Samantha Jones - Resume
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Samantha Jones - Resume

Samantha Jones
------------, ------------, Rome, GA

Education
3 years Young Harris College Young Harris, GA
Bachelor of Science in Biology; Minor in Religious Studies
Graduated Magna Cum Laude December 2017
GPA: 3.86
Relevant Coursework: Introductory Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry,
Animal Nutrition and Wellness, Parasitology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Conservation Biology,
Biochemistry, Dendrology

4 years Rome High School Rome, GA
Graduated May 2014
GPA: 4.00

Experience
8 months � Currently Mount Berry Animal Hospital Rome, GA
Veterinary Assistant
� Enhanced customer satisfaction by staying personable and helpful
� Educated clients on important vaccines and tests to improve pet health
� Calculated dosages of injectable and oral medications
� Prepared patients for surgery and monitored anesthesia levels and patient�s health
� Worked with a team of veterinary assistants to ensure all work had been completed

8 months � Currently Floyd Felines and Friends Rescue Rome, GA
Volunteer
� Cleaned and disinfected kennels daily
� Administered all medications necessary daily
� Helped plan and set up for adoption events, including marketing and writing personality
blurbs for each adoptable cat
� Transported cats to and from the veterinarian
� Maintained files for each cat in the shelter, including medical records

3 months Hiawassee Animal Clinic Hiawassee, GA
Veterinary Volunteer
� Assisted with various surgeries and office visits
� Aided in conduction of diagnostic tests and immunizations of dogs and cats
� Communicated successfully with coworkers and owners
� Worked with different types of animals


3 months The Hole In The Wall Restaurant Blairsville, GA
Waitress
� Ensured the happiness and safety of all customers at all times
� Actively promoted courtesy and helpfulness in the workplace
� Adapted quickly to fast-paced and changing environment
� Gained invaluable experience in multitasking, communication, and customer satisfaction
� Learned how to make basic money transfers and to operate a cash register
� Understood and answered any customer questions regarding the menu, including
food preparation and dietary restrictions


1 month YanaCocha Rescue Centre Puyo, Ecuador
Veterinary Assistant
� Applied and was accepted into a pre-veterinary internship position
� Built and created suitable and enriched environments for different types of animals
� Assisted in veterinary procedures on wild, native animals, such as capuchins, coatis,
and titi monkeys
� Aided veterinarian in conducting necropsies on birds and monkeys
� Traveled to different parts of Ecuador and learned about the unfamiliar culture


4 months Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital Young Harris, GA
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Duty
� Adapted to a fast-paced and high-energy environment
� Dealt with varying personalities and ailments in different types of animals
� Performed basic animal care, including walking dogs and cleaning kennels for
boarding and hospitalized pets
� Assisted in various situations dealing with animal health and office needs
� Administered critical medications to hospitalized and boarding animals


2 months Ocoee River Basin Canopy Tours Ducktown, TN
Zipline Guide/Ranger
� Led guests on a zipline adventure and ensured their safety and happiness
� Persuaded guests to step out of their comfort zone and go on an adventure
� Assembled different types of knots and learned crucial first aid and safety skills
� Accomplished CPR certification and blood-borne pathogens classes


2 years Rhetorica Writing and Speaking Center Young Harris, GA
Writing Tutor
� Tutored students in writing
� Aided students in discovering their true writing potential
� Worked with different types of people with different needs
� Assisted in planning various events for the Writing Center
� Awarded �Tutor of the Year� by supervisor at a college-wide award ceremony


Additional Skills Understands how to handle different types of needs, quick learner, reliable and responsible coworker, basic office and typing skills, PowerPoint and Excel proficient, detail oriented, time management, great listener and very competent in verbal and nonverbal communication, empathetic and caring