Rachael Berger
Student
Pullman,WA
Summary
Motivated student working toward a degree in animal science. Hardworking and resourceful individual commended for strong collaboration, organizational and time management abilities. Committed to developing career path and expanding work experience.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Blackbird Ranch
Pullman, WA
01.2021 - Current
- Performed physical examination of all animal residents and monitored physiological and physical conditions.
- Calculated and administered vaccines and medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis.
- Cared for 50+ animals and completed daily tasks such as feeding and cleaning.
- Maintained patient charts by documenting information to reflect updated health issues and most recent medical treatment.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
- Properly quarantined any sick animals and provided extra care to those with special medical conditions.
- Provided daily enrichment to all animals.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Lynnwood, WA
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
- Delivered high level of assistance by locating products and checking store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Courtesy Clerk
Albertsons
Lynnwood, WA
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Addressed customer needs, including price checks and merchandise retrieval from upper shelves or stockroom.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by completing general duties, including mopping floors, emptying trash cans and clearing walkways.
- During open and closing shifts, dedicated hours to deep cleaning the store for the next day.
- Collected shopping carts from parking lot daily and cleaned and dried soiled and wet carts.
- Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
- Managed over 50 customer interactions each shift.
Seasonal Cart Attendant/Cashier
Target
Lynnwood, WA
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Helped with bagging customers' items and carrying oversized or overweight items to customer vehicles.
- Collected empty carts from grocery patrons and returned to store to keep parking lot clear of obstacles.
- Periodically disinfected carts preventing spread of disease.
- Responded to spills in store and in parking lot cordoning areas off and cleaning up spills using appropriate equipment.
- Conducted regular restroom checks ensuring well-stocked consumables such as paper towels and toilet paper.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Pre-vet Track
Washington State University
Pullman, WA 08.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kamiak High School
Mukilteo, WA 09.2015 - 06.2019
Skills
Communication
Time management
Adaptability
Collaboration
Dependable
Multitasking abilities
Accomplishments
- Animal Science Scholarship- March, 2020
Volunteer Experience
04/2020 - current
Virtual volunteer- 7 cups listener
- Website dedicated to helping those struggling through difficult times.
- As a listener, I offered free support to those suffering a variety of disorders.
- I actively listened to people and referred them to licensed therapists if needed.
06/2018 - 08/2018
Forest Park Animal Farm Volunteer
- Maintained premises and cleared walkways for the animals and visitors.
- Worked with each animal to properly socialize.
- Performed daily routines and fed and watered the animals day and night. Provided special and extra care to the younger animals.
- Worked with programs such as the Boys and Girls club to show and teach children proper handling and care of each animal. The program was to give children a chance to see animals they wouldn't normally see in their daily life.
04/2015
YMCA volunteer
- With my volleyball team, dedicated a few days to teaching younger girls volleyball.
- Taught proper form and skills.
- Showed them how to properly communicate on court for better performance.
- As captain, stayed after to continue to teach other classes.
Timeline
Student Intern
Blackbird Ranch
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Pre-vet Track
Washington State University
08.2019 - Current
Sales Associate
Old Navy
11.2018 - 06.2019
Courtesy Clerk
Albertsons
06.2018 - 11.2018
Seasonal Cart Attendant/Cashier
Target
11.2017 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Kamiak High School
09.2015 - 06.2019