Lauren Searchfield

Bachelor of Science in Marketing - Magna Cum Laude - University of South Florida. Proven track record of animal caretaking and supervision assistance of the most difficult animals and animals with medical or special needs issues. High knowledge of medical record keeping and internal systems.

Outstanding record of loyalty to animal rescue non-profit organizations, >3,500 hours in an unpaid capacity. Highly dedicated to working outside normal working hours (on call 7 days per week & public holidays) to ensure tasks are completed correctly, and clients are satisfied with Pet Care.

Animal Caretaker at Pet Care Plus (2023-02 – Present)

• Lead Pet Care and Concierge Employee
• Capable of handling an array of animals with no prior knowledge of behavioral issues
• Key worker with older animals who require special care or have special needs
• Able to administer medications without assistance
• Meeting with new clients to help grow the business
• Rostering of staff if required

Assistant Manager and Medical Coordinator at Mercy Full Project Animal Rescue (2022-01 – 2023-07)

• Supervisor of volunteer staff and rostering
• Animal registration and veterinary records handler
• Operator for the company's information email
• Event coordinator
• 600 hours of unpaid community service hours during full-time study

Volunteer Assistant Manager at Born Free Pet Shelter (2020-05 – 2021-11)

• Assistant manager and veterinary records coordinator
• Senior adoption coordinator
• Key trainer of new staff members
• Assistant event coordinator
• 1,100 hours of unpaid community service hours while studying full-time

Assistant Manager and Animal Technician Volunteer at Born Free Pet Shelter (2017-05 – 2020-04)

• Lead Adoption facilitator volunteer
• Kennel technician trainer
• Change facilitator to upgrade identification of animals and record keeping
• 2,200 hours of unpaid community service hours

Bachelor of Science in Marketing – University of South Florida (2019-06 – 2022-12)