Ashley Skelton
DuPont Veterinary Center
DuPont,WA
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Multitasking Veterinary Assistant willing to work part time, offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Committed to learning new tasks and considered a highly motivated employee.
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
6 Years 3 Months- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care
- Assisted with incoming weekly inventory.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Maintained and sterilized surgical instruments and equipment.
- Cleaned and prepared treatment areas and exam rooms.
- Restrained animals of different sizes and temperaments during appointments.
- Aided with routine diagnostic tests by running bloodwork.
- Administered medications to animals under supervision.
- Assisted veterinarians and technicians with exams, procedures and X-rays.
Lead Kennel Technician
3 Years 6 Months- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Protected animals from care errors by maintaining clear and secure tags.
- Did outreach programs with my personal dog to gain clientele.
- Handled administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling pets for boarding,daycare and grooming.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
Professional Pet Sitter
2 Years 6 Months- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
- Veterinary Assistant
Associate of Science - General Studies
High School Diploma
Skills
Ability to think critically and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Great communication skills
Team player
detail oriented
reliable
dependable
trustworthy
Surgical Procedure Support
Reception Area Maintenance
Equipment Preparation
Immunization Administration
Animal Restraining
Veterinarian Assistance
Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
Animal Surgery
IVC placement
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Assistant-Animal Behavior College
- Fear Free Certified Professional
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
DuPont Veterinary Center
05.2020 - CurrentRead More
Lead Kennel Technician
The Pet Brigade
09.2016 - 03.2020Read More
Professional Pet Sitter
Kritter Sitter
01.2014 - 07.2016Read More
Academy Of Environmental Sciences
High School Diploma
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College of Central Florida
Associate of Science from General Studies
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Animal Behavior College
from Veterinary Assistant
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St. Petersburg College
Associate of Science from Veterinary Technology
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