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Rhiannon Houlahan

Tauranga,BOP

Summary

Motivated individual with strong work ethic and happy to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strong organizational and team collaboration skills with experience in animal care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Longlife Assistant

Countdown
06.2022 - Current
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Improved overall store appearance by regularly facing products on shelves for easy identification.
  • Participated in inventory audits, contributing to accurate stock counts and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.

SPCA Volunteer

SPCA Tauranga
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
  • Collaborated with shelter staff to develop new initiatives to improve animals' quality of life.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for both animals and visitors at the shelter.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to staff.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.

Education

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6) -

Otago Polytechnic
Distance
11.2024

NZ Certificate in Animal Technology - Strand in Vet Nursing Assistant (Level 5)

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Tauranga, NZ
11.2023

NZ Certificate in Animal Management (Level 4) -

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Tauranga, NZ
11.2022

NZ Certificate in Animal Care (Level 3) -

To Ohomai Institute of Technology
Tauranga, NZ
11.2021

Skills

  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Pet Grooming
  • Illness assessment and treatment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Animal Transport
  • Disease Prevention
  • Animal behaviour observation
  • Human and Animal Safety

Timeline

Longlife Assistant

Countdown
06.2022 - Current

SPCA Volunteer

SPCA Tauranga
04.2021 - 05.2023

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6) -

Otago Polytechnic

NZ Certificate in Animal Technology - Strand in Vet Nursing Assistant (Level 5)

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

NZ Certificate in Animal Management (Level 4) -

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

NZ Certificate in Animal Care (Level 3) -

To Ohomai Institute of Technology

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