Within my professional and education life my interests are in animal health, animal behavior and epidemiology In my personal life I enjoy hiking with my german shepherd and cooking for my family
Mackenzie Curtis
York
Summary
Dedicated kennel assistant with 3+ years experience in a referral teaching hospital. Certifications in K9 CPR and fear free handling, currently enrolled in recover BSL/ALS. I am finishing my first year of a BSc in Biology at the University of Prince Edward Island, with the aspirations to pursue a specialization in life sciences. Within my team at AVC I am known for de-escalating stressful situations with large breed aggressive, fearful or reactive patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kennel Assisstant
University Of Prince Edward Island
03.2022 - Current
- Help restrain and assist for various procedures such as IV catheter placements, urinary catheter placements, and laceration repairs.
- Help de-escalate situations with fearful, reactive, or aggressive patients with methods learned from fear free.
- Assist in various routine and emergent examinations.
- Basic cleaning of hospital equipment, kennels, treatment spaces, exam rooms, and isolation with the use of infection control polices.
- Stock various supplies throughout the hospital.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, None05-2028
High School Diploma -
Charlottetown Rural High School
Charlottetown, PE06-2020
Skills
- Animal care
- Medical records - smartflow
- Stress-free care techniques
- Work prioritization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Certification
- Fear Free Certified Professional - Fear Free Pets.
- K9 CPR Certification
- Recover BLS/ALS - currently enrolled
Interests
Timeline
Kennel Assisstant
University Of Prince Edward Island
03.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Prince Edward Island
High School Diploma -
Charlottetown Rural High School
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