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Anna Sharp
Caledonia,Ohio
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant with experience at Oakside Animal Clinic, adept in patient care and sample collection. Proven ability to enhance animal welfare through effective communication and meticulous cleaning practices. Committed to teamwork and continuous learning, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for both animals and clients.
Offering compassionate demeanor and strong organizational abilities, eager to learn and thrive in veterinary setting. Brings foundational understanding of animal care principles, coupled with skills in customer service and multitasking. Ready to use and develop communication and technical skills in Veterinary Assistant role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Oakside Animal Clinic
10.2024 - Current
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Implemented proper sterilization procedures to maintain a sanitary work environment and prevent cross-contamination risks.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Maintained clean and hygienic clinic environment, reducing risk of cross-contamination and ensuring safety of all animals.
- Supported veterinarian efforts in complex cases with detailed record-keeping and data entry for patient histories.
Kennel Worker
Edgefield Animal Clinic
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Ensured animal safety with proper handling techniques and adherence to facility guidelines.
- Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
- Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular walks and playtime.
- Maintained sanitary conditions for animals by cleaning living spaces and cages according to [State] health code guidelines.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by embracing teamwork, demonstrating flexibility in daily tasks, and supporting colleagues in their responsibilities.
- Reduced stress levels among boarding animals with consistent routines and calming enrichment activities.
- Facilitated smooth check-in/check-out processes for clients while ensuring all necessary documentation was completed accurately.
- Supported training efforts for new hires, sharing best practices for animal care and kennel maintenance tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
Education
High School Diploma -
River Valley High School
Caledonia, OH05-2023
Skills
- Client communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Sample collection
- Animal behavior
- Pharmacy inventory
- Tick removal
- Lab operations
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Prescription filling
- Basic animal care
- Wound care
- Veterinarian assistance
- Relationship building
- Laboratory testing
- Specimen collection
Interests
FFA State Degree
To get my State FFA Degree I had to have been an active FFA member for at least two years (24 months) at the time of receiving the State FFA Degree. While in school, have completed the equivalent of at least two years (360 hours) of systematic school instruction in agricultural education at or above the ninth grade level, which includes a supervised agricultural experience program. Have earned and productively invested at least $1,250, or have earned and productively invested at least $150.00, and worked (other than class scheduled time) at least 376 hours, or a combination thereof, in a supervised agricultural experience program. My supervised agricultural experience was raising sheep for the county fair. The money I made was from my job I had in high school at Edgefield animal clinic.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Oakside Animal Clinic
10.2024 - Current
Kennel Worker
Edgefield Animal Clinic
09.2022 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
River Valley High School
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