Ronda McArthur
Otis Orchards
Summary
Responsible and dedicated professional with several years of experience in a variety of animal industries. Experience includes assisting veterinarians in examining animals and admistering vaccines, and handing all sizes and breeds of dogs. Strong communication skills to liaise between vets, pet owners, and other staff members, and adaptability in high-stress situations. Proven ability to make a positive impact through improved clinic organization and efficiency.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Handler
Confident K9 Training
Spokane Valley
05.2024 - Current
- Handled various dog breeds during training sessions.
- Provided basic obedience training for new arrivals and worked with them on commands such as sit, stay, heel, come.
- Maintained the cleanliness and safety of training facilities, kennels, and equipment.
- Participated in ongoing education to enhance handling techniques.
- Walked dogs around the property multiple times a day for exercise purposes.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding pet care needs and services offered by the facility.
- Transported dogs between facilities as needed.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
Volunteer Veterinary Assistant
SCRAPS
Spokane Valley
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared the surgical suite/clinic for the day's surgeries.
- Assisted with pre-op, surgical, and post-op procedures.
- Effectively helped prevent the spread of disease with frequent cleaning of kennels, holding areas, and examination rooms.
- Reviewed discharge instructions with owners and/or with Shelter Tech.
- Counseled and educated pet owners about core and non-core vaccines at SCRAPS' weekly low-cost vaccine clinic.
- Trained new volunteers in all Volunteer Vet Assistant duties.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs by sterilizing, wrapping, and processing in an autoclave.
Outreach Volunteer
SCRAPS
Spokane Valley
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Assisted in organizing community adoption events for local pets.
- Educated the public on responsible pet ownership and care.
- Provided hands-on support during animal care and shelter operations.
- Trained and supervised Junior Volunteers.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Richter-Wimberley, P.S.
Spokane
09.1998 - 05.1999
- Coordinated case information by meeting with clients, experts, and other professionals.
- Authored, organized, and submitted professionally written legal correspondence, affidavits, and contracts.
- Met deadlines consistently when preparing and filing court pleadings with all county and federal courts.
- Managed the attorney's appointment and court calendar.
- Updated office files daily, and kept records.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Crouse and Associates
Spokane
10.1994 - 09.1998
Veterinary Technician/Office Manager
Sharp Veterinary Clinic
Spokane Valley
08.1992 - 08.1994
Education
Associates in Paralegal Studies With Certificate - Paralegal Studies
National Academy of Paralegal
New York, NY06-1992
General Studies
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA01-1992
General
Montana State University
Billings, NY01-1986
High School Diploma -
Billings Senior High School
Billings, MT06-1985
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Animal handling
- Vaccine administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Medication administration
- Microchip administration
- Problem solving
- Sanitation protocols
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Surgical procedures and support
- Veterinary surgical assistance
- Post-op monitoring recovery
Timeline
Dog Handler
Confident K9 Training
05.2024 - Current
Volunteer Veterinary Assistant
SCRAPS
05.2018 - 02.2020
Outreach Volunteer
SCRAPS
05.2018 - 11.2019
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Richter-Wimberley, P.S.
09.1998 - 05.1999
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Crouse and Associates
10.1994 - 09.1998
Veterinary Technician/Office Manager
Sharp Veterinary Clinic
08.1992 - 08.1994
Associates in Paralegal Studies With Certificate - Paralegal Studies
National Academy of Paralegal
General Studies
Spokane Falls Community College
General
Montana State University
High School Diploma -
Billings Senior High School
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