Cassandra Lombard
Minneola
Summary
Dedicated and motivated Veterinary Assistant with hands-on clinical experience in small animal medicine. Skilled in patient restraint, laboratory diagnostics, diagnostic radiography, client communication, and daily hospital operations. Strong team player with a passion for animal care and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment. Seeking to advance into a Veterinary Technician role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
All Care Animal Hospital
Minneola, FL
10.2024 - Current
- Safely restrain cats and dogs for examinations, blood draws, injections, radiographs, and medical procedures
- Obtain and document TPR
- Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics including fecal testing, urinalysis, CBCs, and chemistry panels
- Prepare, stain, and evaluate cytology and other diagnostic slides for microscopic examination
- Perform diagnostic X-rays, including patient positioning, equipment operation, and radiation safety compliance.
- Administer medications and assist with vaccine preparation
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgical prep, and medical procedures
- Set up IV fluid therapy and assist with catheter placement
- Ensure a clean and organized clinical environment
- Communicate effectively and compassionately with clients
- Assisted veterinarian with 10–20 appointments daily, supporting exams, vaccinations, and minor procedures in a small-animal practice.
- Trained new veterinary assistants and technicians on clinical procedures, restraint techniques, lab protocols, and imaging procedures.
Guest Service Representative
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Clermont, FL
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Processed transactions accurately and promoted products
- Maintained cleanliness and followed health and safety standards
- Recognized with two Outstanding Guest Service Awards
- Assisted 15–30 guests per shift, providing personalized service and product recommendations in a boutique-style bakery setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Lake-Sumter State College
Clermont, FLSkills
- Laboratory diagnostics
- Patient restraint
- Radiology assistance
- Vaccine preparation & medication administration
- Patient care & monitoring
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
- Safety & equipment
LANGUAGES
English | Native
Spanish | Advanced
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
All Care Animal Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Guest Service Representative
Nothing Bundt Cakes
02.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science -
Lake-Sumter State College
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Phone number: (305) 972 - 3604
- Email: Clombard0811@gmail.com