Aurora Pinkett
Columbus,OH
Summary
Devoted Veterinary Assistant versed in balancing administrative responsibilities with delivering quality veterinary care. Focused on creating calm, inviting office setting to put pet owners and pets at ease. Excellent time management and relationship-building skills with animals and people alike. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital
Reynoldsburg, OH
06.2023 - 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.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Ordered medication refills when needed.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- 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.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
Technical Assistant
MedVet
Canal Winchester, OH
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency calls after hours.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Ordered medication refills when needed.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
Barista
Starbucks
Columbus, OH
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Placed orders with suppliers for delivery of products required for daily operations.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
Veterinary Assistant
Rascal Animal Hospital and Emergency
Dublin, OH
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Monitored vital signs of patients during surgery or other medical procedures.
- Interacted with clients in a professional manner at all times.
- Recorded patient histories accurately within medical records system.
- Assisted with the preparation of radiographs.
- Cared for hospitalized pets under direct supervision of veterinarian staff members.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Transported sick or injured animals to veterinary clinics or hospitals safely.
- Administered medications, vaccinations, treatments, and other therapies as instructed by veterinarians.
- Observed animals closely for any changes in behavior or physical condition.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and sterilized between uses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canal Winchester High School
Canal Winchester, OH05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZSkills
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Animal restraint
- Animal Safety
- Client Education
- Physical Examinations
- Animal Handling
- Medical record-keeping
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Sample Collection
- Medication Administration
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Client Communication
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Appointment Scheduling
- Urgent Care
Certification
- CPR: Basic Life Support
- Fear Free Veterinary
- Fear Free Shelter
- CNA Certifications
Accomplishments
- Women Connection- Columbus State Community College 08-2021-05-2022
- Columbus Humane Society- Veterinary Assistant Training 08-2023
Affiliations
- Swimming
- Dancing
- Drawing objects
- Interacting with fur babies
- spending times with friends/family
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Technical Assistant
MedVet
08.2022 - 05.2023
Barista
Starbucks
09.2021 - 08.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Rascal Animal Hospital and Emergency
10.2020 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Canal Winchester High School
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
- CPR: Basic Life Support
- Fear Free Veterinary
- Fear Free Shelter
- CNA Certifications
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