Brooke Weisshahn
New London
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with proven expertise at Wolf River Veterinary Clinic, enhancing patient care through meticulous medical record-keeping and effective client communication. Skilled in sample collection and laboratory procedures, including preparing samples, specimens, and microscope slides for transport to outside laboratories. Able to follow clinic procedures including maintaining a clean and sanitized working environment, and preparing by donning the appropriate PPE.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Wolf River Veterinary Clinic
04.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Implemented proper sterilization procedures to maintain a sanitary work environment and prevent cross-contamination risks.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Expedited laboratory processing times by collecting samples efficiently for blood work or other testing purposes.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Participated continuing education training seminars workshops conferences advance knowledge stay current industry trends best practices.
- Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
- Supported veterinary diagnostics, preparing samples for laboratory testing to aid in swift treatment planning.
- Maintained clean and hygienic clinic environment, reducing risk of cross-contamination and ensuring safety of all animals.
- Streamlined administrative tasks to ensure veterinary team could focus on patient care.
- Supported veterinarian efforts in complex cases with detailed record-keeping and data entry for patient histories.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Facilitated smoother surgical procedures by efficiently setting up surgical suites according to veterinarian specifications.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- 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.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Performed testing and completed blood counts.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
Education
New London High School
New London05.2019
Skills
- Client communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Sample collection
- Laboratory procedures
- Sanitation protocols
- Medical record-keeping
- Diagnostic imaging
- Pharmacy inventory
- Reception duties
- Patient flow management
- Lab operations
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Radiology techniques
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Wound care
- Time management
- Medical terminology
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient recordkeeping
- Medical charting
- Laboratory testing
- Supply ordering and restocking
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Wolf River Veterinary Clinic
04.2020 - Current
New London High School
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