Ria Vijay
London
Summary
Dedicated medical student with a strong background in animal management and knowledge of different breeds. Demonstrates a friendly and personable approach, ensuring animal safety through patience and responsibility. Known for maintaining a positive attitude and flexible schedule to meet the diverse needs of dogs. Committed to providing exceptional pet care while continuously enhancing skills in animal safety and breed-specific care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
UCAT Tutor
Global Health Sourcing
London
2024.04 - 2025.10
- Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
- Developed study schedules for effective time management and exam preparation.
- Designed and planned lessons to target weaknesses and build skills in strengths
- Customised tutoring to suit individual competencies, enabling paced academic progression.
- Utilised technology in sessions, making learning more engaging and efficient.
Childminder
Self-employed
Solihull, West Midlands
2022.06 - 2023.09
- Provided high-quality in-home care for infants, toddlers and children aged 6-11.
- Promoted good behaviour with consistent discipline techniques.
- Built trusted relationships with parents through outstanding levels of care and communication.
- Read stories and lead activities to help children build foundational learning skills.
Pet sitter
Self-employed
Solihull, West Midlands
2021.08 - 2022.09
- Enhanced pet wellbeing by providing companionship and mental stimulation during owner absence.
- Offered compassionate care for elderly or ill dogs requiring special attention.
- Fed, watered and toileted animals.
- Cared for a maximum of 4 pets at any time, including dogs and cats.
- Transported dogs safely between walks and homes with zero incident.
COVID-19 Clinic Volunteer
NHS England
Birmingham, West Midlands
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Offered administrative support by organisng paperwork.
- Enhanced patient care by relieving ward staff of routine administrative duties.
- Improved patient comfort by providing emotional support and empathy.
- Welcomed and directed hospital visitors to appropriate services or personnel.
Education
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish
King Edward VI High School for Girls
Birmingham 2021.09 - 2023.08
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine
King's College London
London 2023.09 -
Skills
- Friendly and personable
- Positive attitude
- Flexible schedule
- Animal safety
- Patience and responsibility
- Pet care
- Animal behaviour management
- Knowledge of different breeds
Affiliations
- Musical Theatre Singing
- Hiking
Certification
- Grade 8 Singing, Music Theatre, LCME
- Basic Life Support (Emergency First Aid qualified), King's College London
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Upper intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
UCAT Tutor
Global Health Sourcing
2024.04 - 2025.10
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine
King's College London
2023.09 -
Childminder
Self-employed
2022.06 - 2023.09
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish
King Edward VI High School for Girls
2021.09 - 2023.08
Pet sitter
Self-employed
2021.08 - 2022.09
COVID-19 Clinic Volunteer
NHS England
2021.06 - 2021.08