Wesley Raymond
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Attentive Animal Care Technician with 112 years of professional experience. Familiar with animal behavior principles and comfortable interacting with animals of any temperament or condition. Offer proficiency in [Software] for record keeping purposes and skilled in administrative and animal care support.
Reliable Animal Care Technician with 12 years of volunteer experience. Highly knowledgeable in animal behavior, nutrition and health conditions. Competent in communicating with owners and interacting with animals. Seeking position in empathy-oriented work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Technician
LASPCA
New Orleans, LA
08.2022 - Current
- Performed daily health checks on animals and monitored their activity levels.
- Assisted in the maintenance of animal cages and habitats, including cleaning and sanitizing.
- Provided food and water to animals according to specified diets.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with animals.
- Conducted enrichment activities with animals, such as providing toys or special treats.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Isolated animals with potential contagious diseases to reduce infection risks and monitor disease presentation.
- Cleaned and disinfected cages, kennels, runs, and animal holding areas.
- Provided food, water, and bedding for animals in care.
- Walked dogs on a daily basis to ensure they received exercise.
- Observed animals' behavior to detect signs of illness or injury.
- Recorded detailed notes regarding each animal's health conditions.
- Monitored animals for signs of stress or discomfort while in the facility.
- Assisted in transporting animals to veterinarian appointments.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
Self Employed Music
Self Employed Services
New Orleans, LA
04.2007 - 08.2018
- Band Leader
- Vocalist
- Perform per customer request
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Writing
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LASkills
- Pet care
- Pet nutrition
- Animal ( domestic cats/ dogs)
- Love for animals
- Animal Training
- Animal Handling
- Effective customer communication
- Pet feeding and medication administration
- Customer service and assistance
- Breed and species knowledge
- Kennel cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Facility Cleaning
Timeline
Animal Technician
LASPCA
08.2022 - Current
Self Employed Music
Self Employed Services
04.2007 - 08.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Writing
Delgado Community College
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