Payton Rhymes
Louisville,KY
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Enthusiastic animal care professional successful at managing various responsibilities in fast-paced settings. Offers well-developed skills in organization, time management and relationship-building. Calm in crises with skills to reassure owners and provide quality care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Shelden Animal Hospital
Louisville, KY
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Collected specimens, such as urine, blood, and fecal samples, for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Fear Free Level 3 Certified associate - implemented Fear Free low-stress techniques to handle and care for patients.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Mars BioBank Clinical Site Coordinator - implemented proper study practices to collect specimens and recorded data for study participants. Managed yearly reminders for study participants. Served as liaison between Mars BioBank study leadership and hospital staff.
Cafeteria Cook
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Louisville, KY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized workstations and equipment, including cooking utensils.
- Maintaining and providing service at the rotisserie machine and serving station.
Sales Associate
Southern States Cooperative
Purcellville, VA
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Trained to operate a forklift used for loading and unloading inventory and products.
Catering Coordinator
McAlister's Deli
Herndon, VA
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of food, beverages, and other supplies.
- Oversaw the setup of catering areas including tables, chairs, linens, décor.
- Maintained an inventory of all catering equipment and supplies.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations related to food handling and sanitation practices.
- Processed invoices for payment after completion of each event.
- Ordered necessary catering supplies from approved vendors when required.
- Certified Food Manager.
Veterinary Assistant
Parkway Veterinary Clinic
Burke, VA
06.2009 - 11.2015
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
Student Worker
Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Managed cleanliness standards for both the necropsy lab and equipment.
- Collected biological samples for submission to the Pathology Laboratory.
- Assisted pathologists, residents, and veterinary students with necropsy cases.
- Handled the collection and proper disposal of waste tissues and chemicals following safety protocols.
- Handled chemicals needed for biological sample submission to the Pathology Laboratory.
- Operated forklift safely for purposes of waste disposal.
- Operated incinerator safely for purposes of waste disposal.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2018
Skills
- Procedure Support
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Animal restraint
- Animal Safety
- Proficient in WoofWare
- Medical record-keeping
- Client Communication
- Appointment Scheduling
- Surgical Assistance
- Client Education
- Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Dental Prophylaxis
Certification
- Fear Free Level 3 Certified
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Shelden Animal Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Cafeteria Cook
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
09.2019 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Southern States Cooperative
09.2017 - 08.2018
Catering Coordinator
McAlister's Deli
03.2016 - 07.2017
Student Worker
Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
08.2011 - 05.2014
Veterinary Assistant
Parkway Veterinary Clinic
06.2009 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Louisiana State University And A&M College
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