Rebekah Gowin
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Responsible and dedicated animal care professional with proven abilities in cleaning cages and managing supplies. Meets animal needs with compassion and love for every creatures. Offers excellent time management, multitasking and organizational skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Brandt Veterinary Services
Midlothian, VA
09.2023 - Current
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- 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.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- 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.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
Dog Daycare Attendant
Holiday Barn Pet Resort
Midlothian, VA
07.2020 - Current
- Cared for pets during owners' absences.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
Volunteer
St. Francis Humane Association
01.2017 - Current
- Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Dale High School
Chester, VA06.2021
Skills
- Animal Observations
- Animal Behavior Education
- Illness and Injury Detection
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Food Intake Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Feeding and Watering
- Equipment Disinfection
- Medication Documentation
- Food Supplement Preparation
- Facility Laundry and Cleaning
- Customer Service
- Housekeeping Duties
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Human and Animal Safety
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Brandt Veterinary Services
09.2023 - Current
Dog Daycare Attendant
Holiday Barn Pet Resort
07.2020 - Current
Volunteer
St. Francis Humane Association
01.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Thomas Dale High School