Brandy Jordan
Powder Springs,GA
Summary
Caring veterinary Assistant with years of extensive experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks. Polished in administering injections and treatments, taking x-rays and recording and updating records. Compassionate and responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques. Skilled Veterinary Technician with background in small and large animal care. Experience includes performing diagnostics, administering medications and vaccinations, surgical assistance, and client education. Strong communication skills with emphasis on compassionate pet care. Past roles have resulted in improved patient outcomes through individualized treatment plans and preventive health measures.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Powder Springs Animal Clinic
Powder Springs, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, including urinalysis.
- 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.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Ordered medication refills when needed.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Attended regular continuing education courses related to veterinary medicine.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Helped veterinarian with casting broken bones.
- Administered immunizations, and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Operated radiographic equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Delivered attentive, courteous service to promote overall patron satisfaction.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
- Administered immunizations and treatments following veterinarian instructions.
- Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.
- Examined animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
- Delivered emergency first aid to sick or injured animals.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing and parasites.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Community High School Of Vermont.
Brattleboro, VT04-2013
Skills
- Intravenous injection
- Animal restraint
- Gowning and gloving procedures
- Procedure billing
- Halter placement
- Gram-stained slide preparation
- Medical record-keeping
- Vaccine administration
- Explaining treatment
- Diagnostic sampling
- Prescribing medication
- Oxygen therapy
- Vaccinations
- Vital signs
- Sanitation protocols
- Medical history
- Blood collection
- General anesthesia recovery
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
- Maintaining treatment notes
- Lab operations
- Dietary recommendations
- Monitoring recovery
- Reception support
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Emergency Care
- Immunization
- Record maintenance
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management abilities
- Radiology techniques
- Wound treatment
- Cleaning and sanitizing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Powder Springs Animal Clinic
08.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Community High School Of Vermont.
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