Carrie Haidinger
L&R Zoom and Groom
Ryland Hght
22
years of professional experience
Dynamic pet groomer with expertise from L&R Zoom and Groom, adept at enhancing pet hygiene through specialized grooming techniques and effective client communication. Proven ability to reduce stress in anxious animals while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Skilled in appointment scheduling and committed to delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
Work History
Pet Groomer
3 Years 1 Month- Bathed and brushed pets using breed-specific grooming techniques and safe handling practices.
- Trimmed coats, nails, and paw pads to maintain cleanliness and appearance.
- Inspected skin, coat, and ears for issues, reporting concerns to pet owners.
- Sanitized grooming tools, tubs, and workstations to support safe, hygienic conditions.
- Communicated with clients about grooming preferences, coat care, and pet temperament.
- Dried and detangled coats efficiently while keeping pets calm throughout grooming sessions.
- Scheduled grooming appointments and organized pet records for smooth daily workflow.
- Assisted with handling anxious or large pets using patience and proper restraint techniques.
- Improved pet hygiene by providing thorough grooming services, including bathing, brushing, and hair trimming.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace to ensure the health and safety of both pets and staff members.
- Prevented injuries by safely handling pets of various sizes and temperaments during grooming sessions.
- Reduced stress for anxious pets with gentle handling techniques and calming environments during grooming sessions.
- Managed inventory of grooming supplies and equipment, placing orders as needed to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Ensured client satisfaction throughout the entire grooming process from initial consultation through completion.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Educated clients on proper at-home grooming practices to maintain their pets'' overall health between appointments.
Stay at Home Parent
16 Years 3 Months- Coordinated household schedules, appointments, and activities to maintain daily routines and support family needs.
- Managed budgets, bills, and purchasing priorities to keep household expenses organized and controlled.
- Organized meal planning, grocery lists, and pantry inventory to ensure consistent family nutrition.
- Maintained clean, safe, and orderly living spaces through structured task planning and routine oversight.
- Prepared children for school, extracurriculars, and daily transitions with consistent attention to detail.
- Resolved conflicts and addressed changing priorities calmly to keep family operations running smoothly.
- Supervised homework, learning activities, and developmental routines to reinforce structure and accountability.
- Streamlined household processes by creating efficient systems for chores, communication, and time management.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
Employee Health
2 Years 9 Months- Spearheaded corporate wellness initiatives that improved overall employee health metrics while reducing healthcare expenses for both employees and the organization.
- Streamlined communication between departments regarding employee health concerns, allowing for more efficient responses to issues.
- Championed workplace wellness initiatives that improved employee health outcomes while fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Assisted in the development of wellness initiatives that improved overall employee health and wellbeing.
- Adhered to company regulations regarding workplace safety and employee health.
- Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with applicable privacy regulations.
- Enhanced employee health by developing and implementing comprehensive occupational health programs.
- Demonstrated commitment towards employee welfare promoting best practices in work-life balance, employee health and safety.
- Maintained detailed records of all employee health encounters, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes and continuity of care across providers.
- Collaborated with HR team to create and implement wellness programs that improved employee health and productivity.
- Collaborated with human resources personnel to address any employee health concerns that arose from abnormal temperature readings.
- Streamlined patient care by maintaining accurate medical records and tracking employee health status over time.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Patience with animals
Grooming best practices
Cleanliness and sanitation
Animal handling expertise
De-matting techniques
Canine and feline anatomy
Appointment scheduling
Nail trimming proficiency
Pet grooming techniques
Safe drying techniques
Proper bathing procedures
Teeth brushing techniques
Anal gland expression
Haircut styling techniques
Nail trimming
Sanitation procedures
Paw pad care
Basic accounting
Customer communication
Animal care
Animal grooming
Timeline
Pet Groomer
L&R Zoom and Groom
04.2023 - 05.2026Read More
Stay at Home Parent
Family
01.2007 - 04.2023Read More
Employee Health
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
04.2004 - 01.2007Read More
Holy Cross High School
High School Diploma
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