Cassandra Dussault
Townsend,MA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
WVERC
Westford , MA
07.2022 - Current
- Triage animals and inform veterinarians on each case, and establish which patients need to be seen most urgently.
- Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
Pet Sitter
Self Employed Services
Varied
07.2018 - Current
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Noted unusual behavior in animals and contacted owners and veterinarians as needed.
- Coordinated care for multiple animals at different locations and resolved scheduling or service issues.
- Monitored medication administration as directed by pet owners and vet.
- Followed owner instructions on feeding times to keep animals on schedule for food and medications.
Pharmacy Technician in Training
McNabb Pharmacy
Townsend, MA
11.2018 - 09.2023
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Filled and processed prescriptions, delivering prompt and efficient patient care.
- Assisted patients in finding over-the-counter solutions to aid minor health issues.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics accurately.
- Assisted in running vaccine clinics.
Veterinary Surgical Technician
Westford Veterinary Surgical Specialists
Westford, MA
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared the operating room for surgery by setting up and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Kept accurate records of medical histories, treatments, medications administered.
- Communicated effectively with pet owners regarding their pets' health conditions and treatment plans.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures on animals.
Intern
Kerri Mitton, DVM
Varied
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Shadowed a large animal veterinarian for total 5 months to learn best approaches for varied procedures.
- Watched job tasks like neuters and annual examinations.
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Helped to perform common and skilled procedures.
- Asked questions about tasks to learn techniques.
Function Server
Bailey's on the Green
Townsend, MA
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins, and other items.
- Prepared salads, appetizers, and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins, and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, and tidying up server stations.
- Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.
- Set up dining room to meet hospitality and service standards.
- Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
Education
Basic And Advanced Life Support Certified
Recover
09-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2024
High School Diploma -
North Middlesex Regional
Townsend, MA05.2020
Skills
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Prescription Filling and Labeling
- Detail-Oriented
- Recordkeeping and Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Pet care management
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
WVERC
07.2022 - Current
Veterinary Surgical Technician
Westford Veterinary Surgical Specialists
06.2022 - 07.2022
Intern
Kerri Mitton, DVM
09.2019 - 01.2020
Pharmacy Technician in Training
McNabb Pharmacy
11.2018 - 09.2023
Pet Sitter
Self Employed Services
07.2018 - Current
Function Server
Bailey's on the Green
06.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Fitchburg State University
High School Diploma -
North Middlesex Regional
Basic And Advanced Life Support Certified
Recover
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