Patricia Cunningham
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Dynamic dog grooming professional with a proven track record at Salty Dog, excelling in customer service and appointment scheduling. Recognized for enhancing client satisfaction through tailored grooming services and effective communication, resulting in increased client retention. Skilled in record keeping and maintaining a hygienic environment for optimal pet care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Groomer
Salty Dog
Toms River, NJ
09.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the quality and consistency of grooming services provided.
- Scheduled grooming appointments and organized pet check-in details for efficient daily workflow.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
Mobile Dog Groomer
The Mutt Hut
Brick NJ
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Mastered time management skills to balance multiple appointments throughout the day while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Consistently ensured accurate record-keeping of client information, bookings, payments, and special requests for seamless business operations.
- Increased client retention through effective communication and understanding of pet owner preferences.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Toms River Regional Schools
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Assisted teachers with differentiated instruction, adapting materials to meet individual learning needs and accommodations.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lessons, clarifying directions, and guiding students through assigned activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
- Prepared instructional materials, organized learning stations, and maintained readiness for daily classroom activities.
Department Secretary Radiation Oncology
Community Medical Center
Toms River
06.2001 - 06.2002
- Maintained departmental records, filing systems, and documentation in compliance with medical office standards.
- Processed forms, requests, and internal paperwork using electronic health record and office systems.
- Prioritized incoming calls, messages, and front-office inquiries with professionalism and efficiency.
- Managed department calendars, appointments, and conference scheduling for clinical and administrative staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English/Education
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJSkills
- Customer service
- Appointment scheduling
- Pet grooming techniques
- Record keeping
- Effective communication
- Verbal communication
- Document preparation
- Invoicing
- File management
- Calendar management
- Time management
Timeline
Dog Groomer
Salty Dog
09.2025 - Current
Mobile Dog Groomer
The Mutt Hut
08.2022 - 09.2025
Instructional Paraprofessional
Toms River Regional Schools
09.2017 - 06.2022
Department Secretary Radiation Oncology
Community Medical Center
06.2001 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - English/Education
Monmouth University