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Virginia Thomas

Greenville,SC

Summary

Offering strong foundation in animal care and genuine passion for learning and development. Brings ability to quickly absorb new information and skills in animal handling and communication. Ready to use and develop these skills in a veterinary / animal care internship role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Furman Alpha Epsilon Delta Member

Furman Univeristy
09.2024 - Current
  • Regularly attended meetings and bolstered member support and organization

DEI Director of Kappa Delta

Kappa Delta Sorority at Furman University
08.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated diversity, equity, and inclusion in Furman's Zeta Pi chapter through workshops and education on the importance of the topic

Kennel Technician

Crosswinds Animal Hospital
08.2024 - Current
  • Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide medical treatments and monitor post-surgery recovery for animals in our care.
  • Improved animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.

Furman Recycling Club Member

Furman University
03.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with members to help the freshman move in to campus
  • Separated trash from recycling during student move-in in order to benefit the environment
  • Broke down boxes effectively

Kappa Delta Member

Kappa Delta Sorority at Furman University
01.2024 - Current
  • Established relationships with club members and maintained positive club standing with trustworthy actions and professionalism.

Furman Pre-Vet Club Member

Furman Univeristy
08.2023 - Current
  • Boosted membership retention with excellent communication skills and attentive assistance to member needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with club members by actively listening to their preferences and providing personalized recommendations based on their interests or goals.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, ensuring memorable experiences for attendees.
  • Participated in regular meetings with management where ideas were shared regarding improvements that could be made within various aspects of the club facilities.

Intern

Crosswinds Animal Hospital
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Observed Veterinarians interact with clients and the process of diagnosing.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

Babysitter

Spartanburg Families
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.

Barn Hand

Carolina Poodle Rescue
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Enhanced animal well-being through attentive care, proper feeding, and regular health checks.
  • Increased overall barn efficiency by implementing effective cleaning and maintenance routines.
  • Ensured proper care for injured or sick animals by administering prescribed medications and treatments under veterinarian guidance.

Kennel Technician

Carolina Poodle Rescue
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
  • Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
  • Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
  • Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
  • Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
  • Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues and reporting them to facility management for further evaluation.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Improved animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
  • Participated actively in emergency response situations involving injured or aggressive animals, ensuring the safety of both staff and animals involved.

International Equestrian Association Team Captain

Clearview Equestrian
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Contributed to a supportive team atmosphere by providing constructive feedback, fostering a positive environment for all.
  • Managed time effectively while traveling for competitions
  • Collaborated with teammates and coaches to build relationships and create cohesive team environment.
  • Practiced with team on schedule and trained alone to enhance athletic abilities and contributions to team success.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Furman University
Greenville, SC
05.2027

High School Diploma -

Spartanburg Day School
Spartanburg, SC
05.2023

Skills

Cleaning and sanitizing

Animal Behavior

Animal welfare

Client Communication

Veterinary Assistance

Teamwork and Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Dependable and Responsible

Organizational Skills

Horse handling

Timeline

Furman Alpha Epsilon Delta Member

Furman Univeristy
09.2024 - Current

DEI Director of Kappa Delta

Kappa Delta Sorority at Furman University
08.2024 - Current

Kennel Technician

Crosswinds Animal Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Intern

Crosswinds Animal Hospital
04.2024 - 08.2024

Furman Recycling Club Member

Furman University
03.2024 - Current

Kappa Delta Member

Kappa Delta Sorority at Furman University
01.2024 - Current

Furman Pre-Vet Club Member

Furman Univeristy
08.2023 - Current

Barn Hand

Carolina Poodle Rescue
01.2023 - 07.2023

International Equestrian Association Team Captain

Clearview Equestrian
08.2022 - 05.2023

Kennel Technician

Carolina Poodle Rescue
06.2022 - 07.2023

Babysitter

Spartanburg Families
05.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Furman University

High School Diploma -

Spartanburg Day School

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