Kiersten Keith-Pedersen
Asheville,NC
Summary
Dependable worker with a diverse background in fast-paced environments where quality and precision are vital. Well-organized and self-motivated with the constant goal of improving work quality and efficiency. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Assistant
ASPCA Spay Neuter Alliance
2021.10 - 2024.07
- Provided exemplary patient care with the use of Fear Free handling techniques
- Supported veterinarians in performing surgeries by preparing instruments, sterile prepping animals, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care for patients in a fast-paced environment
- Performed kennel cleaning duties to reduce disease transmission
- Trained new vet externs regarding patient care procedures in high-volume spay/neuter
- Proficient in IV blood draws, administering vaccines, and restraining animals for IV injections
- extensively trained in CPR for emergency codes
Genetics Lab Assistant
Warren Wilson College
2020.08 - 2021.10
- Conducted independent DNA extractions from mammalian hair follicles and plant tissues
- Collected genetic material through independent field work
- Use of PCR, gradient PCR, and gel electrophoresis to confirm PCR success
- Use of BLAST Database
- Analyzed data to create and organize graphs, charts, and documents for publications and presentation.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Forestry Technician
Warren Wilson College
2019.01 - 2020.03
- Silvicultural maintenance on Warren Wilson College land
- Non-timber forest product production
- Understory medicinal plant cultivation and identification
- Invasive species control and identification
- Involvement in campus research projects
- Trail production and maintenance
Recycling and Waste Management Technician
Warren Wilson College
2017.08 - 2019.08
- Crew Leader
- Trained crew on terracycle/miscellaneous operation especially changes in materials accepted by Terracycle
- Generating shipping labels and ensuring proper shipping of materials
- Ensuring shipping boxes are saved and utilized, and bin labels (in Terracycle area and across campus) are accurate
- Picking up and sorting campus waste
Education
Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology
Warren Wilson College
Swannanoa05.2021
Accomplishments
Senior Thesis Research: Evaluating the Use of Hair Snares to Assess Mesocarnivore Abundance and Diversity
Conferences
Association of Southeastern Biologists Meeting. Jacksonville, FL. Using non-invasive sampling and citizen science to assess microsatellite polymorphism in the Appalachian eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius putorius). J. Shields*, K. Keith-Pedersen*, B. Wuertz*, L.P. Erb, A.A. Hove. March 2020. Meeting cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Timeline
Vet Assistant
ASPCA Spay Neuter Alliance
2021.10 - 2024.07
Genetics Lab Assistant
Warren Wilson College
2020.08 - 2021.10
Forestry Technician
Warren Wilson College
2019.01 - 2020.03
Recycling and Waste Management Technician
Warren Wilson College
2017.08 - 2019.08
Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology
Warren Wilson College
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