Anna Stankiewicz
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in animal handling, medication administration, and patient care with ability to maintain calm under pressure. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal support in fast-paced veterinary environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Roberts and Wendt Animal Hospital
Lakewood
07.2023 - 02.2026
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and treatments
- Monitored animal well-being and behavior before and after procedures
- Administered medications and vaccinations under veterinary supervision
- Maintained accurate medical records and protected client information
- Educated pet owners on aftercare and preventative health
- Cleaned and sterilized examination rooms, surgical tools, and kennels
- Provided compassionate care to animals during recovery from surgical intervention or illness
- Obtained information and prior medical history from clients to maintain clinical charts
- Educated pet owners on proper pet care, nutrition, and post-treatment instructions
- Provided empathic emotional support to pet owners during difficult times
Veterinary Assistant/ Shift Lead
Banfield Pet Hospital
Parma
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Skilled restraint of animals during procedures and examinations
- Collected laboratory samples including blood, urine, and fecal specimens
- Assisted with radiographic imaging and diagnostic testing
- Supported daily operations in a fast-paced veterinary environment
- Managed appointment scheduling and conducted front desk responsibilities to ensure smooth operations
- Oversaw employee scheduling to meet changing demands in production volumes
- Prepared animals for procedures by administering medications and monitoring vital signs
- Assisted in surgical preparation by setting up medical instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling and services offered
- Cleaned, inventoried, and packaged surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization
- Provided necessary detailed patient care instructions to pet owners
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Stautzenburger College
Brecksville, OH12-2021
Skills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Diagnostic imaging
- Patient restraint
- Animal care
- Medical record-keeping
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Reception support
- Client communication
- End-of-life support
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Roberts and Wendt Animal Hospital
07.2023 - 02.2026
Veterinary Assistant/ Shift Lead
Banfield Pet Hospital
04.2020 - 01.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Stautzenburger College