Experience

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  Earls Kitchen + Bar

  • Calgary, Alberta

  • Server

    • Feb 2014 - Aug 2014
    • Calgary, Alberta

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  Wildwood Equestrian Park

  • Stable Hand

    • Sep 2013 - Jan 2014

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  Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia

  • Saint Mary's University

  • Research Assistant

    • Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
    • Saint Mary's University

    -Monitored egg counts to help prevent economic loss to sheep farmers-Analyzed fecal samples for 20 sheep farms across Nova Scotia using the standard McMaster technique by the Royal Veterinary College for nematode fecal egg counts -Tested the efficacy of Ivomec ®, Levamisole and Valbazen® and examined the prevalence of anthelmintic resistance in gastrointestinal nematodes of sheep-Identified larval stage nematode species and calculated the percentage of larvae in fecal cultures

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  Dalhousie University Faculty of Agriculture

  • Parasitology Researcher

    • Sep 2012 - Aug 2013

    -Conducted a study on the effect of increased protein supplementation on nematode fecal egg counts in periparturient ewes and examined factors such as breed, parity, diet and age-Gathered peer-reviewed journals, created an experimental design and collected weekly fecal samples from individual ewes three weeks before lambing and six weeks post lambing-Analyzed fecal samples using the standard McMaster technique by the Royal Veterinary College for nematode fecal egg counts

  • Resident Assistant

    • Jan 2010 - Apr 2013

    -Established relationships with residents and offered availability and approachability to residents-Planned two programs per semester to help educate students living in residence on various topics such as culture, the environment and the community-Monitored university students, enforced policies, submitted weekly duty reports, and counselled students on various personal and academic issues

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  Your Father's Moustache Pub and Eatery

  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

  • Server

    • Apr 2011 - Aug 2013
    • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    -Welcomed patrons, informed of daily specials, made recommendations based on patrons' preferences, and recorded orders and special requests regarding food preparation-Ensured timely delivery of food and beverages -Handled patrons’ complaints and took corrective action-Collected and processed payments using the Aloha POS software system

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  Fundy Veterinarians Ltd.

  • Truro, NS

  • Volunteer Veterinary Assistant

    • Sep 2012 - Nov 2012
    • Truro, NS

    -Attended various dairy farms with veterinarian for routine dairy herd health-Restrained calves for dehorning, collected milk for the California Mastitis Test, observed skin biopsies and cornual nerve block

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  University of Pretoria

  • South Africa

  • "Vets-in-the-Wild" Student

    • Jun 2012 - Jun 2012
    • South Africa

    -Assisted the wildlife veterinarian with game capture and care of ostrich, zebra, buffalo, and eland-Tracked wildlife by identifying animal footprints and dung during bushwalks-Attended lectures on ecosystems and biodiversity conservation, and wildlife management

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  Central Nova Animal Hospital

  • Truro, NS

  • Volunteer Veterinary Assistant

    • Sep 2011 - Apr 2012
    • Truro, NS

    -Observed and assisted with surgeries and client appointments-Prepared and dispensed medication to the client owner

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  Maritime Genetics

  • Truro, NS

  • Volunteer Veterinary Assistant

    • Feb 2011 - Feb 2012
    • Truro, NS

    -Assisted veterinarian with bovine embryo collection and transfer on numerous farms-Placed stylette into catheter and inflated cuff, attached collection tubing, collected fluid into filter, and identified fertile and unfertile embryos using a microscope-Labeled canes, identified plugs for embryo straws, and filled out embryo flush data sheets

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  The Brigantine Inn & Suites

  • Lunenburg, NS

  • Receptionist

    • Jul 2010 - Aug 2010
    • Lunenburg, NS

    Greeted clients, answered telephone calls, booked rooms, and updated room check ins/outs.

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  Pinegrove Animal Hospital

  • Bridgewater, NS

  • Volunteer Veterinary Assistant

    • May 2010 - Aug 2010
    • Bridgewater, NS

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  The Grand Banker Seafood Bar & Grill

  • Lunenburg, NS

  • Server

    • Nov 2007 - Aug 2010
    • Lunenburg, NS

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  South Shore Veterinary Hospital

  • Bridgewater, NS

  • Kennel Attendant

    • Aug 2008 - Aug 2009
    • Bridgewater, NS

    -Cared for animals in kennels-Walked dogs at the start and end of shifts-Prepared various surgical kits and performed general cleaning of the clinic