Katherine Brooks

I am very interested in your position and I hope you find my qualifications as listed below to be a suitable match. My dedication for Biology and helping with arising problems is the main reason why I obtained a Bachelors of Biology with a Zoology concentration from the State University of Denver. While pursuing my education I acquired knowledge in the areas of Vertebrate and Invertebrate Zoology, Entomology, Ornithology, Botany, Animal Ecology, Animal Behavior, as well as many other zoological and chemistry courses.

Veterinary Assistant - Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic - 1025 Salazar Road Taos, New Mexico USA 87571

(2017-11 - 2018-06)

During my time at the clinic I gained experience in dealing with various veterinary procedures and animal care.

• Blood draws
• Preparing and filling prescriptions
• X-rays
• Sutures
• Triage care
• Anesthesia
• Injections
• Vaccinations
• Assisting in major surgeries

Animal Care Liaison - Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center - 5761 Ute Hwy Longmont, Colorado USA 80503

(2015-05 - 2015-10)

Greenwood is a non-profit organization that works under Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and is responsible for handling injured, sickly, or orphaned wildlife. Became specialized in the areas of raccoons, squirrels, birds, waterfowl, and foxes.

• Composing suitable habitats for wildlife species
• Feeding and cleaning animal enclosures
• Administering medications around the clock
• Working front end reception
• Answering phone calls and emails
• Scheduling appointments
• Helping the general public with problems or concerns
• Documenting and organizing data for annual reviews
• Arranging transportation to capture injured/orphaned wildlife
• Performing animal intakes
• Multitasking with both wildlife and public under stressful situations

Animal Care Liaison - Greenwood Rehabilitation Center - 5761 Ute Hwy Longmont, Colorado USA 80503

(2013-05 - 2013-08)

Administrative Assistant III - University of New Mexico - 115 Civic Plaza Dr. Taos, NM 87571

(2013-08 - 2014-06)

Bachelors of Biology - Zoology - State University of Denver (2010)

Auckland University of Technology