Terri Clay
Columbia,TN
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Equestrian Facility Caretaker
Twin Springs Farm
Lynnville, TN
10.2001 - 02.2012
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
Owner/Operator
Clay Springs Farm
Columbia, TN
05.2012 - Current
- Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Advised animal owners regarding purchase of specific animals.
- Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors and diet to isolate and address concerns.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Groom/ Trainer
Flying W Stabled
Wilson, WY
09.1994 - 09.2001
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Prepared horses for riding, competitions and shows to condition animals to perform at best.
- Tacked up horses to increase control over movements.
- Kept records of vaccinations, worming and shoeing to maintain animal health.
- Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries.
Education
Paralegal -
Columbia State Community College
11.2009
Agricultural Science - Animal Science
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05.1994
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Lab Operations
- Animal Restraining
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Animal Diagnostics
- File and Records Management
- Animal Vaccinations
- Vaccination Administration
- Patient Bathing
- Examine Animals
- Reading Comprehension
- Emergency Situations
- High-Pressure Environments
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Medical Transports
- Microsoft Office
- Careful Restraint
- Emergency First Aid
- Dietary Needs
- Basic Animal Care
- Feeding and Watering
- Client Satisfaction
- Dietary Restrictions
- Social Perceptiveness
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Clay Springs Farm
05.2012 - Current
Equestrian Facility Caretaker
Twin Springs Farm
10.2001 - 02.2012
Groom/ Trainer
Flying W Stabled
09.1994 - 09.2001
Paralegal -
Columbia State Community College
Agricultural Science - Animal Science
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville