Veronica Berkenbosch

• Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
• Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
• Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.
• Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.
• Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
• Helped with intake of newly surrendered animals, providing food, water and medical attention.
• Attended community events to promote pet adoption and responsible pet ownership.
• Maintained detailed records of animal care and feeding schedules to track animal care and history.
• Collaborated with shelter staff to develop new initiatives to improve animals' quality of life.
• Bathed animals and performed related animal grooming and care in preparation for adoption events.
• Administered first aid to animals in need of medical attention.
• Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
• Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
• 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.
• Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
• Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.

• Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
• Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
• Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
• Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
• Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
• Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
• Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
• Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
• Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
• Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.

Assisted with special events and programs.

• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
• Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
• Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
• Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
• Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
• Provided administrative support to department leads to help organize events and fundraisers.
• Helped with meal preparation and service during band competitions and band camps.

• Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
• Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
• Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
• Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
• Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
• Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
• Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
• Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
• Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.