Salissa Chavez
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Personable and compassionate with deep understanding of animal behavior and welfare, ensuring highest standards of care. Knowledge of basic animal husbandry and health monitoring protocols, complemented by practical skills in feeding and cleaning. Committed to creating nurturing environment that promotes well-being of all animals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Technician
Puppies N Love
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for puppies by conducting regular inspections and cleaning kennels thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Documented puppies' weight, size and condition to ensure proper nutrition intake.
- Prepared and administered vaccinations.
- Trained puppies in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed puppies to maintain good grooming standards.
- Administered medications to puppies in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Provided compassionate care to puppies by giving attention, grooming, and socialization opportunities.
Crew Member
Jersey Mikes
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked front counter, backline, and other areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Ensured proper food storage protocols were followed, contributing to improved food safety measures within the establishment.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Utilities Technician, Receptionist
GQ Emergency Veterinarian and Pet Urgent Care
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments.
- Assisted in emergency situations calmly while supporting veterinarians with critical care procedures to stabilize patients quickly.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, surgical suites, and kennels.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Education
Associate of Science -
Central Arizona College
San Tan Valley, AZ05-2025
Certificate of Completion - Veterinary Assistant Program
East Valley Institute of Technology
Mesa, AZ05-2022
High School Diploma -
Combs High School
San Tan Valley, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Pet handling
- Customer service and assistance
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Kind customer engagement
- Sanitation protocols
- Animal enrichment
- Vaccination administration
- Managing paperwork
- Positive pet interactions
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependable and responsible
- Animal care
Certification
- Fear Free Certified
Timeline
Animal Care Technician
Puppies N Love
07.2024 - Current
Crew Member
Jersey Mikes
05.2023 - 11.2023
Utilities Technician, Receptionist
GQ Emergency Veterinarian and Pet Urgent Care
02.2022 - 09.2022
Associate of Science -
Central Arizona College
Certificate of Completion - Veterinary Assistant Program
East Valley Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Combs High School
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