Cierra Johnson
New Albany,IN
Summary
Adept Veterinary Assistant with proven expertise in surgical assistance and compassionate patient care. Excelled in patient monitoring, wound management, and post-operative care, significantly enhancing recovery outcomes. I am also organized and dependable, great at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Ridgeview Animal Clinic
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Participated continuing education training seminars workshops conferences advance knowledge stay current industry trends best practices.
- Assisted in development of treatment plans, collaborating closely with veterinarians to address specific patient needs.
Veterinary Assistant
Indy Vet
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Upheld high standards of hygiene within the hospital through diligent cleaning and disinfecting routines, reducing the risk of infection.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Ensured effective recovery after surgical procedures through diligent post-operative monitoring and care of patients.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veteranary Technician
Vet Tech Institute
Indianapolis, IN11.2021
High School Diploma -
Clarksville Senior High School
Clarksville, IN06.2017
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Stress reduction techniques
- Compassionate Care
- Post Operative Care
- Patient Examination
- Surgical Assistance
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Patient restraint
- Client Communication
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Ridgeview Animal Clinic
04.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Indy Vet
03.2021 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Veteranary Technician
Vet Tech Institute
High School Diploma -
Clarksville Senior High School