Karlee Brock
Chesterfield
Summary
Provided attentive care and support to pets, addressing individual needs and preferences. Assisted in training and calming animals according to specific schedules. Collaborated with pet owners to deliver high-quality care and service.
Experienced with animal handling, medical assistance, and client communication. Utilizes skills in patient monitoring, medication administration, and maintaining clean facilities. Knowledge of veterinary protocols and procedures ensures quality care and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Assistant
River City Veterinary Hospital
Richmond, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in administering treatments and medications to animals.
- Managed patient records using veterinary software systems for accuracy and compliance.
- Provided compassionate care and support to animals during examinations and procedures.
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and preventive health measures.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments.
- Assisted in emergency situations calmly while supporting veterinarians with critical care procedures to stabilize patients quickly.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures such as radiographs, bloodwork analysis, and urine testing for comprehensive patient evaluations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by updating patient files with medical histories, diagnoses, and prescribed treatments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, surgical suites, and kennels.
Dog Sitter
No Employer
Richmond, VA
01.2020 - Current
- Prepared and implemented customized schedules for individual canine clients, ensuring all needs were met.
- Provided compassionate care to dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments.
- Walked and exercised dogs in accordance with owner instructions.
- Ensured that each dog was provided with food, water, and rest as needed.
- Observed behavior of animals to detect signs of illness or injury.
- Monitored health condition of pets on an ongoing basis and reported any changes to owners promptly.
- Administered medication to pets according to veterinarian instructions when necessary.
- Communicated effectively with pet owners regarding their concerns or questions about the care of their animal companions.
- Provided grooming services such as brushing fur and trimming nails when requested.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
Dining Services Employee
Brandermill Woods Senior Living
Richmond, VA
12.2022 - 03.2025
- Greeted customers and provided them with menus.
- Assisted in preparing food items such as salads, sandwiches, and desserts.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Stocked service areas with supplies such as condiments and other dining necessities.
- Recorded customer orders accurately into the point-of-sale system.
- Delivered food to customers in a timely manner while observing safety standards.
- Verified accuracy of orders upon delivery to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Prepared drinks for customers according to recipes specified by the restaurant.
- Served meals to customers at their tables in accordance with proper etiquette guidelines.
- Supported other team members when needed during peak hours or special events.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
Lifeguard Manager
Swim Metro Management
Richmond , VA
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Managed the daily operations of a lifeguard team, including scheduling shifts, assigning duties and monitoring performance.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed, maintained up-to-date records and responded to emergency situations promptly.
- Communicated regularly with pool supervisors to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines set forth by local authorities.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies such as first aid kits were fully stocked at all times during operational hours.
- Created monthly reports summarizing pool activity data, attendance records and other relevant information for management review.
- Supervised maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters, testing chemicals and inspecting equipment for signs of wear or damage.
- Monitored daily pool activities and lifeguard performance.
- Maintained constant surveillance of pool or body of water to appropriately react to emergency situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VASkills
- Courteous Phone Demeanor
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Reliable and Responsible
- Ability to Lift Up to 50 Pounds
- Conflict and Complaint Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Patient and Friendly
- Care Plan Adherence
- Physical Stamina and Fitness
- Needs Assessment
- First Aid
- Medical record-keeping
- Client communication
- Veterinary terminology
- Laboratory skills
- Animal handling
- Animal safety
- Medication administration
Affiliations
- Soccer
- Gardening
- Baby-sitting
- Art/Crafting
- Farming
Accomplishments
- President of DECA at Manchester High School
Education
Some College
High School Advanced Diploma
Timeline
Vet Assistant
River City Veterinary Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Dining Services Employee
Brandermill Woods Senior Living
12.2022 - 03.2025
Dog Sitter
No Employer
01.2020 - Current
Lifeguard Manager
Swim Metro Management
05.2018 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
John Tyler Community College