Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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VANESSA SELLERS

Nashville,TN

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Southern Veterinary Partners
03.2024 - Current
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Collected patient blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
  • Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
  • Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.

Animal Care Technician

Metro Animal Care & Control
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.
  • Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Provided client service by educating owners on essential animal care practices and answered questions.
  • Promoted a caring attitude towards all animals and treat animals humanely and with compassion at all times, regardless of circumstances, including those that are sick, injured, feral, or aggressive.
  • Assisted with animal intake, evaluation, and medical treatment as directed, including disease prevention and reduction efforts.

Receptionist-Adoption/Intake Coordinator

Cheatham County Animal Control
10.2019 - 10.2022
  • Experienced with social media and communications platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
  • Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
  • Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
  • Provide care to animals such as; bathing, administering vaccinations, medications, cleaning and sanitizing kennels
  • Managed intakes and scheduled appointments; dispatched calls to Animal Control Officers.

Key Holder

Once Upon A Child
10.2017 - 12.2020
  • Examined merchandise to ensure that it was correctly priced and displayed and that it functions as advertised
  • Provided customer service by greeting and assisting customers and responding to customer inquiries and complaints
  • Engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts and in performing services for customers
  • Assigned employees to specific duties.

Baker

Gigi's Cupcakes
06.2017 - 09.2020
  • Operated cash registers and processed payments accurately.
  • Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Replenished bakery items in display cases.
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
  • Processed customer orders and payment transactions.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN
12-2026

Skills

  • Familiarity with animals, knowledge of animal behavior
  • Ability to work with animals of unknown disposition
  • Assisting in the vaccination, examination, performance of medical treatments, and, euthanasia as needed
  • Assessing the temperament of the animals to facilitate finding the best possible placement for each individual animal
  • Providing a healthy, safe, clean and pleasant environment and facilities for the animals and the public
  • Maintaining a friendly demeanor and providing good customer service while assisting with adoptions
  • Information Collection and Recording
  • Medication Documentation
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Critical Thinking
  • Animal Examinations
  • Animal Behavior Education
  • Effective Customer Communication

Certification

  • Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician
  • Fear Free Certified
  • Dogs Playing for Life

References

REFERENCES:

 Brittany Sellers — Cheatham County Animal Control Director Of Animal Control Agency Director (931) 401-2185 brittany.sellers3@gmail.com

Louis Beaty — One Hour Heating & Air Sales Representative Previous Coworker, friend (931) 302-3447 

Danielle Orlando- Kennel Supervisor 615-862-7928

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Southern Veterinary Partners
03.2024 - Current

Animal Care Technician

Metro Animal Care & Control
10.2022 - 08.2023

Receptionist-Adoption/Intake Coordinator

Cheatham County Animal Control
10.2019 - 10.2022

Key Holder

Once Upon A Child
10.2017 - 12.2020

Baker

Gigi's Cupcakes
06.2017 - 09.2020

Associate of Science - Biology

Nashville State Community College

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