Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Carissa Shoaf

Fetch Specialty and Emergency Veterinary Centers
Labelle,FL
13
years of professional experience

Dedicated and motivated professional seeking a position where I can leverage my customer service and veterinary care experience, while continuing to grow and contribute to a team-oriented environment.

Work History

Veterinary Technician

3 Months
Fetch Specialty and Emergency Veterinary Centers | 07.2026 - Current
  • Triage patients and prioritize emergency care needs in fast-paced specialty setting.
  • Assist veterinarians with anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, and recovery support.
  • Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and specimen collection for diagnostic testing.
  • Administer medications, fluids, and treatments while maintaining accurate medical records.
  • Efficiently performed lab work, including blood draws, urinalysis, and fecal examinations for accurate diagnoses.
  • Contributed to team collaboration through effective communication and cooperation with colleagues.

Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Manager

5 Years 4 Months
Riverdale Veterinary Clinic | 02.2021 - 06.2026
  • Facilitated animal restraint, surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery to ensure successful surgical outcomes
  • Conducted lab tests, radiology, SQ/IV injections, and blood draws to support accurate diagnosis and treatment
  • Placed IV catheters and maintained accurate patient records
  • Coordinated front desk operations, scheduling, and client communication to enhance client experience and clinic efficiency
  • Maintained sterile exam rooms, surgical instruments, and medical equipment readiness

Shift Manager

5 Years
Beef O’Brady’s | 01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Supervised staff to facilitate efficient daily operations
  • Managed high call volumes, processed orders, and maintained accurate cash flow
  • Provided excellent customer service and resolved conflicts effectively

Customer Service

2 Years
Sal Cals | 01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Processed customer orders and transactions to ensure accuracy and timely delivery
  • Assisted and guided customers to resolve inquiries and enhance satisfaction
  • Fostered teamwork and collaboration among staff to enhance work environment

Education

Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Assistant Program

Penn Foster Career School | 01.2023

Online

High School Diploma

Labelle High School | Labelle, FL | 01.2006

Skills

Customer service expertise
Veterinary assistance skills
Customer relations
Anesthesia monitoring
Patient monitoring
Surgical assistance
Team communication
Excellent communication
organizational
and problem-solving skills
Leadership experience

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Fetch Specialty and Emergency Veterinary Centers
07.2026 - CurrentRead More

Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Manager

Riverdale Veterinary Clinic
02.2021 - 06.2026Read More

Shift Manager

Beef O’Brady’s
01.2016 - 01.2021Read More

Customer Service

Sal Cals
01.2014 - 01.2016Read More

Labelle High School

High School Diploma
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Penn Foster Career School

Veterinary Assistant from Veterinary Assistant Program
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Carissa Shoaf