AMANDA RIOS 602-***-****
**** * ***** ** #** Tempe, AZ 85282 ******.***.****@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Focused graduate effective at prioritizing tasks, maintaining collections and locating hard-to-find materials. High-level organizational and communication skills. Driven to educate others and promote organization and individual productivity through continued use of technology.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Physical Anthropology May 2013
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts, Western European History August 2010
Minor in Justice Studies
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
WORK EXPERIENCE
Arizona State Capitol Museum, Phoenix, AZ September 2015-present
Museum Educator
Serve as tour guide for groups of all ages, predominately grade school children and including children with learning disabilities.
Educate the public about Arizona history, foundations of our government and tour the House of Representatives and/or State Senate.
Ability to tailor fundamental information for varying age groups and effectively answering any questions.
The Barking Dog, LTD, Scottsdale, AZ December 2014-May 2015
Facility Manager
Created and Developed team members including implementation of policies and protocols, written at time of employment.
Perform building inspections daily.
Schedule, supervise and follow-up with any and all maintenance completed on the grounds; perform maintenance as needed.
Publish and submit managerial reports in varying increments as required by corporate protocols.
Ensure accuracy on all customer transactions and close cash drawer.
Arizona Humane Society, Phoenix Arizona September 2014-December 2014
Adoption Counselor
Advise potential adoptive pet parents about an animal they are interested in adopting, including any chronic medical conditions such as Diabetes, Addison's Disease or hyper/hypo thydroid
Discuss long-term care expectations for animals that have had amputations, enucleations, dental extractions or signs of any separation anxiety
Banfield, The Pet Hospital, Mesa, AZ June 2009-November 2013
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Assist Chief of Staff identify areas of improvement and their impact on Profits and Loss. Led monthly meetings ensuring employees goals and performance aligned with the 5 Pillars of the Banfield culture.
Multi-Location management experience, providing direction to employees and supporting the medical staff, including team development and training of new Veterinary Assistants
Worked closely with local community colleges to satisfy intern requirement and potentially offer a position within the hospital.
Assist veterinarians with client communications, client education and surgery.
Surgery nurse duties included calculating and administering pre-anesthetic sedatives; prepping the patient for surgery; sterilizing equipment and surgical margins; intubation and post-surgical extubation; monitor anesthesia and document levels of Isoflourine and oxygen; provide post-surgical recovery and alert veterinarian of any possible complications.
Compose detailed documentation regarding client concerns, patient symptoms and surgery summaries. Reviewed files with customers and professional staff ensuring employees and customers held the same narrative of their services rendered.
SKILLS
Research and Data Gathering Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
Strong Leadership Skills Punctual and Professional Public Speaking Experienced in use of Microsoft Office
Fluent in Veterinary Terminology