CHARLOTTE MATTHEWS
Chattanooga
Summary
Animal care professional with a pending degree from the University of Georgia, possessing hands-on experience in veterinary medicine, wildlife handling, and shelter operations. Proficient in animal restraint, medical care, and guest interaction. Actively seeking a summer position to support wildlife conservation or outdoor guest programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Middle Valley Animal Hospital
Hixson
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians and technicians in patient care, examinations, and treatments while maintaining accurate medical records.
- Acquired skills in administering subcutaneous fluids, performing radiographs, and placing IV catheters in large dogs.
- Communicated professionally with clients to address concerns and provide updates on patient status.
Team Leader/Head Lifeguard
Camp All-American
Johns Creek
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Facilitated professional development for high school counselors in training.
- Managed lifeguard team, ensuring safety protocols and maintaining high standards at pool facilities.
- Engaged with campers, families, and the public to foster community and promote core values.
- Led athletic and educational activities, enhancing developmental learning for early elementary-aged children.
Student
UGA’s Conservation Medicine and Biology Program
San Juan
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Monitored vital signs and assessed overall wellness of wildlife, contributing to their health management in human care.
- Safely restrained birds, reptiles, and mammals for medical procedures and transfers.
- Collected and measured lizards for research purposes.
- Tracked wild tapirs; trapped, examined, and released meso-mammals.
Volunteer
Save the Horses
Cumming
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided husbandry and enrichment services to improve welfare of rescued equines and farm animals.
Pet Care Specialist
Athens Area Humane Society
Athens
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided daily husbandry care and enrichment for shelter cats and dogs.
- Restrained, and trained animals in a professional and safe manner.
- Provided empathetic customer service to foster client relationships.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, handled phone inquiries, and welcomed guests.
- Contributed to team success through flexibility, effective communication, and problem-solving.
Education
BSFR - Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
University of Georgia
05-2026
Skills
Management and leadership skills
Problem solving
Communication
Microsoft Word
Avimark
ArcGIS Pro
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Middle Valley Animal Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Pet Care Specialist
Athens Area Humane Society
01.2025 - 07.2025
Student
UGA’s Conservation Medicine and Biology Program
06.2024 - 07.2024
Volunteer
Save the Horses
12.2023 - 01.2024
Team Leader/Head Lifeguard
Camp All-American
06.2018 - 08.2022
BSFR - Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
University of Georgia