Anna McRae
Arlington,TX
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with experience in medical support and animal care. Skilled in maintaining treatment room cleanliness, assisting in surgical procedures, and facilitating communication with pet owners. Enhanced clinic efficiency and improved animal recovery rates through effective process streamlining and attentive post-surgical care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Assistant
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
Arlington, Texas
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and medical procedures to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
- Monitored animal patients' vital signs during recovery periods, contributing to timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment for procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
Kennel Technician
Gully Animal Hospital
Midlothian
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues and reporting them to facility management for further evaluation.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Monitored animal behavior to identify and report potential health issues to facility management for timely intervention.
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of kennel areas, including cages and runs, to promote animal health.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Conducted regular equipment and facility inspections, enhancing kennel safety by promptly identifying and addressing hazards.
- Trained new staff on proper animal care techniques and kennel maintenance procedures. on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
Kennel Technician
I-20 Animal Medical Center
Arlington, TX
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Facilitated animal socialization through daily interaction and playtime, promoting positive behaviors.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Documented dogs' intake and output along with physical condition and behavior for accurate kennel logs.
- Delivered customer service to pet owners, addressing concerns and providing information on pet care.
- Provided exceptional customer service to pet owners, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding the care of their pets.
Vet Assistant
Arlington Animal Hospital
Arlington, TX
09.2020 - 12.2023
- Supported veterinarian in performing surgeries by preparing instruments, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care for patients.
- Enhanced animal health by delivering medications and vaccinations under veterinarian guidance.
- Enhanced client satisfaction through compassionate communication about pet health concerns and treatment progress updates.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, surgical suites, and kennels.
- Increased productivity by ordering supplies, managing inventory levels, and ensuring proper storage of medications and vaccines.
Kennel Technician
Creature Comfort Animal Clinic
Arlington, TX
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Enhanced animal health by providing medications and vaccinations following veterinarian guidelines.
- Maintained clean, sanitary living conditions for animals, promoting wellbeing and reducing stress levels.
- Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying issues and reporting them to facility management for timely intervention.
- Minimized injury risk by monitoring behaviors and proactively eliminating safety hazards.
Education
High School Diploma - Vet practicum
Martin High School
Arlington, TXSkills
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Surgical Assistance
- Animal Restraint
- Dental Procedures
- Medication Administration
- Sanitation Protocols
- Veterinary Record Keeping
- Patient Bathing
- Patient Check-Ins
- Appointment Scheduling
- Reception Duties
- General Customer Service
- Client Communication
- Euthanasia Assistance
Timeline
Vet Assistant
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
03.2026 - Current
Kennel Technician
Gully Animal Hospital
07.2024 - 02.2026
Kennel Technician
I-20 Animal Medical Center
03.2024 - 06.2024
Vet Assistant
Arlington Animal Hospital
09.2020 - 12.2023
Kennel Technician
Creature Comfort Animal Clinic
11.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma - Vet practicum
Martin High School