Nekki Guthrie
Abilene,TX
Summary
Driven Certified Veterinary Assistant and Dog Trainer with a proven track record at PIP, showcasing exceptional skills in patient restraint and compassionate care. Mastered animal behavior, elevating client satisfaction rates through innovative training methods and meticulous care. Demonstrates outstanding client communication, ensuring accurate medical documentation and effective inventory management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Assistant
PIP
Lockhart, TX
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Dog Trainer
PIP
Lockhart, TX
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
- Worked individually with dogs on track for higher-level certifications in obedience and show performance.
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals using "clicker-training" method, voice rewards and food rewards.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
- Provided specialized support for service animals and therapy dogs, ensuring their readiness for demanding environments.
- Reduced dog behavioral issues through consistent application of positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow trainers to develop new strategies and approaches, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates.
Private Care Provider
Self Employed
Whitney, TX
12.2016 - 02.2021
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Effectively managed medications, monitoring doses, and documenting side effects for optimal health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, reporting any concerns or changes in condition promptly to healthcare providers.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Education
Certification - Veterinarian Assisting
U.S. Career Institute
Fort Collins, CO04.2024
Skills
- Patient restraint
- Compassionate Care
- Client Communication
- Animal Behavior
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Assistant
PIP
02.2022 - 03.2024
Dog Trainer
PIP
02.2022 - 03.2024
Private Care Provider
Self Employed
12.2016 - 02.2021
Certification - Veterinarian Assisting
U.S. Career Institute