Brooke Robertson
Carthage,NC
Summary
I am looking for a workplace filled with learning opportunities to further my veterinary knowledge and skills. While I do have one year of experience in this field, I am very passionate about it and want to know everything I can. I achieved CVA certification through hands-on experience at Longleaf Animal Hospital, where I was then hired.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Longleaf Animal Hospital & Pet Boutique
2023.06 - Current
- I interned for approximately 6 months at this location before being hired to achieve my CVA certification.
- Assisted veterinarians and technicians with exams, procedures, and X-rays.
- Restrained animals of different sizes and temperaments during appointments.
- Ran tech appointments for vaccines/injections, anal glands, bloodwork, suture/staple removals, laser treatments, and more.
- Have experience using Cornerstone, Smartflow, and Weave.
- Refilled medications and preventatives approved by a doctor.
- Aided with routine diagnostic tests by running bloodwork and urine. Also, provided assistance by setting up fecals, ear cytologies, and skin cytologys.
- Collected patient blood samples, fecal samples, and other diagnostics for doctor review.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures both in the clinic and in other locations to ensure owner and pet comfort.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance and performed kennel staff duties as needed (walking dogs, dremeling/clipping nails, making food, administering medication, etc.)
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in an autoclave.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Educated clients on post-surgical/dental care.
- While I do not have veterinary experience regarding exotics, I am comfortable learning to work with all animals.
Farm Hand
Laura Lee Mathews
2024.01 - Current
- Assisted in constructing or repairing fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for farm operation.
- Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored them in the correct barn location.
- Took care of horses, geese, chickens, ducks, and dogs while the owner was away, as well as keeping the property safe and secure.
Cashier
Piggly Wiggly
2021.07 - 2023.06
- Greeted customers entering the store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Education
Associate of Science -
Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NC05.2025
High School Diploma -
Union Pines High School
Cameron, NC06.2023
Skills
- Client Communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Sample Collection
- Vaccine administration
- Attention to Detail
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Customer Service
- Equipment Sterilization
- Laboratory Testing
- Microchip Administration
Timeline
Farm Hand
Laura Lee Mathews
2024.01 - Current
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Longleaf Animal Hospital & Pet Boutique
2023.06 - Current
Cashier
Piggly Wiggly
2021.07 - 2023.06
Associate of Science -
Sandhills Community College
High School Diploma -
Union Pines High School
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