Anna Swarthout
Fulton,MI
Summary
Experienced with animal care and clinical support in veterinary settings. Utilizes skills in assisting with medical procedures and maintaining patient records. Knowledge of animal handling and client communication ensures smooth operations and excellent care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Athens Veterinary Services
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Restrained animals for Veterinary care in a safe, respectful way.
- 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.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Implemented proper sterilization procedures to maintain a sanitary work environment and prevent cross-contamination risks.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Performed testing and completed blood counts.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
Cattle Farmer
Self-employeed
01.2020 - 07.2025
- Maximized profit margins with strategic buying and selling of livestock at market.
- Optimized calf growth rates through consistent monitoring and adjusting of nutritional plans.
- Implemented weaning protocols to transition calves smoothly from milk to solid feed, promoting healthy growth and development.
- Enhanced calf health by implementing proper vaccination and deworming schedules.
- Optimized feeding routines for increased weight gain in cattle without compromising overall health or wellbeing.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Kept newborn calves healthy and safe.
- Administered treatments and made treatment plans when necessary.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Swarthout Excavating
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Factoryville Christian School
Athens, MISkills
- People person
- Hard working
- Animal safety
- Veterinary terminology
- Animal nutrition
- Surgical assistance
- Animal handling
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Determined
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Athens Veterinary Services
09.2024 - 08.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Swarthout Excavating
03.2021 - 09.2023
Cattle Farmer
Self-employeed
01.2020 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Factoryville Christian School
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