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Work History
Education
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Cristine Mincheff

Veterinarian, Clinic Manager
Ames,IA
Cristine Mincheff

Summary

Compassionate Veterinarian with over 30 years serving clients and animals with excellent health services. Skilled in leveraging medical history and symptoms to reach efficient and accurate diagnoses in companion animal practice. Patient and client-focused veterinarian with proven leadership in veterinary practice management backed by successful career as clinical practitioner in small animal medicine and surgery. Collaborative and motivating team builder with proven strengths in operations management, strategic planning and organizational transformation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated Veterinary professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Dental Clinic
San Carlos, CA

Associate Veterinarian
07.2016 - 10.2019

Job overview

Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.

  • Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed oral conditions.
  • Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
  • Performed surgical procedures for oral injuries and defects and planned post-surgical therapy.
  • Performed both scheduled and emergent oral procedures on small animals and exotic species.
  • Treated 50 companion animals per month. All require anesthesia.

Owner Of Animal Dental Clinic
San Carlos, CA

Veterinarian
06.2012 - 07.2016

Job overview

  • Practiced veterinary medicine with special interest in oral disease including preventive care, chronic oral disease management, and emergency oral medicine in small animals.
  • Worked with Companion Assistance animal training organization, providing advanced oral care.
  • Worked with local county shelter to provide veterinary services to animals.
  • Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
  • Conducted community classes on animal oral care.
  • Led, coached and developed team of five clinic staff, including three Registered Veterinary Technicians, in all aspects of patient care and client management.
  • Treated average of 45 animals each month. Each one treated required anesthesia to conduct procedures.
  • Maintained detailed diagnosis and treatment records for future reference.
  • Helped improve animal wellbeing by advising owners on better care strategies and treatment options.
  • Collected animal blood samples and prepared specimens for shipment and laboratory testing.
  • Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed oral conditions.
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
  • Developed personal veterinary medicine practice with specialties oral medicine and surgery, preventive care and chronic oral disease management.

Animal Dental Clinic
San Carlos, CA

Associate Veterinarian, Mentee
06.2005 - 07.2012

Job overview

  • Performed oral surgical procedures for oral and dental diseases and defects and planned post-surgical therapy.
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
  • Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
  • Worked with local animal, and exotic wildlife rescue organizations to provide veterinary services to animals on pro bono basis.
  • Performed both scheduled and emergent oral surgeries on small animals and exotic species.
  • Conducted community classes on oral and dental animal care for various groups.
  • Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
  • Developed personal veterinary medicine practice with special interest in oral disease, preventive care and chronic disease management.
  • Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
  • Led, coached and developed team of 5 staff in all aspects of patient care and client management. Included 3 RVT's.

Education

ISU, College of Veterinary Medicine
Ames, Iowa

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Veterinary Medicine
05.1992

University Overview

Studied with Dr. Steven Holmstrom DVM, DAVDC, FAVD, in the specialty of Veterinary Dentistry and Surgery.

Skills

  • Animal Behavior Knowledge
  • Medication Administration
  • Vaccination Administration
  • Blood Analyses
  • Compassionate Care
  • Preventative Care Education
  • Animal Surgery
  • Canine and Feline Intubation
  • Illness Identification and Treatment
  • Dental Procedures
  • Veterinarian Communication
  • Operating Diagnostic Equipment
  • General Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Breed and Species Knowledge
  • Digital Radiography
  • Medical Charts and Records
  • Prescription Dispensing
  • Diagnostic Procedures

Additional Information

Additional Information

Fear Free Certified. Completed the training in 2017.

Timeline

Associate Veterinarian
Animal Dental Clinic
07.2016 - 10.2019
Veterinarian
Owner Of Animal Dental Clinic
06.2012 - 07.2016
Associate Veterinarian, Mentee
Animal Dental Clinic
06.2005 - 07.2012
ISU, College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Veterinary Medicine
Cristine MincheffVeterinarian, Clinic Manager