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Brianna Taylor

Lansing,MI

Summary

Aspiring pathway for general practice veterinary medicine. Heavy interest in surgery and rehabilitation. Mentorship in practice is highly desirable as a new graduate.

Strong communicator with excellent organizational and time management skills. Efficiently manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think and act quickly to find creative solutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Necropsy Assistant

MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
2023.05 - 2023.08
  • Examined animals post-mortem, performed case reports, and discussed underlying disease processes and pathobiology
  • Prepared fixed tissue samples for histopathological examination

Pet Sitter

Paw City Pet Care
2021.02 - 2022.11
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.

Student Extern

Hall Veterinary Clinic
2022.06 - 2022.06
  • Assisted in diagnostic procedures, speculated diagnostic results and diagnoses
  • Monitored anesthesia while observing surgeries including spay/neuter and foreign body removals.

Veterinary Assistant

Miller Animal Clinic
2019.10 - 2021.01
  • Communicated with clients to obtain medical history, schedule appointments, and relay information to the clinical team
  • Handled animals by trained restraint, bathing, trimming nails, preparing vaccines
  • Assisted technicians in taking radiographs, venipuncture, intubations, monitoring anesthesia, and preparing sterilized surgery materials.
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.

Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern

Nottingham Nature Nook
2020.05 - 2020.08
  • Assisted in wildlife husbandry by cleaning enclosures and maintaining proper diets for squirrels, fawns, foxes, birds, and rabbits.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
08.2021

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Punctuality
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Leadership
  • Time Management

Activities

  • Omega Tau Sigma Veterinary Fraternity, e-board member
  • SAVMA, member
  • Zoo, Exotics, Wildlife, Aquatics Club, member
  • Veterinary Wellness Initiative, member
  • Feline Club, member
  • Student Association of Veterinary Surgery, member
  • Shelter Medicine Club, member
  • Meridian Community Band, clarinetist

Timeline

Necropsy Assistant

MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
2023.05 - 2023.08

Student Extern

Hall Veterinary Clinic
2022.06 - 2022.06

Pet Sitter

Paw City Pet Care
2021.02 - 2022.11

Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern

Nottingham Nature Nook
2020.05 - 2020.08

Veterinary Assistant

Miller Animal Clinic
2019.10 - 2021.01

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Michigan State University
Brianna Taylor