Chaela Priem
Eugene,OR
Summary
Dependable Veterinary Assistant with a proven track record at H & H Veterinary Care, adept in patient care, record keeping, and enhancing client relations through compassionate service. Consistently demonstrates an ability to assist with surgical preparations, monitoring, and recovery. Self-Motivated animal lover with exceptional organizational skills, and a strong ability to learn new tasks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
H & H Veterinary Care
07.2022 - Current
- Enhance patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Assist in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, and processing payments.
- Perform dental cleanings and radiographs.
- Collect and prepare specimens and samples for in-house laboratory analysis.
- Blood draw and IV catheter placement.
- Improve client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
Veterinary Assistant
Willamette Animal Guild
02.2019 - 07.2022
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Restrained animals of different sizes and temperaments during appointments.
- Provided care for animals post surgery, administering Medications and SQ fluids as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Clean and sanitize surgical instruments and prepare surgical packs, drapes and gowns for the next day.
Little Dog Volunteer
Sevadog Rescue
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Providing socialization of dogs with various temperaments, medical needs, and behavior backgrounds. Including walking on leash, basic grooming, and being handled.
- Cleaning animal kennels and providing facility repairs as needed.
- Marketing of adoptable dogs via online database. Writing personality descriptions, taking and uploading photos.
- Scheduling and organizing adoption events. Designing signage and marketing materials. Coordinating volunteers. Greeting prospective adopters, providing information about adoption process and guiding them through application. Managing multiple dogs in a busy setting.
Skills
- Certified in Fear Free Handling for Shelters
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Radiology Safety Certified
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Medication and Vaccine Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Surgical Monitoring
- Reliability
- Dental Procedures
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
H & H Veterinary Care
07.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Willamette Animal Guild
02.2019 - 07.2022
Little Dog Volunteer
Sevadog Rescue
06.2015 - 07.2019
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