research success. In addition, Six years of experience as a small animal veterinary technician assistant teching rooms taking vitals and interacting with clients, taken radiographs, and worked in surgery. I am a team player that gets along great with others and open to constructive feedback and any learning opportunities presented. Applying to veterinary school this year therefore I want to expand my large animal veterinary experience to make me more rounded. I was also a military wife but now my husband is medically retired, this allowed me to travel and adapt to new environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Milk Lab Manager
Veterinary Consulting & Management Services
09.2023 - Current
- Improved lab efficiency by implementing automated processes and equipment upgrades.
- Established and maintained quality control standards, contributing to accurate test results and reliable data collection.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Streamlined workflow by designing efficient standard operating procedures for all laboratory tasks.
- Managed inventory control for chemicals and supplies, ensuring timely restocking and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Plate milk samples from 6-12 dairies varying 15-50 samples each
Volunteer
Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Assisted the director, assistant director, and veterinarians by holding horses while procedures were performed and assisted in medication administration.
- Helped train and was shadowed by new volunteers
- Feeding, watering, and grooming of the horses
- Participated in train the trainor that uses liberty practices in equine handling and training
Calf Care/Research and Development Project Intern
Curtimade Dairy
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Applied critical thinking skills to troubleshoot technical issues involving the overall care of the calves, resulting in improved system performance.
- Help build and maintain the controlled environment where calves were observed, fed, watered, and treated when necessary.
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications in addition to I.V. fluids.
- Used critical thinking skills when there were 1-2 day old calves that were suddenly dying when they came to the controlled pens and worked with another intern and dairy manager on ideas of what might be causing this and coming up with solutions.
- In addition to the project calves, I also assisted the calf care technicians with the other calves on the dairy with feedings, blood draws, vaccinating, medicating, transferring from one pen to another, and assisting the ultrasound technician moving calves through the shoot and into their designated locations.
Milk Lab Intern
Veterinary Consulting And Management Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to research projects, resulting in significant advancements within the field of study.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample preparation and data collection processes.
- Obtained milk samples from both healthy and sick cattle for microbiological evaluation.
- Demonstrated adaptability by rapidly learning new laboratory techniques as needed for ongoing research projects.
- Plated samples on blood agar and mycoplasma selective agar and interpreted results at 24, 48, and 168 hour time intervals. Secondary testing for speciation and PCR analysis were performed as needed
- Effectively communicated complex scientific concepts to non-experts during presentations or discussions regarding ongoing research projects.
- Collaborated with another veterinarian in helping develop a database system that would help VCMS track trends in mastitis.
Horse Stall Cleaner
Drouin Springs Equine Center
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Maintained a healthy environment for animals through thorough cleaning and sanitization of stalls.
- Ensured animal well-being through regular monitoring of living conditions during daily stall cleaning tasks.
- Improved overall facility hygiene by regularly washing down walls, floors, and equipment.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, alerting management when restocking was needed to avoid shortages or delays in completing tasks.
- Administered medications and supplements including feeding and watering the horses
- Oversaw and trained new stall cleaners
- Assisted owner/equine veterinarian of the facility with dental cleanings, occasional lameness exams, and any injuries the horses sustained
Veterinary Technician Assistant
East Lake Veterinary Clinic
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided compassionate care for animals during their stay at the clinic, creating a positive experience for both pets and owners.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Assisted with radiographic imaging procedures to provide veterinarians with vital information needed to make accurate diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
- Assisted in surgical procedures including prepping the surgical site, intravenous catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and recovering patients post-op
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Clermont Animal Hospital
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Provided compassionate care for animals during their stay at the clinic, creating a positive experience for both pets and owners.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Facilitated efficient appointment scheduling by handling phone calls, emails, and walk-in inquiries from clients.
- Assisted with radiographic imaging procedures to provide veterinarians with vital information needed to make accurate diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas, preparing instruments, and sterilizing equipment.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
Education
No Degree - Biology
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CANo Degree - Biology
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AKBachelor of Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine And Biological Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12.2023
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School
Hanford, CA05.2009
Skills
- Laboratory Management
- Cell Culture
- Sample Preparation
- Microscopy techniques
- Chemical Handling
- Decision-Making
- Vaccine administration
- Client Communication
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Administration
Timeline
Milk Lab Manager
Veterinary Consulting & Management Services
09.2023 - Current
Calf Care/Research and Development Project Intern
Curtimade Dairy
05.2023 - 08.2023
Milk Lab Intern
Veterinary Consulting And Management Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue
04.2022 - 09.2023
Horse Stall Cleaner
Drouin Springs Equine Center
06.2020 - 09.2021
Veterinary Technician Assistant
East Lake Veterinary Clinic
03.2017 - 07.2018
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Clermont Animal Hospital
10.2013 - 06.2015
No Degree - Biology
College of The Sequoias
No Degree - Biology
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine And Biological Science
Kansas State University
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School