Sarah Proffitt
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Care Specialist
Petsmart
05.2023 - Current
- Monitor and provide medical assistance for animals in distress, medicate a variety of different species
- Extensive knowledge of animal husbandry and animal nutrition
- Care for reptiles, small mammals, avian and aquatic species
- Provided Customer Service
- Handled money and performed transactions.
Lab Animal Caretaker
Virginia Tech
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Gained basic cross-contamination prevention techniques
- Completed proper care of 50+ live animals promptly
- Completed IACUC lab animal safety programs.
- Responded quickly to emergencies involving injured or ill animals, providing first aid treatment when necessary before contacting veterinary professionals for further assistance.
Supervisor
Caring Transitions of Charlottesville
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Successfully communicated with all team members to navigate job duties and complete daily tasks
- Took on additional job duties, including lifting boxes and packaging items during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date
- Pursued learning opportunities to advance knowledge and take on leadership positions
- Lifted, stacked, and transported boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal And Poultry Sciences
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Va05.2025
Advanced High School Diploma -
Fluvanna County High School
Palmyra, Va05.2021
Skills
- Supply Unloading and Storage
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Treatment Documentation
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Medication Administration
- Small mammal care
- Exotic animal experience
Activities
- Fluvanna County High School, National Beta Association, 08/2019, 05/2021
- Thrive Living Learning Community, Virginia Tech University, 08/2021, 05/2022
Awards
Governor of Virginia Academic Excellence Award, 2021
Timeline
Pet Care Specialist
Petsmart
05.2023 - Current
Lab Animal Caretaker
Virginia Tech
01.2022 - 06.2023
Supervisor
Caring Transitions of Charlottesville
05.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Animal And Poultry Sciences
Virginia Tech
Advanced High School Diploma -
Fluvanna County High School
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