Decatur Veterinary Assistant
Resume:
J O H N B A G G E T T
*******@*****.***
Decatur, Alabama 35601
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Attentive Kennel Manager with good business skills and expertise in procedures and requirements. Efficient and proactive supervisor with exceptional task delegation and performance evaluation skills. Keeps team on-track with regular monitoring, training, and management of workflows to provide a safe and proficient work environment. SKILLS
Employee monitoring Oversee logging operations
Monitor safety Personnel training and leadership
Crew member performance Care management
EXPERIENCE
Kennel Manager, Bryan Animal Clinic, May 2017 Jun 2020, Decatur, Alabama Interviewed and hired new animal care specialists to handle needs of animals under care.
Reviewed work of animal care staff to identify and resolve deficiencies affecting smooth operations or animal wellbeing.
Inventoried animals daily and checked on conditions to proactively spot health concerns.
Managed general cleanliness and sanitation to minimize risk of illness. Created daily staff schedules to handle changing animal levels and population makeup.
Divided, enforced, and optimized kennel policies to protect animals and business operations.
Treated animal illnesses or injuries, following instructions of veterinarians. Identified and eliminated unsafe conditions or practices at job sites to ensure staff safety and OSHA compliance.
Coordinated the material, equipment and team resources needed to complete each job.
Maintained records of medications given to patients post examination and surgical procedures.
Worked within Avimark Software to maintain animal, operational, and employee records.
Veterinary Assistant, Bryan Animal Clinic, May 2014 Jul 2016, Decatur, Alabama Stocked examination rooms, prepared treatment areas and kept the animal kennels clean.
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May 2014
Quickly responded to emergencies with sick or injured animals, delivering immediate care and stabilizing them for further treatment.
Supported veterinarians during surgical procedures by preparing the equipment and passing instruments and materials.
Filled prescriptions, performed laboratory work, and helped with diagnostic radiology. Helped to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries in particular animals by assisting veterinarians with their examinations.
Fed animals according to their specific diets and schedules to enhance their recovery. Monitored the animals recovering from surgeries to quickly identify any issues with their progress.
Delivered compassionate care and home-away-from-home for hospitalized pets. Performed medical procedures such as vaccinations, blood collection, and catheter placement.
Cleaned, maintained and sterilized the instruments and equipment used in various procedures.
Trimmed nails, expressed anal glands, and swabbed ears along with other hygienic procedures.
Finished all tasks and job duties, adhering to deadlines to avoid delays. Managed daily tasks consistently and sought out opportunities to go beyond requirements and support business targets.
Athletic Field Maintenance Worker, Decatur City Schools, May 2013 Aug 2013, Decatur, Alabama
Surveyed areas to determine and prioritize groundskeeping projects. Completed landscaping and planning work in line with company policies and public safety standards.
Operated power equipment, such as weed eaters, lawn mowers, and tractors. Kept lawn and trees healthy by applying chemicals, including fertilizer and pesticides. Repaired and maintained grounds by cleaning, planting, fertilizing, mowing, and pruning.
Inspected premises regularly and reported repair needs to the head director. (Jerry Adcock)
Maintained workout area as well as workout equipment to maintain professional appearance as well as cleanliness.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Decatur High School Decatur, Alabama
Graduated with honors.
GPA 3.7.
Business Administration
Calhoun Community College Tanner, Alabama
Business Administration
Troy University Troy, Alabama
87 Credit hours of college experience.
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