Taylor Gross
Grimes,CA
Summary
Adept in both agricultural and veterinary settings, I've honed my skills at Riverview Land & Equipment and Colusa Veterinary Hospital, demonstrating exceptional time management and physical stamina. My track record includes streamlining operational efficiency and enhancing patient care, showcasing my dependability and hardworking nature.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Owner and Operator
Riverview Land & Equipment
Grimes, CA
03.2016 - Current
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, backhoe, tree squirrel, and forklift for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
- Assisted in the office by doing bookkeeping, filing and computer work.
Veterinary Technician
Colusa Veterinary Hospital
Colusa, CA
03.2016 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering compassionate care and clear communication regarding their pets' health.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
- Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Animal Care Services Technician
Yuba County Sheriffs Department
Olivehurst, CA
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Assisted in the daily maintenance, feeding and care of animals housed in the facility, including those in quarantine, injured or ill.
- Assisted with euthanasia and disposal of animals in a humane and prescribed method in accordance with established policies and California laws.
- Provided information to the public regarding lost or stray animals.
- Assisted with licensing, pet adoptions, and community volunteer programs.
- Cleaned and disinfected cages and other areas of the shelter as necessary.
- Performed related work as assigned.
- Controlled and handled, aggressive, injured, and dead animals in a variety of situations.
- Assisted officers in anything that they needed, which also included going out on service calls.
Veterinary Assistant
Rupert Animal Clinic
Rupert, ID
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
Office Assistant
Century 21
Colusa, CA
06.2006 - 08.2006
- Data compilation and assimilation
- Filing, digital photographing and uploading.
- Office assistance
Education
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Veterinary Technology
Yuba College
Marysville, CA05.2012
General Education -
College of Southern Idaho
Burley, ID05.2009
General Education -
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA05.2008
High School Diploma -
Colusa High School
Colusa, CA05.2007
Skills
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Physical Strength
- Time Management
- Physical Stamina
- Task Prioritization
- Active listening
- Good public relations skills
Certification
Shelter Medicine
Hobbies
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Guns/Shooting
- Anything outdoors
- Photography
Timeline
Part Owner and Operator
Riverview Land & Equipment
03.2016 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Colusa Veterinary Hospital
03.2016 - Current
Animal Care Services Technician
Yuba County Sheriffs Department
01.2013 - 03.2016
Veterinary Assistant
Rupert Animal Clinic
08.2008 - 05.2009
Office Assistant
Century 21
06.2006 - 08.2006
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Veterinary Technology
Yuba College
General Education -
College of Southern Idaho
General Education -
Cuesta College
High School Diploma -
Colusa High School