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Kristen Muise

Coraopolis

Summary

Previously attended Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador attaining a Bachelor of Science along with 6+ years of working experience. Aiming to leverage a proven knowledge of laboratory experience, customer satisfaction/service, and extensive Scientific background to successfully fill the technician's role at your company. Frequently praised as positive, tenacious, adaptable, and proactive by my peers. I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
Pittsburgh
03.2025 - Current
  • Restrain animals safely and effectively while maintaining minimal stress levels.
  • Clean, sterilize, and maintain kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Position animals for examination, medical treatment, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Assist with performing examinations, medical treatment, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Contribute to teamwork with flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new skills.
  • Support colleagues in achieving practice goals and objectives.
  • Communicate with families of patients about care plans, procedures, and follow-up home care.
  • Streamline appointment scheduling to optimize daily operations and maximize patient throughput.

Pet Sitter

Self Employed
Pittsburgh
06.2019 - Current
  • Basic animal care (Walking, Feeding, Obedience training)
    Administering medications.
  • Basic grooming (Brushing, Ear cleaning, Nail Trimming, Wound Treating)
  • Working with animals with restrictions due to chronic illness or recovering from medical procedures
  • Provided care for Birds, Guinea Pigs, Dogs, Cats, Turtles, and Hamsters.
  • Maintained clean and safe environments for pets in client’s homes.
  • Self-managed appointments, meetings, and schedules.

Barista

Starbucks
Coraopolis
03.2018 - 08.2021
  • Balance receipts and payments in cash register.
  • Wrap menu items such as sandwiches, hot entrees, and deserts for serving or for takeout.
  • Wipe down counters, sweep and mop floors, steam and sanitize equipment, and clean glasses, dishes, and other equipment.
  • Replenish foods at serving stations.
  • Brew coffee, tea, and fill containers with requested beverages.
  • Serve food, beverages, or desserts to customers in such settings as take-out, drive- through, and cafe.
  • Prepare bills for food, using cash registers, and accept payment and make change.

Lab Technician's Assistant

Penn State University
Beaver
06.2016 - 12.2017
  • Monitored product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
  • Prepared chemical solutions for products and processes, following standardized formulas, or creating experimental formulas.
  • Provided and maintained a safe working environment for myself and others by following rigorous safety protocols and preventive measures.
  • Set up and conducted chemical experiments, tests, and analyses, using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical or chemical separation techniques, microscopy, titration, etc.
  • Maintained, cleaned, and sterilized laboratory instruments and equipment.
  • Provided technical support and assistance to chemists.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Penn State University
Beaver Campus

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
St. John's Newfoundland

Skills

  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Client communication/education
  • Team collaboration
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Client education
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Pharmacy inventory
  • Appointment schedule maintenance
  • Animal Handling

Affiliations

  • Outdoor recreation
  • Physical training
  • Creative arts

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
03.2025 - Current

Pet Sitter

Self Employed
06.2019 - Current

Barista

Starbucks
03.2018 - 08.2021

Lab Technician's Assistant

Penn State University
06.2016 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Penn State University

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador

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