Allyson Lance
Houston,TX
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover committed to learning new tasks and considered a highly motivated employee. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Clinics Affordable Pet Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
- Help Veterinarians restrain cats and dogs while giving an exam, vaccinations, and during blood draws.
- Run 4DX tests and prepare heartworm prevention.
- Put in notes from exam and print out records for pet parent.
- 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.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
Sleep Professional
Mattress Firm
12.2019 - Current
- Communicated with clients to find and design layout best suited for client needs and location.
- Updated customers on scheduled deliveries of furniture to homes.
- Followed up with clients after installation and delivery to gauge customer satisfaction.
- Worked within budgetary constraints to advise quality and design of furniture in houses, apartments and mobile homes.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cypress Falls High School
Houston, TX06.2018
Associate of Science -
Lonestar College
Cypress, TX12.2021
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Prairie View A&M University / Agriculture - Animal
Prairie View, TX05.2027
Skills
- Skills Technologically Savvy
- Microsoft Office
- Written and Oral Communication
- Customer Service
- Animal Safety
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Proficient in [Software]
- Medication Administration
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Routine Examinations
- Sales and Upselling
- Attention to Detail
- Immunization Administration
- Equipment Preparation
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Appointment Scheduling
- Dietary Needs
- Wound Care
- Patient Care Monitoring
- Illness Assessment and Treatment
- Microsoft Office
Volunteer Background
Volunteered at the following during 2023:
- My Family Vet
- Special Pals
- Waller Equine Hospital
Performed the following during various volunteer opportunities:
- Help Veterinarians and Vet techs with tasks while in surgery or appointments.
- Tasks include cleaning surgical utensils, restraining animals during vaccinations and blood draws, observing surgeries, taking care of animals after surgery, and cleaning kennels.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Assisted with adoption process and post-adoption follow-up, providing support and addressing any arising issues.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Clinics Affordable Pet Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Sleep Professional
Mattress Firm
12.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cypress Falls High School
Associate of Science -
Lonestar College
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Prairie View A&M University / Agriculture - Animal
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