Ashley Pressley
Lyman,SC
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work Tuesdays and Wednesdays and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with over 4 years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered a highly motivated employee. Dependable effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
The Pet Vet On Patton
09.2015 - 07.2019
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Education
No Degree - Commercial Photography
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NCHigh School Diploma -
RS Central
Rutherfordton, NC06.2008
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Daily Logs
- Veterinary Medicine
- Lab Animal Restraint
- Clean Kennels
- Pet Feeding and Care
- Medication Administration
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Restraint Techniques
- IV Administration
- Dietary Restrictions
- Fecal, Urine and Blood Testing
- Reminder Calls
- Vaccination Administration
- Monitor Recovery
- Microchip Administration
- Sterilize Instruments
- Animal Restraining
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Medication Inventory Management
- Blood Sample Collection
- Careful Restraint
- Animal Vaccinations
- Anesthetic Administration Assistance
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
The Pet Vet On Patton
09.2015 - 07.2019
No Degree - Commercial Photography
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
RS Central