Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Community Service
Extracurriculars Clubs
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Ava Benfiglio

Metairie

Summary

Compassionate veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker with experience in providing support to veterinarians during procedures, maintaining clean and organized work environments, and caring for animals in clinical settings. Skilled in handling a variety of animals safely and effectively, administering medications as directed, and assisting with laboratory tests. Known for improving animal care protocols, enhancing efficiency in clinics, and contributing positively to team dynamics.

Work History

Metairie Small Animal Hospital
Metairie
  • Cared for animals by ensuring their comfort and addressing all their needs before and after medical procedures.
  • Prepared and served specialized meals for dogs and cats, catering to their dietary needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene by thoroughly sanitizing and organizing the kennels.
  • Led dogs on structured walks at the veterinary clinic, promoting their physical well-being and mental stimulation.
  • Assisted veterinarians by safely restraining animals during minor procedures, such as blood draws, ensuring a calm and efficient environment.
  • Proficient in properly connecting and disconnecting intravenous (IV) lines with precision and care.
  • Interacted with clients and assisted in escorting animals to their vehicles.

Therapeutic Learning Center
  • Prepare children of varying abilities for a smooth transition to preschool.
  • Instructed children in effective communication skills.
  • Regularly updated parents on their child's daily activities and progress.

Take Paws Rescue
  • Managed the well-being of foster dogs, ensuring they received proper nutrition, exercise, and socialization until they were placed in permanent homes.
  • I took the dogs on regular walks at the shelter, providing them with exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation.

Special Olympics
  • Assisted people of all ages and abilities in competitive sports, encouraging athletes and fostering an environment of teamwork and empowerment.
  • Coordinated and managed sports events for the Special Olympics, overseeing logistics, participant needs, and ensuring seamless execution.

Education

Agriculture Science And Technology - Animal science and technology on the Pre- Veterinary Track

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Haynes Academy For Advanced Studies
Metairie, LA
05.2023

Skills

  • Animal care
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Emergency response
  • Veterinary assistance
  • Animal handling
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Client communication

Awards

  • Superintendent's List
  • National English Honors Society
  • Rho Kappa
  • National Science Honor Society
  • 5 Star Senior Award

Community Service

  • Take Paws Rescue, Fostered and walked rescue animals.
  • Camp Able, Took children with special needs on a field trip every day for a week.
  • SNAP Teen Group, Hosted monthly events for children with special needs to spend time together and socialize.
  • Special Olympics, Assisted people of all ages and abilities in competitive sports.
  • Krewe de Camp, A special needs sleep away camp where I was in charge of a camper for a week. We played games, swam, did crafts, and participated in a multitude of other outdoor activities.

Extracurriculars Clubs

  • Basketball team
  • Student council
  • Theater Department
  • Key Club
  • Music department
  • Next Generation
  • Catholic Youth Organization

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Metairie Small Animal Hospital

Therapeutic Learning Center

Take Paws Rescue

Special Olympics

Agriculture Science And Technology - Animal science and technology on the Pre- Veterinary Track

Louisiana State University

High School Diploma -

Haynes Academy For Advanced Studies
Ava Benfiglio