Bailey Johnson
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant offering great work ethic. Animal lover with over 6 years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Veterinary Assistant
Compassion Animal Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted in administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Dunham Animal Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently conducting thorough physical examinations and diagnostic tests on animals.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through compassionate communication and education about pet care.
- Streamlined clinic operations by assisting with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and supply procurement.
- Provided quality care to a diverse range of animal patients while adhering to established safety protocols.
Veterinary Assistant
Berry Patch Animal Clinic
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection, using appropriate chemicals
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgi-packs for autoclave sterilization
- Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet's condition
- Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided
- Checked animals for injury and illness, writing copious notes regarding symptoms for Veterinary review
- Delivered consistent customer service to pet owners, effectively increasing repeat business
- Operated anesthetic machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment
- Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures, and notified veterinarian of changes in stability
- Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques
- Assisted veterinarian with treatment of wounds, vaccination administration and operations
- Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administer vaccinations according to clinic protocols
- Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab
- Performed dental procedures, including smoothing, filing, polishing, and removal of calculus, soft deposits, plaque and stains.
Veterinary Assistant/Assistant Manager
Parkside Animal Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Everything Listed for Current Job and including the following
- Organized, labeled and restocked supplies and pet food
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms
- Performed physical examinations and record case history, weight, temperature and other vitals
- Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, microbiology, parasitology, exfoliative cytology, blood chemistry, coprology, urinalysis and serology
- Responsible for opening and closing procedures
- Responsible for the performance and education of staff throughout the work day
- Experience in ordering Hills Science diet through their website AND over the phone
- Performed record and data keeping with Neo software.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ09.2022
Skills
- Customer service skills
- Medical history
- Collecting specimens for analysis (Blood, Feces, Urine)
- Surgery Monitoring
- Administering medications (Oral, subcutaneous, Intramuscular, Intravenous)
- Animal Safety
- Client Communication
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
Timeline
Senior Veterinary Assistant
Compassion Animal Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2024
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Dunham Animal Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Berry Patch Animal Clinic
12.2019 - 08.2020
Veterinary Assistant/Assistant Manager
Parkside Animal Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster College
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
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