KRISTI HORTON
Hebron, KY
Summary
Enjoy's working with people and animals. With 11 years of Veterinary experience handling/treating sick and injured animals. As well as 30 years of experience with handling and caring for my own equines. Able to learn new tasks quickly and proficient in growing key customer relationships. Represent establishment with friendly, professional demeanor at all times. Efficient Farm Hand safely operates trucks. Adept at maintaining production equipment. Skilled at examining animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
Professional with strong background in ranch management, prepared to oversee daily operations and ensure optimal productivity. Skilled in livestock care, land management, and resource allocation. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and results-focused approach. Reliable and capable of maintaining high standards while fostering cohesive and efficient working environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Director
YMCA of Camp Ernst
Burlington, KY
03.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily ranch operations, ensuring animal welfare and facility maintenance.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on safety protocols and animal care.
- Managed budget allocation and resource distribution to optimize operational efficiency.
- Coordinated scheduling of activities, events, and staff assignments for seamless execution.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
- Enhanced animal welfare through proper nutrition, healthcare, and monitoring procedures.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Hired new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to implement a preventative care program for all livestock on the ranch.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
YMCA Camp Ernst Barn Staff
Ymca Camp Ernst
Burlington, KY
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved barn safety by implementing and enforcing strict guidelines for staff and visitors.
- Enhanced animal care standards through thorough monitoring, timely feeding, and regular grooming.
- Maintained clean and sanitary facilities by performing daily inspections, removing waste, and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted in achieving healthier livestock with proper nutrition management and diet planning.
- Ensured optimal animal welfare by promptly addressing health issues and coordinating with veterinarians for treatment.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members and providing constructive feedback.
- Participated in critical decision-making processes regarding the welfare of horses under our care, contributing valuable insights based on experience and knowledge of equine behavior patterns.
- Played an active role in emergency response situations involving animals or humans within the facility, providing first aid assistance when needed and coordinating with appropriate authorities for further support as required.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using the required tools for optimal health of the animals.
- Trained students how to tack up and ride the horses also how to properly care for them too.
Vet Technician
Simpson Veterinary Services
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Provided excellent customer service to owners by answering questions about animal health and educating them about good animal care practices
- Assisted a veterinary surgeon with surgeries and procedures on a wide range of small and large animal species
- Monitored animals for anesthesia recovery, vital signs, and activity levels in the post-operative care unit
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and calmness with all personnel even in high-stress situations
- Assisted the Vetrinarian in performing basic exams and tests for all species of patients, such as Rabbit's, Cat's, Dog's, Goat's, Alpaca's, Cow's, and Horse's
- Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work
- Cleaned and disinfected exam rooms, equipment, and kennels to prevent the spread of disease, control odors, and maintain a healthy environment
- Kept track of the animals' health and behavior by looking for urine and feces, performing weight checks, and observing appetite during feeding
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with a veterinarian
- Processed surgical instrument packs and drapes in an autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions for use in sterile environments
- Completed owner paperwork and gathered all necessary information, such as possible allergies, aggressive behavior, preferred food type, and contact information for the owner
- Followed all pet care instructions to the letter, including dietary requirements and medication schedules
- Collected specimens from patients for parasite analysis, blood analysis, and culture in the lab
- Administered routine, post-operative, and daily treatments to animals under the direction and supervision of a veterinarian.
Patient Transporter
St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Transport patients to treatment units, testing units, operating rooms, or other areas using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds
- Clean equipment, such as wheelchairs, hospital beds, or portable medical equipment, documenting needed repairs or maintenance
- Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs
- Disinfect or sterilize equipment or supplies, using germicides or sterilizing equipment
- Stock utility rooms, nonmedical storage rooms, or cleaning carts with supplies
- Lift or assist others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers
- Transport bodies to the morgue
- Provided support and encouragement to patients and their families
- Made certain that all patients were properly identified by tagging them
- Greeted patients and visitors with a warm smile and made them feel at ease
- Maintained the confidentiality of patient data and conditions at all times to protect health information.
Vet Assistant
Hebron Animal Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2017
- Aided the doctor in surgical veterinary procedures
- Sterilizing surgical and laboratory equipment
- Pre and post op
- Surgical patient monitoring and care
- Administering medications
- Maintaining patient charts
- Preparing specimens for laboratory diagnostic's
- Hold or restrain small animals during veterinary procedures
- Prepare vaccines and completed preventative testing for animals
- Provide emergency first aid to sick or injured animals
- Perform routine laboratory tests or diagnostic tests, such as taking or developing x-rays
- Assisted clientel by phone, including scheduling appointments and treatments
- Cleaned and disinfected exam rooms, equipment, and kennels to prevent the spread of disease, control odors, and maintain a healthy environment
- Created a new employee evaluation process that resulted in significant performance improvements.
Education
Undecided - Some college (No degree) -
Gateway Community & Technical College: Edgewood Campus
KYHigh School -
Conner High School
KY01.2009
Skills
- Surgical procedures and support
- Fecal, urine and blood testing
- Product testing
- Safety and compliance
- Data entry
- Data analysis
- Communications
- Team building
- Extremely organized
- Customer service
- Lab operations
- First Aid/CPR
- Medication administration
- Self-motivated
- Horse handling expertise
- Attention to detail
- Manure management
- Health monitoring
- Supplement administration
- Adaptability
- Record keeping
- Equine first aid
- Lesson support
- Herd management
- Groundwork training
- Stable management
- Feeding knowledge
- Equipment maintenance
- Teamwork abilities
- Grooming proficiency
- Horse Grooming
- Physical strength
- Safety practices
- Animal health
- Scheduling
- Team supervision
- Livestock management
- Inventory control
- Project management
- Worker hiring
- Facility maintenance
- Team oversight
- Pasture management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Timeline
Ranch Director
YMCA of Camp Ernst
03.2024 - Current
YMCA Camp Ernst Barn Staff
Ymca Camp Ernst
03.2023 - 03.2024
Vet Technician
Simpson Veterinary Services
08.2019 - 03.2022
Patient Transporter
St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
Vet Assistant
Hebron Animal Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2017
High School -
Conner High School
Undecided - Some college (No degree) -
Gateway Community & Technical College: Edgewood Campus