Responsible for rooming patients, assisting the doctor during exams, screening patients, and discussing patient care with clients.

Currently training as a Pet Stylist, working toward certification through Petco Grooming Academy. Responsibilities include bathing, brushing, and prepping pets for grooming, performing nail trims, ear cleaning, and mastering breed-specific haircuts. Gaining expertise in grooming techniques for a wide range of breeds, including clipper work, scissoring, and precision styling tailored to each breed’s coat type. Focused on developing handling skills, ensuring pet safety and comfort, and maintaining high grooming standards throughout the process.

Gained valuable experience in a veterinary hospital by managing patient check-ins and check-outs for both doctor and vet tech appointments. Responsibilities included rooming patients, assisting doctors during appointments, and preparing treatment plans. Conducted technician appointments for procedures such as administering vaccines, microchips, nail trims, anal gland expressions, blood draws, and collecting lab samples for in-house diagnostics. Provided support in restraining patients during exams and procedures to ensure a safe environment for doctors, staff, and pets. Assisted in the preparation of surgical packs, managed tools for surgeries and dental procedures, monitored the health of hospitalized pets post-surgery, and aided in euthanasia appointments. Coordinated Antech lab pick-ups and upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the hospital. Underwent training in X-rays, ultrasounds, catheter placement, and anesthesia monitoring to further enhance skills.

Experienced in providing exceptional grooming services for dogs and cats, specializing in bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, paw pad maintenance, sanitary trims, and dental care. Trained under highly skilled groomers, developing a strong foundation in grooming techniques. Knowledgeable in specialized treatments such as de-shedding, flea and tick management, medicated baths, and creative color applications. Committed to maintaining salon sanitation at the highest standard, ensuring a clean and safe environment for both pets and staff. Recognized for delivering high-quality grooming results while ensuring a positive experience for all pets, with a proven track record of satisfied clients.

Collaborated with veterinarians and clinic personnel to deliver exceptional care for dogs and cats. Conducted patient screenings and performed in-house blood tests, including heartworm and feline leukemia, while preparing lab samples for Antech lab pick-ups. Performed a variety of procedures, such as anal gland expression, nail trimming, vaccinations, microchipping, blood draws, ear cytology, ear cleaning, fluorescein staining for eye assessments, and treatment of skin allergies. Assisted in restraining patients to help the veterinarian perform examinations and procedures safely. Managed medical records and inventory, ensuring accurate filing and labeling of prescriptions. Provided essential support to other clinics as needed, enhancing overall patient care and operational efficiency.

Completed comprehensive full-time training as a Junior Pet Stylist under highly skilled grooming instructors, including an online assessment and practical skills evaluation. Specialized in bathing, brushing, nail trims, ear cleaning, and dental care. Gained expertise in animal behavior to ensure pet safety and comfort for a stress-free grooming experience. Provided excellent customer service to pet parents.

Acquired valuable research experience in immunology while working under highly regarded scientists in a laboratory setting. Contributed to packaging and labeling antibody cocktail panels for clinical applications, gaining expertise in clinical flow cytometry and managing lab inventory. Ensured lab quality by calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment, including the BDCANTOII flow cytometer, while adhering to strict lab safety protocols.