Kayla Williams, MS, MPH

Experience

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  Dakota Hills Veterinary Clinic

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2015

  Boarding Manager

  Attended monthly meetings to address issues and set goals, maintained statistics with aconsistent average 6% increase, scheduled shifts for and oversaw two part timeemployees, obtained continuing education credits through Hill’s Science Diet and RoyalCanin Academy, attended SDVMA 2014 meeting, assisted veterinarians and veterinarytechnicians, administered medications with basic knowledge of common medications, fed andwatered per owner instructions, exercised dogs, assisted in hospital, scheduledappointments and reservations, tracked and stocked inventory, voluntarily sat atResponsible Dog Ownership Day events and provided educational information andpamphlets, ensured laundry was clean and folded, ensured clinic cleanliness by makingmonthly and weekly cleaning lists Show less

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  Alternative Fuel Coffee House

  May 2013 - Jun 2015

  Assistant Manager

  Oversaw one to two baristas for closing shifts, prepared food for catering orders or for next day orders, prepared grocery lists for the week, tracked inventory, customer service, cashier, organized pantry and fridges, counted the tills at close, tracked sales, and dropped deposit at designated bank, prepared food and coffee or tea drinks per customer request, prepared smoothies per customer request, ensured cleanliness of front and back of house, customer service, cashier, organization

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  Black Hills State University

  Oct 2013 - Apr 2014

  Research Assistant

  Undergraduate Research Fellowship for anti-malarial research, maintained parasites and blood media in BSL2 setting, obtained and transported blood from blood bank, diluted drugs to FDA approved levels for potential testing growth inhibition, communicated dilutions and laboratory results to overseeing graduate student, ground various sage grasses for testing growth inhibition, attended poster presentation, organized and cleaned laboratory as needed

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  Destinys Kennel

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2017

  Kennel Assistant

  Administered medications per prescription directions, cared for and provided playtime for animals, fed and watered per client instructions, ensured cleanliness of kennel so as to prevent diseases, disinfected feeding and watering bowls, obtaining knowledge of disinfecting chemicals, recognized specific behaviors in anxious or sickly animals, trimmed cat and dog nails, bathed dogs per owner’s request, ensured comfortable kennel space for each individual animal, communicated any and all issues to clients/other staff members Show less

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  Vector Disease Control International

  May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Urban Technician

  Surveyed all mosquito producing sources within assigned areas, on a weekly or more frequent basis; collected larval samples from all positive mosquito producing sources, accurately filling out the proper labels, forms, and recording the source; effectively communicated with the public on mosquito control practices; submitted accurate reports of work done including type of treatment, population information, and other pertinent history about work area; accurately interpreted paper and electronic maps; helped transfer larvicide information into new database; applied mosquito control insecticides under the supervision of a certified vector control technician Show less

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  Health District of Northern Larimer County

  Sept 2018 - Dec 2018

  Community Impact Team Intern

  Assisted with campaign materials, brainstorming events and mediaApplied skills from Public Communication Campaigns course

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  North Colorado Health Alliance

  Feb 2019 - Apr 2019

  Care Coordinator

  • Enrollment of patients (members) using appropriate assessment tools & completions of GPRA Qx at enrollment, and 3 month follow-up intervals (up to 12 months) within the 7 treatment sites where DATA/CARA waivered providers are already in existence• Support persons enrolled in Medicated Assisted Therapy (MAT) to continue engagement with both medical and behavioral health treatment plans• Provide appropriate clinical assessment for integration into the initiation of Medicated Assisted Therapy (MAT)• Monitor members according to guidelines set by NCHA Policy and Procedure under the CO-SLAW guidelines• Participate in telephone contacts, office/hospital visits, and other means of connecting with members to reach identified goals• Perform health needs assessments and identify risk factors to develop health care plan• Assist members in scheduling appointments, follow-up care, referrals, medication refills, etc.• Attend member appointments with providers and community resources as needed• Participate in health promotion and health education activities for members as identified in health care plan• Enter all documentation, contacts, and assessments into required databases• Establish collaboration, communication, and coordination among all responsible parties of an individual member’s multidisciplinary health care team• Work in conjunction with various providers to develop interventions as needed• Optimize member and family independence through education, community resources, and support• Review appropriate cost effective care and decrease duplication of services for members• Understand, communicate, and facilitate on behalf of patients with regard to complaints, grievances, and appeal processes• Regular case review with Project Director• Strict confidentiality of member records and communications• Provide input into development of policies and procedures Show less

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  Longs Peak Animal Hospital

  Apr 2019 - now

  • Successfully monitored patients under anesthesia• Collected laboratory specimens and performed laboratory tests as necessary• Placed IV catheters • Restrained and comforted animals for procedures• Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures• Furthered education with CE credits through Idexx, Zoetis, etc.

  • Veterinary Assistant/Assistant Hospital Manager

    Apr 2025 - now

  • Veterinary Assistant

    Apr 2019 - Apr 2025
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  Inotiv

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2021

  Formulation and Sample Management Technician

  * Ensure compliance with GLPs, USDA, AAALAC, OLAW, and other applicable regulations* GLP and Non-GLP test article formulation, receipt, and distribution* GLP and Non-GLP test article reserve* GLP and Non-GLP biological specimen processing, storage, and shipment* Clinical Pathology - clinical chemistry, hematology, and urine sample analysis* Perform appropriate maintenance, calibration and quality control on clinical pathology equipment* Laboratory supply inventory maintenance and acquisition* Schedule duties and activities for formulation and sample management technicians* Periodically review relevant SOPs for accuracy and to ensure procedures are being performed according to SOPs Show less