Jemelia Hosking

• Seeded 4500ha of mixed wheat, barley, and canola
• Operated John Deere 9R 490/ DBS ausplow air seeder
• Performed daily inspections, ensuring optimal tractor performance.
• Operated auger on mother bin

• Rearing Beef Wagyu Calves, Frisian Bull Calves, Hereford Calves, Replacement Heifers and Cross Breds.
• Yard work/Animal health for both calves and youngstock grazers.

- Pushing up in yards/race

- Weighing

- Drenching

- Jabbing

- Tagging

- DNA Testing

- Treating

- Recording

- Sexing

- Keeping work area clean and tidy

• Shifting stock
• Feeding in shed/outdoor calves milk on feeder/meal
• Shed disinfection, general hygiene
• Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
• Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
• Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.

• Kept pens, calf feeders and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support the calves wellbeing.
• Examined calves for signs of sickness and overall herd health. Notified to supervisor.
• Rotated calves between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
• Examined calves growths, individual behaviours, feeding patterns and other data - noting tag numbers/trends, and identifying areas of concern.
• Drenched, weighed and medicated calves.
• Heavy lifted (eg. milk buckets, calves)

• Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Made visits to farms to assist with animal emergencies.
• Seasonal work - Pregnancy Scanning Recorder, Teatseal/Dry Cow, Lame cows, Farm Client Deliveries, Johnes/Bovis Bleeds/Assisting Vets, Jabbing, Drench Testing, Drug knowledge,
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
• Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments.
• Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.

• Made visits to farms to assist the large animal veterinarian with call-out emergencies, injuries, horse dentals, AI programmes (CIDR), blood testing, jabbing, disbudding calves, metri-checking, medicating animals, pregnancy scan recorder, lame cows etc.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Performed duties on farm in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Greeted owners/farmers and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
• Cleaned and disinfected areas and surgical equipment to prevent diseases.
• Answered owners/farmers animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
• Carried out day-day-day duties on farm call-outs accurately and efficiently.

• Carried out day-day-day Teat Seal duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
• Cleaned and disinfected trailer and working area.
• Made visits to farms to assist with drying-off heifers.

• Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
• Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded.
• Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.
• Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
• Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
• Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment, working alone with up to 30 dogs.
• Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
• Instructed owners and dogs on basic obedience commands using different techniques to match dogs' drives for reward.
• Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviour to formulate possible solutions.
• Kept cages, kennels, play and grooming areas neat and clean.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.

• Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
• Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
• Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
• Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
• Welcomed customers upon arrival and ushered pets to holding kennels or group play areas.
• Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.

• Administered care for animals and reported signs of illness, disease, and injury to veterinarians.
• Monitored animal playgroups for aggressive behaviour in order to maintain safety of pet participants.
• Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
• Monitored and maintained food, water and medication of boarded animals according to guidelines.
• Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
• Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing and grooming.
• Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
• Educated clients and answered questions regarding dietary products and and supplies.