Samantha Kirka
Summary
Animal Care Tech knowledgeable in animal behavior, safety, disease observation and care. Experience with a wide variety of animal species. Reliable and highly organized with good communication and multitasking abilities with a team or on my own. Comfortable educating and working with the public on the care and socialization of the animals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Technician
Cedar Pet Supply
02.2023 - Current
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and updated mangers on conditions.
- Cleaned and disinfected grooming stations play areas, and kennels daily to prevent diseases and odor.
- Prepared and administered routine vaccinations and deworming on dogs and cats.
- Perform various care routines for small animals, reptiles, dogs, cats, and aquatics.
- Research and keep up to date on the care needs of new species of animals arriving.
Animal Technician
The Huron Humane Society
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Transported and printed paperwork for animals going to veterinary appointments.
- Performed assessments on new animals arriving at the shelter.
- Brought animals home for 24 hour supervision and care, and perform over night checks on animals in the shelter.
- Assisted with the adoption process and matching adopters with the right animal for their life style.
- Monitored animals for illness and prescribe/administer medication as needed
Cashier
Home Depot
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers in fining the location of merchandise in the store.
- Pushed credit sales
- Performed cash, card and check transactions.
- Worked shifts in multiple departments independently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunset Academy
Alpena Mi06.2021
Skills
- Animal husbandry
- Human and Animal Safety
- Administering medication and vaccines
- Customer service
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Managing Paperwork
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Independent working skills
Timeline
Animal Care Technician
Cedar Pet Supply
02.2023 - Current
Animal Technician
The Huron Humane Society
09.2021 - 01.2023
Cashier
Home Depot
03.2021 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Sunset Academy
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