Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
INTERNSHIPS
Timeline
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SARAH STROBEL

Arvada

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in customer service and veterinary care, notably at Banfield Pet Hospital. Proven ability in conflict resolution and patient care, ensuring high standards of service and compliance. Skilled in cash management and medical recordkeeping, consistently fostering positive relationships with clients and patrons.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL
Westminster
08.2022 - Current
  • Assist veterinarians with exams, procedures, and treatments
  • Perform lab work, including blood draws and sample processing
  • Administer vaccinations and provide pre-and post-surgical care
  • Educate pet owners on proper animal care and medication administration
  • Maintain accurate medical records and assist in scheduling appointments

Bartender

DRAVOSBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT #1
Dravosburg
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Lone bartender working closing shifts for an exclusive, member-only club supporting the local Fire Department.
  • Prepared and served beer, wine, mixed drinks, and small bites for patrons.
  • Handled cash transactions, processed card payments, tip reconciliation, and close-outs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized bar area, barbacking, and preparing for the next day's opening.
  • Attentive, enthusiastic service, developing relationships with regular customers.
  • Enforced responsible alcohol service policies for safety compliance.

Veterinary Assistant

WHITE OAK VETERINARY CLINIC
White Oak
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in patient exams, vaccinations, and medication administration
  • Provided restraint and support for animals during procedures
  • Filled prescriptions and maintained organized medical records
  • Assisted in surgical preparation and post-operative care

Crew Member

DAIRY QUEEN
West Mifflin
03.2016 - 10.2019
  • Provided good customer service and operated cash register
  • Prepared ice cream and food items while maintaining cleanliness

Dog Bather & Assistant

CARWENS II GROOMING
West Mifflin
04.2016 - 07.2019
  • Bathed, dried, and prepared dogs for grooming services
  • Assisted groomers in handling anxious or aggressive dogs
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of grooming stations

Education

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences

PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
State College, PA
08.2022

High School -

WEST MIFFLIN AREA HIGH SCHOOL
West Mifflin, PA
05.2018

High School -

STEEL CENTER VO-TECH
West Mifflin, PA
05.2018

Skills

  • Customer service and engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Alcohol service responsibility
  • Bar cleanliness
  • Cash management
  • Patient care
  • Animal restraint
  • Client communication
  • Medical recordkeeping
  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Reception duties

Certification

  • Licensed Cosmetologist – Pennsylvania State Board
  • ATwist Bartending School Certification – November 2021

References

References available upon request.

INTERNSHIPS

  • ANIMAL RESCUE INTERNSHIP (VIRTUAL, THAILAND) – March 2021 – April 2021
  • LARGE ANIMAL VETERINARY PRACTICE IN THE TROPICS (BELIZE) – May 2022 – June 2022
  • INTERNSHIP AT THE BELIZE RAPTOR CENTER – June 2022 – July 2022
  • VETERINARY INTERNSHIP IN BELIZE – July 2022
  • INTERNSHIP AT THE BELIZE ZOO – July 2022

Timeline

Bartender

DRAVOSBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT #1
10.2023 - 05.2024

Veterinary Assistant

WHITE OAK VETERINARY CLINIC
05.2023 - 05.2024

Veterinary Assistant

BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL
08.2022 - Current

Dog Bather & Assistant

CARWENS II GROOMING
04.2016 - 07.2019

Crew Member

DAIRY QUEEN
03.2016 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences

PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY

High School -

WEST MIFFLIN AREA HIGH SCHOOL

High School -

STEEL CENTER VO-TECH
SARAH STROBEL