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Riley Beni

Kent

Summary

Veterinary professional prepared for high-energy environments with focus on animal welfare and clinical support. Efficient in assisting with medical procedures and maintaining patient documentation. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic settings, excelling in compassionate and gentle animal handling and client communication.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Stow Kent Animal Hospital
07.2024 - Current
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • 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.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
  • Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
  • Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
  • Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling to optimize daily operations and maximize patient throughput.
  • Efficiently collected samples for blood work or other testing purposes, for in-house or out of house laboratory analyses.
  • Contributed to public health by assisting in administration of vaccinations and parasite prevention treatments.
  • Reduced stress for animals undergoing treatment, employing gentle handling techniques and creating calm environment.
  • Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
  • Streamlined patient admission and discharge processes for increased efficiency and client satisfaction.

Cage Washer

Kent State University
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • I was tasked with dumping dirty mouse and rat cages and setting them on an industrial sized dishwasher rack, and pushing that rack into the cage washer. I was also tasked with doing the same thing but with water bottles and carts. I would have to refill the cages and water bottles, and transport them to different locations. I would have to sweep and mop the floors, take out the trash, use labels and time sheets, and refill the bedding container. Sometimes I would have to inform a caretaker of a litter or mouse they missed while taking out the dirty cages.
  • Reason for leaving- I did not like how the animals were treated there, as it was a research facility and the animal caretakers did not do a good job of making sure the animals were well taken care of and weren’t in pain.

Cashier

Pet Supplies Plus
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Sweep, clean counters, perform opening tasks (i.e., open the doors, set out signs, place carpets and matts, organize carts, open register, etc.), clean up animal accidents, restock pet merchandise, treats, and food, fill out dog license forms, sign people up for rewards card, restock towels, help people find items, help people over the phone, handle refunds, handle coupons, handle money, work the cash register, give advice on animals, give suggestions on food, products, etc., redirect people on certain items (i.e., if someone was going to buy sand for hermit crabs, I would redirect them to dirt, since it’s better for them), enter in animal purchase receipts, set aside products for people, handle curbside and Ubereats/Postmates pickups, enter in groomer receipts, perform great customer service, doing receptionist-esque duties, and heavy lifting.
  • Reason for leaving- I moved into an apartment in Kent in August and I couldn’t maintain working an hour away, settling into an apartment, and starting school back up. I was going to continue working there in the winter of 2021-2022, however, my dad went to the hospital in the fall/winter so I needed to be home for all of winter break. I then was going to continue working there this summer, but I realized I needed to find somewhere to work that is close by and also deals more with animals.

Barista

Starbucks
11.2019 - 09.2020
  • Taking orders, answering the phone, handling papers, helping train new hires, working the cash register, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning the cafe, performing great customer service, making customer connections, answering the phone, making coffee, making food, handling refunds, handling money, taking out the trash, doing dishes, restocking and dating items, making “backups” for items (i.e., making more lemonade, making more mocha syrup, making whipped cream, etc.), getting ice, restocking merchandise, brewing coffee, cleaning machines, sanitizing, and heavy lifting.
  • Reason for Leaving- I wanted to transfer from the Starbucks I worked at to the Starbucks in Kent because I was going to college at Kent State University. I was not able to do this, because they were too full of employees. I tried to drive from Kent to continue working at the one I was already at, but it was an hour drive and it became too much while trying to transition into college life.

Barista

Dunkin’ Donuts
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Taking orders, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning the cafe, performing great customer service, answering the phone, handling money, handling refunds, working the cash register, making coffee, making food, stocking, taking out the trash, and performing receptionist-esque duties.
  • Reason for leaving- I had two stress fractures in my leg from playing high school hockey, and the amount of standing and moving around I had to do irritated them and made it hard to work. This issue has since been resolved.

Education

High School -

Brooklyn High School
Brooklyn, Ohio
01.2020

College - Pre-Vet Zoology

Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
08.2025

High School - Criminal Justice

Polaris Career Center
Middleburg Heights, Ohio
01.2020

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Customer service skills
  • Sample collection
  • Creativity
  • Attention to detail
  • Perfectionism
  • Organizational skills
  • Responsibility
  • Vaccine administration
  • Veterinary terminology
  • Proficient in AviMark
  • Animal handling

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Stow Kent Animal Hospital
07.2024 - Current

Cage Washer

Kent State University
05.2023 - 08.2023

Cashier

Pet Supplies Plus
05.2021 - 08.2021

Barista

Starbucks
11.2019 - 09.2020

Barista

Dunkin’ Donuts
04.2019 - 06.2019

College - Pre-Vet Zoology

Kent State University

High School - Criminal Justice

Polaris Career Center

High School -

Brooklyn High School

Awards

Dean’s List (College, semester one of Freshman year, 2020)

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