Alana McKnight
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Assistant with 3 years of relevant experience with small animals and equines in both clinical and emergency settings. Research lab technician with 1 year of experience. Recognized for organizational skills, ability to learn new tasks quickly and dedication to excellent client service.
Diligent Laboratory Technician focused on timely, quality completion of lab procedures. Works well under pressure within high-volume testing environments. Always ready to help personnel with testing process.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaning and Sterilization Tech
Bureau Veritas
Blue Ash , OH
2023.11 - Current
- Set up tests and monitored progress until completion
- Spoke with requesters regarding ongoing tests
- Troubleshoot machine issues and report when necessary
Veterinary Assistant
Equivet Medicine Inc.
Lebanon, OH
2022.06 - 2023.05
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Veterinary Assistant,
Waynesville Veterinary Hospital
Waynesville, OH
2021.09 - 2022.06
- Check in clients and obtain updated histories
- Patient restraint
- Fill and administer select medications
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Noah's Ark Animal Clinic-Fort Wright
Fort Wright, KY
2020.05 - 2020.08
- Checked patient vitals
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Veterinary Assistant
Greater Cincinnati Veterinary Emergency Services
Wilder, KY
2017.05 - 2017.08
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
Education
Bachelor's - Veterinary Biomedical Science
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12.2020
Skills
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Medication and Vaccination Administration
- File and Records Management
- Digital Radiographs
- Equipment Maintenance
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Cleaning and Sterilization Tech
Bureau Veritas
2023.11 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Equivet Medicine Inc.
2022.06 - 2023.05
Veterinary Assistant,
Waynesville Veterinary Hospital
2021.09 - 2022.06
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Noah's Ark Animal Clinic-Fort Wright
2020.05 - 2020.08
Veterinary Assistant
Greater Cincinnati Veterinary Emergency Services
2017.05 - 2017.08
Bachelor's - Veterinary Biomedical Science
Eastern Kentucky University
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