Hi, I’m
Shannon Rayles
Milwaukie,Oregon
Summary
*4 Years of experience providing pet care, including routine medical treatments, dental examinations, and administering antibiotics.
*Veterinary technician with detailed and scientific knowledge of veterinary medicine and surgery.
*Ensured the safety and well-being of pet populations, including dogs, cats, and other animals for surgery and general practice.
*Veterinary technician with strong work ethic
*Provided comprehensive customer service with attention to detail
*Neat, reliable technician with years of experience caring for animals by assisting in sterilizations, vaccines, wound care, and injections.
*Strong interpersonal and communication skills
*Surgical technician with sterilization skills, monitoring anesthesia, catheter placement, prepping surgical areas, post operative care.
*Specialized knowledge of oncology, cardiology, orthopedic surgeries, thoracotomies, among others
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Oregon DIGS Real Estate
Real Estate Broker
01.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
- Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
- Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
- Conducted competitive market analysis to determine optimal pricing for properties.
- Utilized online marketing platforms to promote real estate services and generate leads.
- Liaised between property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate purchase and transfer of ownership.
- Provided guidance and consultation to clients to make well-informed decisions in real estate investments.
Veterinary Cancer & Surgery Specialists
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
05.2023 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
WellHaven Pet Health
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
02.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Created a team culture of exceeding customer expectations, exceeding all company performance goals and standards
- Improved equipment maintenance and safety standards, which resulted in a reduction in maintenance costs
- Executed company policies, procedures, and safety standards to ensure the proper cleanliness and safety of the office and equipment
- Worked with departments across the company, including marketing and project management, in developing new ideas, initiatives, products, and services
- Offered strong customer service skills, keeping customers satisfied and increasing sales annually
- Surgical technician for the better part of this past year 80% of my time. Prepping site, admitting, discharging, placing catheters, blocks, sterilizing, extabation, post ops, etc.
Harrington Poultry
Processor
10.2019 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Maintaining detailed records of customer orders, inventory, and product quality
- Performed routine maintenance and improvement of the farm's processing systems
- Managed a staff of 2-3 people, including the training, and management of new employees
Education
OnlineEDPortland, OR
Real Estate Certification-Ready For Testing from Real Estate Licensure
09-2024
Penn Foster CVTOnline
Associate of Science from Veterinary medicine
05-2026
University Overview
- Currently completing courses in computer science, anatomy & Physiology, and pharmacology
- Anticipated graduation date Summer 2026
Penn Foster Veterinary Assistant SchoolClackamas, OR
Veterinary Medicine
11.2021
University Overview
- Completed courses in computer science, Animal behavior, and anatomy
- Radiology Certified through PCC
- Fear Free Certifications
OSU Small Farms SchoolClackamas, OR
Small Farm Business
12.2020
University Overview
Business classes for everything on running a small farm.
Lexington Community CollegeLexington, KY
Biology
University Overview
- Preliminary classes for Biology/Animal Science degree coursework
- Earth Science coursework
Skills
- Radiology certified
- Fear Free Certifications
- Documentation review
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Excellent Customer service
- Leadership Experience
- Animal handling and Grief certifications
- Financing requirements
- Estate administration
- Marketing development
- Home sale guidance
- Oregon licensed real estate broker
Community Service
Volunteered many years in various capacities-food shelters, domestic violence programs, etc, Co-founded environmental organizations/programs still in place today. Recent volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and Guide Dogs for the Blind.
Timeline
Real Estate Broker
Oregon DIGS Real Estate
01.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Veterinary Cancer & Surgery Specialists
05.2023 - 11.2024
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
WellHaven Pet Health
02.2021 - 05.2023
Processor
Harrington Poultry
10.2019 - 08.2021
Penn Foster Veterinary Assistant School
Veterinary Medicine
OSU Small Farms School
Small Farm Business
OnlineED
Real Estate Certification-Ready For Testing from Real Estate Licensure
Penn Foster CVT
Associate of Science from Veterinary medicine
Lexington Community College
Biology
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