
Motivated pre-veterinary student at Wake Forest University with strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills. Experienced working in fast-paced environments and passionate about animal care, science, and continuous learning. Seeking opportunities to gain hands-on experience and contribute positively to a team.
Direct and coordinate the Pre-Orientation program for incoming first-year students, ensuring a structured and engaging transition experience, Design and organize small-group placements, matching incoming students with peer leaders based on program goals and group dynamics, Develop and plan activities, discussions, and community-building experiences for orientation week, Lead and support peer directors in facilitating group sessions and mentoring incoming students, Serve as a liaison between program staff and student leaders to ensure smooth execution of all orientation components, Train and guide peer directors on leadership practices, facilitation skills, and student engagement strategies
Facilitated patient intake, examinations, treatments, vaccinations, blood draws, laboratory testing, medication administration, and animal restraint to ensure comprehensive care. Maintained accurate medical records and prepared surgical and treatment areas, while monitoring patients and assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures, enhancing overall patient care and client communication. Managed front-desk responsibilities including scheduling appointments, answering phones, processing payments, and coordinating client and patient needs
Prepared exam rooms and supplies for appointments, supporting smooth patient flow.
Restrained dogs and cats safely during exams, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
Sanitized instruments, cages, and treatment areas to maintain infection control standards.
Assisted customers with product selection, sizing, and purchases in a fast-paced retail environment, provided friendly and professional customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience, operated the cash register, processed transactions, and handled returns/exchanges accurately, maintained clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor
Shadowed veterinary professionals in a clinical setting to gain firsthand exposure to small animal medicine and surgical procedures. Observed routine examinations as well as sterilization surgeries, including spay and neuter procedures, while learning about patient care, surgical protocols, and veterinary decision-making