KAREN LANGTVED
Sangudo,Canada
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Writer: Fiction and Non-Fiction
Freelance Writer
01.2020 - Current
Contract Administrative Assistant, Part-Time, Remote
Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians (EASAV)
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Support the board of directors with agendas and minutes of monthly meetings
- Post Continuing Education opportunities on social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Contract Administrative Assistant, Home-Based
Agriculture Service Board (ASB)
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Write and edit communication, documents, and emails
- Organize, edit and maintain website pages and files on Google drive
Library Manager, Part-Time
Seba Beach Public Library
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed, maintained, and circulated library collections, facilitated patron programming
- Supported board of directors with agendas and minutes of library meetings
Pharmacy Assistant, Part-Time 0.4 FTE
Alberta Health Services, Mayerthorpe Healthcare Centre
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained inventory, and processed invoices and purchase orders
- Under Pharmacist supervision, filled prescription orders for patients in different units of hospital
Assistant Director/Bookkeeper, Relief Thrift Store Manager
The Ripple Connection Support Centre
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Initiated grant applications for ongoing programs
- Assisted with client interactions, financial processing, and social media promotions
Administrative Assistant, Contract
Barrhead and District Chamber of Commerce
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Liaised with the voluntary board for two meetings per month as well as external Chamber contacts
- Assisted with local business communications by email and phone
- Financial processing, Facebook and website promotions and updates
Registered Animal Health Technologist (RVT) / Receptionist
Sangudo Veterinary Clinic
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided exemplary veterinary client service in mixed animal practice
- Coordinated integrity of patient and client records; monitored and maintained required inventory
Administrative Support III, Casual, Mental Health Services, Addiction Services, and Chronic Disease Management
Alberta Health Services
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Provided administrative services for clients dealing with Mental Health and Addictions issues
- Promoted and registered clients for programs and services
- Maintained confidentiality and integrity of client records
Public Library Manager and Secretary for Friends of the Sangudo Public Library Society
Sangudo Public Library
09.2016 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with Lac Ste
- Anne County and FCSS for support, programming, and grant proposals
- Reported library activities and initiatives, prepared agendas, and minutes for Society meetings
- Supervised activities of library staff and volunteers
- Developed administrative budget, policies, and procedures for efficient library management
- Advertised, marketed, and promoted resources and programs through print and social media
- Developed collections and provided readers’ advisory based on community interests
Customer Service Representative (0.4 FTE)
ATB Financial
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided client financial transactions, promote products to clients for savings, credit cards, etc
- Daily bank balance and deposits
Library Clerk, Substitute Staff: Educational Assistant, Secretary
Northern Gateway/Sangudo Community School
09.2013 - 11.2017
- Supported literacy, numeracy, competency development, student learning outcomes and research activities within the Library/Learning Commons
- Provided student circulation, managed student and item records in computer system
- Worked collaboratively and co-operatively with teachers, support staff and parents
Education
Diploma - Library and Information Management
Grant MacEwan College
Diploma - Animal Health Technology
Fairview College
Fairview, ABGrade 12 Diploma -
Kelowna Senior Secondary School
Kelowna, BCSkills
- Strong Communicator
- Passion for Mental Health
- Collaborative Relationships
- Creative writing
- Editing
- Grammar usage
- Strong research skills
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of five veterinary professionals in the development and presentation of "How to Stay Well while Navigating Complaints".
Certification
- Veterinary Human Support Certificate Program, University of Tennessee/Knoxville, 07/22
- Emotional CPR (eCPR) Certificate of Completion, National Empowerment Center, 07/22
- Certificate of Participation: SPRAM (Suicide Prevention, Risk Assessment & Management), Alberta Health Services, 09/21
- Certificate of Completion: Bookkeeping Basics (Bookkeeping & Accounting), Udemy, 08/21
- Certificate of Participation, Mental Health First Aid Basics, Mental Health Commission of Canada, 11/19
Current Professional And Volunteer Affiliations
- Alberta Veterinary Technologist Association (ABVTA), President
- Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA), Member Wellness Advisory Committee
- Not One More Vet (NOMV), Education Committee Member
- CAP (Classroom Agriculture Program)/Ag for Life, Presenter
- International Association of Veterinary Social Work, Member
Previous Professional And Volunteer Affiliations
- Mayerthorpe Public Library, Board Trustee
- Woodlot Association of Alberta (WAA), Private Woodlot Owner/Member/Association Secretary
- Yellowhead Regional Library (YRL), Public Libraries Council Director
- Sangudo Community: Canada 150 and Community Celebration, Master of Ceremonies
- Lac Ste. Anne County, Library Board Member
- Cherhill 4H Multi-club, Volunteer Judge for Public Speaking
Qualifications
Courteous and helpful first point of contact, Practice the FISH! Philosophy of Customer Service, Flexible scheduling opportunities, Effective writing skills for marketing and promotions, Efficient processes in meeting functions; agendas, minutes, bylaws, and resolutions, Able to work independently and as a team member, Positive, established relationships with community members of all ages, Competent Toastmaster Award, Advanced experience in a Windows-based environment, Use of design programs for presentations, documents, and newsletters, Highly adaptable to modern technologies, Skilled in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Google meeting platforms, Develop and maintain posts on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn social media, Website content management, Internet and e-resource researching
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Alberta Veterinary Technologist Association
- Alberta Veterinary Medical Association
- Not One More Vet
- International Association of Veterinary Social Work
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkPart TimeGig WorkWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsQuote
I don't expect easy, I just need possible
Karen Langtved
Interests
Writing
Nature
Baking
Timeline
Contract Administrative Assistant, Home-Based
Agriculture Service Board (ASB)
03.2024 - 05.2024
Contract Administrative Assistant, Part-Time, Remote
Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians (EASAV)
01.2023 - 03.2025
Library Manager, Part-Time
Seba Beach Public Library
01.2023 - 06.2023
Pharmacy Assistant, Part-Time 0.4 FTE
Alberta Health Services, Mayerthorpe Healthcare Centre
11.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant Director/Bookkeeper, Relief Thrift Store Manager
The Ripple Connection Support Centre
04.2021 - 09.2021
Administrative Assistant, Contract
Barrhead and District Chamber of Commerce
11.2020 - 04.2021
Writer: Fiction and Non-Fiction
Freelance Writer
01.2020 - Current
Registered Animal Health Technologist (RVT) / Receptionist
Sangudo Veterinary Clinic
04.2019 - 01.2020
Customer Service Representative (0.4 FTE)
ATB Financial
09.2018 - 01.2019
Administrative Support III, Casual, Mental Health Services, Addiction Services, and Chronic Disease Management
Alberta Health Services
11.2017 - 04.2019
Public Library Manager and Secretary for Friends of the Sangudo Public Library Society
Sangudo Public Library
09.2016 - 04.2019
Library Clerk, Substitute Staff: Educational Assistant, Secretary
Northern Gateway/Sangudo Community School
09.2013 - 11.2017
Diploma - Animal Health Technology
Fairview College
Grade 12 Diploma -
Kelowna Senior Secondary School
Diploma - Library and Information Management
Grant MacEwan College
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