Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Job Program
Banfield Animal Hospital
West Lansing, MI
05.2024 - Current
Prepped patients for surgery
Provided guidance and support to fellow students in training
Assisted the doctor in performing physical exams
Performed detailed history intakes over the phone and in person
Managed patient records including entering data into computer system, filing paperwork and updating information.
Created discharge papers and reviewed them with clients
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when handling hazardous materials or operating equipment such as x-ray machines or anesthesia machines.
Performed basic diagnostic tests such as fecal examinations or skin scrapings.
Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by collecting samples, labeling them correctly and ensuring proper storage conditions.
Overnight Assistant
Caring Animal Hospital
Holt, Michigan
01.2024 - Current
Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files, medications
Provided updates to the on call doctor as needed
Monitored vital signs of animals throughout the night and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
Administered Medication orally, IV, and IM when needed
Monitored food intake levels of hospitalized patients ensuring they received adequate nutrition while under care.
Student Ambassador
MedVet
Commerce, Michigan
01.2024 - Current
create social media posts to promote MedVet
Plan recruitment events on campus and to the hospital residents and interns
Veterinary Assistant
Emergency Veterinary Hospital
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2023 - 05.2024
Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
Assisted in writing and finalizing medical records for the DVM
Vet Nurse
Cranberry Holistic Pet Care
Cranberry Township, PA
05.2020 - 05.2024
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
Vet Nurse
Ellwood Animal Hospital
Ellwood City, PA
05.2020 - 08.2023
Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
Assisted with Surgical Procedures
Monitored anesthesia
Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Helped with Diagnostic procedures such as Radiographs
Equine Vet Assistant
Rob Veterinary Service
Lowellville, OH
02.2021 - 03.2022
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Demonstrated proper horse handling and husbandry
Restrained horses for diagnostic procedures such as ultrasound
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Student Nurse
Jameson Memorial Hospital
New Castle, PA
08.2018 - 01.2019
Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.