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Abigail McGowan

Williamsburg,VA

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
  • Helped prepare and administer medications and vaccines according to veterinary instructions
  • Assessed patient vitals and behavioral responses during exams and procedures

Veterinary Assistant

Vetco Vaccine Clinic
10.2024 - Current
  • Practiced safe and efficient holding techniques for varying size and temperament patients
  • Reviewing medical histories and formulated treatment plans for patients in constricted time constraints
  • Educated pet owners on vaccination schedules, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions for improved outcomes.

Veterinary Shadowing

Animal Care of Gloucester
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Observing surgical procedures at Animal Care of Gloucester
  • Learning about primary and preventative care at Animal Care of Mathews

Camp counselor

Kingsmill Resorts
06.2024 - 08.2024

Barista

Licensed Starbucks Store
06.2023 - 08.2023

Barista

Skytop Lodge
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Applied problem-solving skills to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction
  • Proficient in the execution of a wide variety of drink recipes while being able to modify them to a customer's liking

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physiological Science

University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-2027

High School -

Pocono Mountain East High School
Mount Pocono, PA
06-2023

Skills

  • Client communication and education
  • Patient restraint
  • Animal safety
  • Medication administration
  • Patient care monitoring
  • Leadership qualities

Interests

Pre-Vet Society 01/2024 to Current

  • Attends regular information meetings held by veterinarians and colleges with DVM programs

Barc Club - Engagement Director 10/2023 to Current

  • Attends volunteer opportunities directed by the club
  • Ensure participants are aware and engaging in animal shelter volunteer hours

Ecological Restoration Association 10/2023 to Current

  • Removes invasive plant species around campus
  • Travels to local parks and reserves to remove weeds and replant

Birding Club 10/2023 to Current

  • Replanted native trees on campus
  • Attends field trips to learn more about local wildlife and their habitats

Jogging Club - Special Events Assistant 01/2024 to Current

Wildlife Disease Association at UCLA - Secretary 10/2023 to Current

Collar Scholars at UCLA - Vet Committee 10/2023 to Current

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Center
12.2024 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Vetco Vaccine Clinic
10.2024 - Current

Veterinary Shadowing

Animal Care of Gloucester
06.2024 - 08.2024

Camp counselor

Kingsmill Resorts
06.2024 - 08.2024

Barista

Licensed Starbucks Store
06.2023 - 08.2023

Barista

Skytop Lodge
01.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Physiological Science

University of California, Los Angeles

High School -

Pocono Mountain East High School
Abigail McGowan