Laurie Allen

• Administered vaccinations and medications to equine patients following established protocols.
• Monitored vital signs and assisted in diagnostic procedures during clinical evaluations.
• Collaborated with veterinarians to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
• Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for efficient operations.
• Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
• Implemented improved record-keeping practices, enhancing accuracy of patient information management.
• Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
• Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
• Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
• Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
• Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
• Provided emergency care for injured animals, significantly reducing recovery time.
• Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.

• Managed office communications, ensuring timely responses and effective information dissemination.
• Coordinated calendar scheduling, optimizing executive time and meeting efficiency.
• Developed filing systems, enhancing document retrieval and organization processes.
• Assisted in budget tracking, supporting financial accuracy and resource allocation.

Barn Lead

• Ensures working environment follows established guidelines and safety procedures.
• Observes animals and notifies supervisor of signs of illness.
• Performs daily husbandry tasks, including administering medications based on individual needs, preparing food, and maintaining a safe and sanitary working area for all animal habitats.
• Evaluates employee performance - coaches and trains to improve weak areas.

Attraction Lead

• Proactively engages with guests and respond to guest inquiries.
• Conducts daily inspections of amusement park rides to verify functionality and safety.
• Trains new ride operators on safety procedures and ride operations.
• Promotes safety of visitors and mitigates liability risks by monitoring recreation areas, enforcing rules and safety policies.
• Builds and establishes positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.

Equine Trainer

• Directs training of over 25 horses during 5-year tenure and leverages opportunities to assess behaviors and correct problems early.
• Trains employees and equine on natural horsemanship techniques.
• Maintains animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to supervisors for consultation with veterinarians.
• Observes animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors and instructs staff on proper animal handling procedures.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes company's involvement in special events.
• Delivers public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
• Modifies undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques and positive reinforcement.