Accomplished Veterinarian at Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center, excelling in urgent care and emergency case triage. Demonstrated expertise in client education and compassionate animal care, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in both emergency response and chronic disease management, leveraging strong communication skills to foster trust and client satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian
Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center
09.2022 - Current
Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on advancements within the veterinary field.
Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on urgent and emergency care and preventative care in small animals.
Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment.
Established positive relationships with clients through clear communication about their pets healthcare needs and follow-up appointments.
Developed comprehensive treatment plans to address complex medical conditions in collaboration with clients and referring veterinarians.
Provided emergency services during after-hours situations for critical patient care when needed.
Collaborated with veterinary technicians for efficient patient care, ensuring accurate test results and timely treatments.
Improved patient outcomes by accurately diagnosing and treating various animal illnesses and injuries.
Delivered compassionate end-of-life care through thoughtful communication with pet owners and administration of humane euthanasia when necessary.
Veterinarian
VCA Asher
08.2021 - 08.2022
Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and some emergency medicine in small animals.
Administered vaccinations to prevent the spread of common infectious diseases among animals in the community.
Conducted thorough physical examinations of animals to assess overall health and identify potential issues.
Performed surgical procedures for better animal health, including spaying, neutering, and dental prophylaxis.
Created a welcoming environment for pet owners by addressing concerns with empathy and providing comprehensive explanations of treatment options.
Educated pet owners on proper care techniques, such as diet, exercise, and preventative medicine.
Euthanized animals humanely due to conditions such as cancer or advanced age.
Veterinary Assistant
Mount Shasta Animal Hospital
06.2017 - 09.2019
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
Expedited laboratory processing times by collecting samples efficiently for blood work or other testing purposes.
Veterinary Assistant
Scott Valley Animal Hospital
05.2014 - 06.2017
Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarian with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA
05.2016
Associate of Arts - Spanish
College of The Siskiyous
Weed, CA
05.2012
Skills
Urgent and Emergency Care
Wound Management
Surgical Procedures
Medication Administration
Client Education
Affiliations
American Veterinary Medical Association
Oregon Veterinary Medical Association
California Veterinary Medical Association
Timeline
Veterinarian
Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center
09.2022 - Current
Veterinarian
VCA Asher
08.2021 - 08.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Mount Shasta Animal Hospital
06.2017 - 09.2019
Veterinary Assistant
Scott Valley Animal Hospital
05.2014 - 06.2017
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Client Services Representative at Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center / Veterinary Emergency + Critical CareClient Services Representative at Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center / Veterinary Emergency + Critical Care