April Buck
Blue Ridge,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RVT
Ocoee Animal Hospital
Blue Ridge, GA
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
RVT
Union county animal hospital
Blairsville, GA
08.2012 - 09.2019
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
Veterinary Assistant
Ocoee Animal Hospital
Blue Ridge, GA
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
Veterinary Assistant
The Cat Hospital Of Nashua
Nashua, NH
10.2009 - 05.2011
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Hospital Of Nashua At Amherst
Nashua, NH
07.2007 - 10.2009
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
Veterinary Assistant
Fitzgerald Veterinary hospital
Colchester, VT
09.2000 - 09.2009
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.
- Completed enemas, catheterizations and intravenous feedings.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
Veterinary Assistant
Piedmont spay/neuter and wellness clinic
Greensboro, NC
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
Veterinary Assistant
Carolina Veterinary Specialists and Animal Emergency
Greensboro, NC
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
Education
Veterinary Technology
Vermont Technical College
Randolph Center, VT05-2000
Skills
- Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Organization
Certification
- RVT in the state of Georgia
- License number VETT001306
Timeline
RVT
Ocoee Animal Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2024
RVT
Union county animal hospital
08.2012 - 09.2019
Veterinary Assistant
Ocoee Animal Hospital
09.2011 - 08.2012
Veterinary Assistant
The Cat Hospital Of Nashua
10.2009 - 05.2011
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Hospital Of Nashua At Amherst
07.2007 - 10.2009
Veterinary Assistant
Piedmont spay/neuter and wellness clinic
08.2004 - 07.2007
Veterinary Assistant
Carolina Veterinary Specialists and Animal Emergency
09.2003 - 08.2004
Veterinary Assistant
Fitzgerald Veterinary hospital
09.2000 - 09.2009
Veterinary Technology
Vermont Technical College
- RVT in the state of Georgia
- License number VETT001306
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