Autumn Tolimer
Fort Worth
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled newer graduate veterinarian with solid foundation in different aspects of veterinary medicine and demonstrated success in providing comprehensive animal care. Adept at handling high-pressure situations, providing critical care, and making rapid, informed decisions to optimize patient outcomes. Skilled in triage, trauma management, and end-of-life care, ensuring both medical excellence and client compassion. Looking for mentors to expand skills in emergency soft tissue surgical procedures. Proven ability to adapt to diverse clinical environments through relief work and collaborating seamlessly with multidisciplinary specialist teams to deliver high-quality veterinary care. Dedicated to continuous learning and advancing medical knowledge to enhance patient treatment and well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
PetVet Care Centers - Crossroads Animal Clinic
05.2024 - Current
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Provided surgical support including mass removals, spays, and neuters. Growing knowledge of small animal dentistry.
- Led efforts to maintain a clean and sterile work environment, adhering to industry standards for safety and infection control protocols.
- Advised clients on diagnostics options, treatment recommendations, and end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
- Assisted with emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
Relief Veterinarian
Roo Veterinary Relief Management; Independent
09.2022 - Current
- Ability to learn new PIMS and record keeping styles of dozens of general practice, urgent care, and emergency clinics. Experience with over a dozen electronic medical record keeping applications.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by effectively managing emergency and routine cases, ensuring timely treatment for all patients.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify underlying health issues, enabling accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with clinic staff to optimize workflows and provide seamless patient care, contributing to a positive work environment in new environments.
In Home Euthanasia Veterinarian
Lap of Love
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered compassionate in home end-of-life care through thoughtful communication with pet owners and administration of humane euthanasia.
- Developed palliative care program, providing comfort and support to pets and their families during end-of-life stages.
- Created a welcoming environment in the homes of pet owners by addressing concerns with empathy and providing comprehensive explanations of euthanasia process and aftercare.
- Maintained detailed controlled drug logs and recording keeping given in home storing and administration of controlled medications.
Emergency Veterinarian
MedVet
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed challenging cases involving trauma, toxin exposure, and critical illnesses, delivering expert care under high-pressure situations.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment regimens over time through careful monitoring of patient progress, adjusting plans as needed to promote optimal recovery.
- Collaborated with specialists in areas such as critical care, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, and surgery to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
- Proficient in abdominal and thoracic ultrasound as a tool to aid in determining the cause of presenting symptoms quickly and accurately.
Education
DVM -
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05-2021
Skills
- Client education
- Illness assessment and treatment
- Effective triage management
- Ultrasound proficiency
- Compassionate euthanasia practices
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Wound management
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
PetVet Care Centers - Crossroads Animal Clinic
05.2024 - Current
In Home Euthanasia Veterinarian
Lap of Love
10.2022 - 01.2024
Relief Veterinarian
Roo Veterinary Relief Management; Independent
09.2022 - Current
Emergency Veterinarian
MedVet
06.2021 - 09.2022
DVM -
Cornell University
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