Abigail Dickenson
Bristol,VA
Summary
Compassionate professional in animal healthcare, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in medication administration, sample collection, and patient monitoring. Excel at communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring optimal care and support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Nisqually Veterinary Clinic
Roy, Washington
2022.08 - 2025.02
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Advised clients on animal care, nutrition and behavior problems.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Clipped animals' claws and polished teeth to maintain hygiene.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
Veterinary Assistant
Ferguson Animal Hospital
Bristol, TN
2021.08 - 2022.05
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
Education
High School Diploma -
John S Battle High School
Bristol,VA2021-05
Skills
- Lab operations
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Surgical procedures and support
- Reception support
- Gowning and gloving procedures
- Patient bathing
- Emergency and preventive care
- Animal restraint
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Animal nutrition
- Animal behavior
- Veterinary terminology
- Diagnostic imaging
- Pharmacy inventory
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Intravenous catheterization
- Appointment scheduling
- Sample collection
- Post operative care
- Sanitation protocols
- Careful restraint
- Dental prophylaxis
- Urgent care
- Client communication
- Client education
- Euthanasia assistance
- Patient flow management
- Procedure support
- Medical record-keeping
- Animal safety
- Preventative medicine
- Reception area maintenance
- Reception duties
- Animal handling
- Patient restraint
- Laboratory procedures
- Radiology techniques
- Surgical assistance
- Physical examinations
- Vaccine administration
- Medication administration
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Nisqually Veterinary Clinic
2022.08 - 2025.02
Veterinary Assistant
Ferguson Animal Hospital
2021.08 - 2022.05
High School Diploma -
John S Battle High School