Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Brittany Meyer

Brittany Meyer

Camp Verde,AZ

Summary

Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Danza Del Sol Veterinary Medical Center, Pllc 928-634-5274
Cornville, Arizona
10.2022 - Current
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.

Veterinary Assistant

Cornville Pet Clinic
Cornville , Arizona
06.2019 - 10.2022
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Assisted with adoption process and post-adoption follow-up, providing support and addressing any arising issues.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
  • Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
  • Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
  • Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.

Shift Lead

Walgreens
Cottonwood , Arizona
09.2013 - 06.2018
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
  • Inventoried materials on weekly basis to identify and resolve discrepancies, maintaining highly accurate and current records.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.

Education

Veterinarian Assisting

Penn Foster College, Scottsdale, AZ

High School Diploma -

Mingus Union High School, Cottonwood, AZ
05.2013

Skills

  • Lab Operations
  • Surgical Procedure Support
  • File and Records Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Client Education
  • Patient Discharges
  • Reading Comprehension
  • High-Pressure Environments
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Patient Check-Ins
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Effective Listening and Communication
  • Collaborative Environments
  • Team Motivation
  • Team Contribution

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant - Danza Del Sol Veterinary Medical Center, Pllc 928-634-5274
10.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant - Cornville Pet Clinic
06.2019 - 10.2022
Shift Lead - Walgreens
09.2013 - 06.2018
Penn Foster College - , Veterinarian Assisting
Mingus Union High School - High School Diploma,
Brittany Meyer