Melissa Saunders
Mesa
Summary
Energetic candidate works to complete tasks efficiently and in timely manner. Exceptional team player builds clubs, manages inventory, maintains tools and cleans warehouse. Deeply familiar with club construction and building operations coupled with hands-on experience working with various hand tools and equipment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Golf Club Builder/Picking Associate
PXG
02.2021 - 05.2025
- Worked closely withmanagement throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Maintained professional relationships with coworkers throughout the duration of each project, keeping them informed on progress updates and addressing any concerns as needed.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
- Achieved consistently high-quality finishes by supervising all aspects of club making process.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
Veterinary Technician
Higley Road Pet Clinic
04.2017 - 02.2021
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Improved clinic efficiency with organization of medical inventory and timely restocking of supplies.
- Increased clinic efficiency by organizing supplies inventory management systems for easy access during appointments or surgeries.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Managed scheduling and appointments, optimizing clinic operations and veterinarian time.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
Veterinary Technician
Augusta Ranch Animal Hospital
11.2013 - 04.2017
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Improved clinic efficiency with organization of medical inventory and timely restocking of supplies.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Managed scheduling and appointments, optimizing clinic operations and veterinarian time.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
Externship 225 Hours
VCA Elliot Park Animal Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Performing venipuncture.
- Preparing patients for surgery.
- Monitoring patients during surgery.
- Performing in house testing (FELV/FIV, heartworm and urinalysis).
- Administering oral/IV medications.
- Setting IV catheters.
Externship (240 hours)
Islands Animal Clinic
08.2011 - 10.2011
- Sterilizing surgical instruments.
- Performing in house heartworm tests.
- Performing in house FELV/FIV and heartworm tests.
- Administering oral and IV medications.
Pet Sitter
06.2007 - 12.2010
- Walked dog daily
- Administered medications
- Cleaned kennels
Education
Veterinary Assistant Program -
Pima Medical Institute
Mesa, Arizona01.2011
Applied Associates Degree - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
01.2013
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Quality control
- Safety enforcement
- Equipment management
- Labor oversight
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Hand tool operation
Timeline
Golf Club Builder/Picking Associate
PXG
02.2021 - 05.2025
Veterinary Technician
Higley Road Pet Clinic
04.2017 - 02.2021
Veterinary Technician
Augusta Ranch Animal Hospital
11.2013 - 04.2017
Externship 225 Hours
VCA Elliot Park Animal Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2013
Externship (240 hours)
Islands Animal Clinic
08.2011 - 10.2011
Pet Sitter
06.2007 - 12.2010
Applied Associates Degree - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Veterinary Assistant Program -
Pima Medical Institute
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