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Tyana Jernigan

Suffolk

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills. Possesses in-depth experience in working with individuals of diverse populations on mental health, social, communication, and interpersonal skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to the well-being of others.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Ivy Rehab Network
09.2023 - Current

· Worked both independently & collaboratively w/fellow caregivers; used in-house resources, problem resolution procedures, & principles of applied behavior analysis to facilitate student learning

· Collects daily session data & submits session notes to insurance companies; ensured clients received critical resources for continued medical treatment services

· Coordinated, planned, & managed client/patient schedules weekly; streamlined customer service

· Maintained client dignity with discrete professionalism according to HIPPA standards

· Applied child psychology principles/awareness; mentored special needs children and ensured their emotional comfort and safety in a variety of areas; eased social anxiety in learning environment

· Strong critical thinker-used analytical skills to assess client’s deficits; introduced music therapy techniques which greatly improved educational outcome

  • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client progress and skill development.

Veterinary Assistant

Ghent Veterinary Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2023
  • Kept detailed medical records, documents, and emotional health reports; adhered to AAHA hospital regulations/risk management procedures
  • Obtained and recorded patient medical history during routine wellness and physical examinations
  • Acquired fecal/urinalysis samples for laboratory testing; examined parasites/aided in diagnosis
  • Conducted 30+ weekly laboratory diagnostics, heartworm tests/ear cytologies/FeLV/FIV tests
  • Performed hospital-specific protocols daily; identified highly infectious diseases daily, such as parvovirus, distemper, and kennel cough to limit exposure to other patients
  • Assisted team members performing client service rep duties, including answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and transferring calls
  • Assisted 3 veterinarians and 4 vet technicians with lab work and prepping procedures including dental, spay, and neuter surgeries for dogs/cats; encouraged teamwork
  • Checked-in 25+ patients weekly, transferred assistance calls, and facilitated payment for veterinarian health services; streamlined hospital payment operations/flow
  • Conducted hospital care/dentistry duties; assisted 150+ pet owners/team members wkly


Veterinary Assistant

Center of Veterinary Expertise
10.2017 - 03.2021
  • Disinfected/Sterilized/Stored 50+ dental surgical instruments weekly; maintained OSHA safety guidelines and facility cleanliness
  • Cleaned, sterilized, and maintained 20+ kennels, 30+ runs/operating rooms daily; efforts eliminated cross contamination/lowered risk of pathogenic culmination
  • Displayed high surgical interest, assisted dentistry surgeon/technicians w/ animal restraints for catheter placements, inductions, & 100+ procedures weekly
  • Prepped dental suites for 40+ surgical operations monthly; limited turnover time by 40%
  • Monitored/restocked exam rooms and treatment area 30+ hours weekly; ensured item availability
  • Assisted 20+ animals weekly with personal hygiene needs and post-operative care

Education

Associate of Science - General Studies

Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VA

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2022

Skills

  • Strong teaching presence
  • Adaptive lesson planning
  • Interpersonal communication
  • CPR certification
  • Breathing exercises
  • Cooperative attitude
  • Workload management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • High Adaptability
  • Goal-Oriented Organization
  • Safety awareness

Certification

  • CPR/First Aid Certified 02/2023-Present
  • RBT Certified 09/2023-Present


Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Ivy Rehab Network
09.2023 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Ghent Veterinary Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2023

Veterinary Assistant

Center of Veterinary Expertise
10.2017 - 03.2021

Associate of Science - General Studies

Tidewater Community College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Old Dominion University
Tyana Jernigan