Hardworking and reliable professional with a strong focus on exceptional client and patient care. Adaptable and committed to delivering high-quality service in any environment. Leadership and teamwork skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Attendant
Bide Awhile
05.2025 - Current
Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears, and providing other types of basic care.
Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
Consulted with veterinary professionals to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Contained disease by upholding Strict isolation protocols.
Veterinary Assistant -6 Week Practicum
Penhorn Animal Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Collected and prepared specimens and samples for laboratory analysis.
Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Assisted in providing Fear free visits for staff and patients.
Residential Cleaner / Supervisor
Cleaning Naturally
01.2017 - 10.2023
Skills:
Excellent attention to detail
Can lead a team
Works well independently
Excellent customer service
Physically capable of being active and on feet all day.
Takes constructive criticism well
Housekeeper
Best Western Hotel and Conference Center
08.2013 - 11.2013
Skills Used
Attention to detail
Organization
Team work
Customer Service/Supervisor
Sobeys
06.2011 - 07.2013
Skills Used
Supervising of other employees
Reputable amongst clientele
Leadership
Conflict Resolution
Packaging merchandise
Instructor
Grasshopper's Martial Art School
09.2009 - 06.2012
Skills Used
Teaching
Leadership
Relationship building
Organization and Planning
Education
Graduated -
Prince Andrew High School
Dartmouth, NS
01.2013
Veterinary Assistant Certification - Veterinary Medicine
Maritime Business College
Halifax, NS
07-2025
Skills
Effective communication
Positive and professional
Adaptability and Reliability
Hardworking and dedicated
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant -6 Week Practicum
Penhorn Animal Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
Kennel Attendant
Bide Awhile
05.2025 - Current
Residential Cleaner / Supervisor
Cleaning Naturally
01.2017 - 10.2023
Housekeeper
Best Western Hotel and Conference Center
08.2013 - 11.2013
Customer Service/Supervisor
Sobeys
06.2011 - 07.2013
Instructor
Grasshopper's Martial Art School
09.2009 - 06.2012
Graduated -
Prince Andrew High School
Veterinary Assistant Certification - Veterinary Medicine