Ava Pattillo
Vandalia,IL
Summary
Passionate veterinary professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, venipuncture, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Hawthorne Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Upheld AAHA standards of hygiene within the clinic through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines
- Provided exceptional customer service through professional interactions with clients at the front desk, over the phone, and via email communications.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable anesthetics.
- Administered medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and consistently demonstrating enthusiasm for providing quality care to patients.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Contributed to successful emergency response situations by remaining calm under pressure while assisting with life-saving procedures.
- Collaborated with veterinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in a fast-paced environment.
Veterinary Assistant
St. Elmo Pet Clinic
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and ultrasounds.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks and organizing storage areas.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly, ensuring cleanliness, comfort, and safety for boarding animals.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Processed new patients and updated client records
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Restrained animals for examinations and treatments.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology And Chemistry
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05.2024
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Post Operative Care
- Emergency Response
- Intravenous Catheter Placement
- Vaccination Administration
- Critical Care Nursing
- Client Communication
- Venipuncture
- IV, IM, and SQ injections
- Patient Charting
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Hawthorne Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2024
Veterinary Assistant
St. Elmo Pet Clinic
10.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology And Chemistry
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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