
Professional with proven leadership at California National Primate Research Center, excelling in animal husbandry and technical services. Skilled in critical thinking and effective communication, Enhanced care quality and team performance while managing multiple tasks.
Provide LEAD support as well as perform all aspects of animal husbandry in the outdoor colony environment. Oversee and assign technicians in providing the daily care of nonhuman primates including feeding, watering, animal health observations and providing environmental enrichment, following established schedules and practices which includes assuring animal husbandry, preventive health programs, and technical support with experimental procedures are completed with quality assurance. Perform technical services such as; draw blood, collecting fecal samples, administering treatments and injections. Handles, identifies, receives and transports animals. Monitors and records environmental parameters and conditions. Responsible for environmental maintenance, basic animal care, employee safety, and conducting proper technical procedures as requested by supervisors, principal investigators, or veterinarians.
Assisted in patient intake and assessment processes, ensuring accurate data collection. Managed appointment scheduling and follow-ups to optimize patient flow and care continuity. Administered medications and monitored patients for side effects, enhancing treatment outcomes. Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices to ensure high-quality care delivery. Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment. Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.