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Andrew Gerstenfeld

Massapequa,NY

Summary

Dedicated, hard-working veterinary professional with 2 years of experience in emergency medicine. Knows what it takes to provide the absolute best care to patients, and is always ready and willing to assist wherever needed no matter what the task is. Currently a Dean's List student studying Veterinary Technology at LIU Post, and is constantly looking to expand their knowledge and practice their skills in veterinary medicine.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Veterinary Assistant

VMCLI
West Islip, NY
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted veterinarians with the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of animals.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of exam rooms and treatment areas.
  • Assisted with the preparation of radiographs.
  • Responding to emergency calls promptly and efficiently.
  • Compiled detailed reports of treatments administered to patients.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
  • Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
  • Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.

Veterinary Assistant

West Hills Animal Hospital and Emergency Center
Huntington, NY
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assisting with medical procedures, including vaccinations and blood draws
  • Restraining animals and assisting technicians and DVMs during patient exams
  • Feeding, walking, and monitoring medical boarders
  • Maintaining clean and organized workspaces to ensure efficiency and safety
  • Familiar working with a Cubex machine in order to fill patient prescriptions and draw up medications
  • Communicating with and updating clients on patient status and care
  • Cleaning and sterilization equipment before and after surgical use
  • Cleaning and preparing the surgical suite along with aiding in patient preparation prior to procedures
  • Comfortable using x-ray machine and positioning patients for radiographs
  • Comfortable checking in and setting up ER's as they come into the facility
  • Collecting patient and owner information as they enter the facility
  • Assisting in euthanasias and disposing of animal remains
  • Being able to work in and adapt to a fast pace and high stress working environment

Education

B.S. - Veterinary Technology

Long Island Univeristy
Brookville, NY
05.2026

Skills

  • Animal handling
  • Client communication
  • Medical terminology
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Surgical assistance
  • Time Management
  • Patient Care
  • Medical Imaging
  • Organizational Skills
  • Triage

Certification

Recover ALS and BLS certified (9/24/2024)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Emergency Veterinary Assistant

VMCLI
05.2024 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

West Hills Animal Hospital and Emergency Center
11.2022 - 05.2024

B.S. - Veterinary Technology

Long Island Univeristy

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