I ensure the health and humane handling of animals entering the food supply while overseeing the processing of meat and meat products, including pathologic examination of animals, regulatory oversight of facilities, and supervision of public health support staff.

-Determined need for diagnostic capabilities on a state-by-state and regional basis-Created guidelines regarding WNS assays and submission information & diagnostic laboratory network

Mentor to veterinary students in examining and caring for shelter animals

Vaccinations and microchipping of well pets, supervision of clinic volunteers at monthly wellness clinics

-Post-doctoral Research Associate-Wildlife Disease Diagnostician and Surveillance Coordinator for White-Nose Syndrome, Snake Fungal Disease, and Chronic Wasting Disease-Performed diagnostic necropsies and assays on various species-Extensive research on White-Nose Syndrome, performing diagnostic assays on bats throughout the SE USA-Developed new protocols to streamline activities and advance research objectives-Frequently worked independently with little supervision-Supervised lab technicians and students

-Emergency Veterinarian-Triage, ICU, and outpatient care in fast-paced environment -Sole veterinarian on duty, supervised technicians, assistants, and receptionists-Relief May-June 2012, full-time July-December 2012-Sporadic relief work as needed

-Primary care in high volume field setting, including spay/neuter and sick pet care -Ability to deal with diverse clients in often difficult situations-Mentored students in medical & communication skills -2 week long volunteer field clinics

-Wellness exams, sick pet care, and surgery during day practice -Often sole veterinarian at hospital, responsible for overseeing technicians and administrative staff

-Supervised healthy pet vaccine clinic-Performed sterilization surgeries