Mariah Christiansen

Detail-oriented Veterinary Assistant with leadership experience managing a team of 4 in a high-volume animal rescue. Skilled in animal care, surgical assistance, diagnostics, and client communication. Proven ability to handle emergencies, coordinate community outreach, and perform administrative duties. Currently pursuing CVT certification, with a strong commitment to quality animal care and client support.

Lead Safety Net Coordinator - PEGGY ADAMS ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE - West Palm Beach, FL

(2025-08 - 2026-04)

• Led a team of 4 in the Safety Net Department, providing free veterinary exams, vaccinations, and spay/neuter services to unhoused individuals in Palm Beach County.
• Coordinated temporary foster housing for clients in crisis, ensuring pets were safely cared for until owners could reunite with them.
• Facilitated emergency surgical procedures for animals whose owners could not afford care, expanding access to critical veterinary services.
• Organized Peggy’s Pantry and monthly food distribution, supporting clients struggling to feed their animals and improving pet welfare.
• Managed traveling community clinics at local organizations, increasing outreach and delivering veterinary care to underserved populations.

Veterinary Assistant/Technician - East Coast Veterinary Surgery - Stuart, FL

(2021-08 - 2025-08)

• Feed, groom and weigh animals
• Clean cages and bathe animals
• Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Soothe upset or frightened animals
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food)
• Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
• Help in cases of emergencies
• Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.g. lack of appointments, insurance matters)
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
• Run blood work, urinalysis, drug tests, PCV and additional blood tasks.
• Check blood glucose levels
• Take blood pressures
• Help with CT Scans, X-rays
• Take patient Vitals and assess patients
• Help with surgical procedures, set up, take down and induction process.
• Fill medications for the doctors and technicians

Store Training Manager - Sally's Beauty Suppy LLC - Port Saint Lucie, FL

(2011-05 - 2021-11)

• Trained employees and store managers, enhancing team performance and ensuring consistent customer service standards across locations.
• Managed customer service operations, resolving issues promptly to improve client satisfaction and retention.
• Reviewed financial reports to identify sales opportunities and control expenses, contributing to increased profitability.
• Oversaw store appearance and implemented inventory strategies, optimizing product placement and reducing shrinkage.

Veterinary Technology (College) - Penn Foster (2024-01)

Upper secondary education

Associate's degree