Christina Rushton
Wall Triana Animal Hospital
Athens,AL
5
Years of experience
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with expertise in patient restraint, medication administration, and surgical assistance. Committed to providing compassionate care and enhancing the veterinary team's effectiveness.
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
5 Years 2 Months- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Assisted veterinarians with the euthanasia of animals.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in an autoclave.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in a veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Increased effectiveness of pet owner communications, providing clear instructions for at-home care and medication administration.
- Reduced stress for animals undergoing treatment, employing gentle handling techniques and creating a calm environment.
- Improved patient care with diligent follow-up calls to assess recovery of animals post-treatment.
- Fostered compassionate atmosphere for animals and pet owners, easing anxiety and building trust.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
Site Supervisor
4 Years 4 Months- Conducted regular site inspections to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective measures.
- Coordinated incident response efforts, collaborating with law enforcement as necessary to ensure safety.
- Supervised daily security operations, ensuring compliance with protocols and client specifications.
- Trained and mentored new security personnel to enhance team effectiveness and service quality.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to enhance trust and communication.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at the work site.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
- Conducted thorough quality assurance checks on completed work, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
Education
GED
Approved Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Assistant
Skills
Medication administration
Animal handling
Sample collection
Intravenous catheterization
Surgical assistance
Preanesthetic preparation
Post operative care
Post-treatment support
Laboratory procedures
Surgical preparation
Time management
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Wall Triana Animal Hospital
05.2021 - CurrentRead More
Site Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2016 - 12.2020Read More
Ross Medical Education Center
Approved Veterinary Assistant from Veterinary Assistant
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Gadsden State Community College
GED
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