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Ashton Scherrer

Ashton Scherrer

Holtsville,New York

Summary

Dynamic Veterinary Assistant Supervisor at VCA Hospitals, skilled in surgical assistance and client communication. Proven ability to enhance team efficiency and improve patient care through effective training and leadership. Expertise in anesthesia monitoring and medical record-keeping, ensuring high standards of animal safety and comfort during procedures.

Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with over 11 years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee.

Known for handling temperamental animals with relative ease and gentleness. Create individualized play sessions for high energy dogs. Willing to take on additional shifts while providing great care to animals.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a veterinary assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Assistant Supervisor

VCA Hospitals
10.2017 - Current
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
  • Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Camp Counselor

Town Of Brookhaven
06.2012 - 08.2012
  • Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.

Camp Counselor

Town Of Brookhaven
06.2011 - 08.2011
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
  • Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Seasonal Worker

Kmart, Sears Holding
11.2010 - 01.2011
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Camp Counselor

Town Brookhaven
06.2010 - 08.2010
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sachem East
Farmingville, NY
06-2009

Skills

  • Lab operations
  • Emergency and preventive care
  • Surgical procedures and support
  • Patient bathing
  • Animal restraint
  • Gowning and gloving procedures
  • Reception support
  • Conduct necropsies
  • Surgical assistance
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Animal safety
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Client communication
  • Proficient in Wooware
  • Radiology techniques
  • Reception area maintenance
  • Medication administration
  • Client education
  • Sample collection
  • Veterinary terminology
  • Post operative care
  • Careful restraint
  • Parasite control
  • Euthanasia assistance
  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Physical examinations
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Tick removal
  • Animal handling

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Telephone Service - Professionally processed 80+ calls per day, providing information and service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Monetary Transactions - Handled cash, check, credit and automatic debit card transactions with 100% accuracy.
  • Product Promotion - Up-sold products and motivated customers to upgrade current product plans.

Certification

  • Certified veterinary assistant, Eastern Sufflok Boces - 2014
  • Recovery CRP Trained

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant Supervisor

VCA Hospitals
10.2017 - Current

Camp Counselor

Town Of Brookhaven
06.2012 - 08.2012

Camp Counselor

Town Of Brookhaven
06.2011 - 08.2011

Seasonal Worker

Kmart, Sears Holding
11.2010 - 01.2011

Camp Counselor

Town Brookhaven
06.2010 - 08.2010

High School Diploma -

Sachem East

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