Jessica Crawford
Yarragundry,NSW
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Knowledgeable employee experienced in fulfilling animal health requirements. Skilled handler with absolute comfort controlling and calming animals. Dependable worker knowledgeable about farm equipment and machinery and capable of performing routine maintenance and repairs. Skilled at feeding, watering and exercising livestock.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Wynyard Veterinary Clinic
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anaesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Ensured effective recovery after surgical procedures through diligent post-operative monitoring and care of patients.
- Provided exceptional customer service through professional interactions with clients at the front desk, over the phone, or via email communications.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate nursing support and assistance during examinations, surgeries, and treatments.
- Reduced stress levels of hospitalized animals through continuous monitoring, comfort measures, and appropriate environmental adjustments.
- Safeguarded animal welfare by recognizing signs of pain or distress in patients undergoing treatments or observations on-site at the clinic.
- Supported veterinarians in successfully diagnosing complex cases by performing diagnostic imaging such as radiographs.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Educated pet owners on preventive healthcare measures, enhancing overall pet wellness within the practice''s clientele base.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Performed laboratory tests to diagnose illnesses and monitor ongoing treatment progress.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odours.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Farm Hand/Dairy Milker
Glenwood, Tascor
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning the dairy to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Operated farm machinery such as tractors, quad bikes and buggy's.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Herded livestock using working dogs
- Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
Animal Attendant
Wynyard Veterinary Clinic
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
Labourer and Milker
KN & SK Jolliffe
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Quickly and accurately prepared milking equipment and cows for milking according to cow-specific instructions.
- Handled dairy animals calmly but firmly during routine procedures such as vaccinations, reducing stress on both animal and handler alike.
- Identified signs of illness or injury in dairy animals, ensuring prompt treatment to maintain overall herd health.
- Milked 300+ cows using milking machinery.
- Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Herded livestock using buggy's.
Farm Hand/labourer
Banyandah Pastoral Company
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Herded livestock using horses or buggy's
- Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites
- handled working dogs
- operated stock yards
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
Work Experience - Animal Shelter
Glenfield Animal Shelter
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload.
- Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
- Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
- Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
- Maintained detailed records of animal care and feeding schedules to track animal care and history.
Education
Certificate II - Agriculture
Hellyer College
Burnie, TAS11.2021
Certificate II - Animal Studies
Hellyer College
Burnie, TAS11.2021
Tasmanian Certificate of Education -
Hellyer College
Burnie, TAS11.2021
No Degree - Year 7 - Year 11
The Riverina Anglican Collage
Wagga Wagga, NSW10.2020
Skills
- Veterinary nursing
- Chainsaw Operation
- Farm equipment operation
- Animal Nutrition
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Livestock Handling
- Property Maintenance
- Livestock care
- Customer/Client relations
Horse and dog training
I have always ridden horses which has lead me to build an interest in training. I own two horses of my own one of which I have educated since he was green (young). Dog training became and interest of mine when I started working with live stock. My husband and I now have two working dog which we have trained together and have recently started breeding working dogs.
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Wynyard Veterinary Clinic
06.2023 - Current
Farm Hand/Dairy Milker
Glenwood, Tascor
05.2022 - 06.2023
Animal Attendant
Wynyard Veterinary Clinic
04.2021 - 05.2022
Labourer and Milker
KN & SK Jolliffe
11.2020 - 12.2020
Work Experience - Animal Shelter
Glenfield Animal Shelter
06.2019 - 06.2019
Farm Hand/labourer
Banyandah Pastoral Company
01.2015 - 12.2019
Certificate II - Agriculture
Hellyer College
Certificate II - Animal Studies
Hellyer College
Tasmanian Certificate of Education -
Hellyer College
No Degree - Year 7 - Year 11
The Riverina Anglican Collage
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