Derek B. Grant

• Diagnosed and treated a variety of animal health issues using established protocols.
• Assisted in surgeries and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Administered vaccinations and medications per veterinary guidelines.
• Conducted routine wellness exams, providing pet owners with health advice.
• Educated clients on preventive care and nutrition for optimal pet health.
• Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with regulations.
• Participated in continuing education to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
• Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.

Contributed to development of small animal practice.

Hired Associate Veterinarians.

Grew Equine and Food Animal Practice.

Maintained after hours emergency services.

Aided in the daily operations of the clinic.

• Managed financial oversight of department budgets, optimizing resource allocation for improved profitability.
• Monitored partner performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
• Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
• Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
• Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.

Ambulatory and emergency veterinarian for equine and bovine in East Texas.

Collaborated with Dr. Jim Ward at Pineywoods Stallion Station to manage breeding programs for quarter horses and thoroughbred mares.

Assisted Dr. Mike Ward in conducting Brucella testing, pregnancy testing in cows, and fertility testing in bulls to support herd health and reproductive success.

Worked under the guidance of H. Steve Conboy, DVM at Castleton Farm.

AI bred over 700 Mares a year.

Foaled over 500 mares a year.

Aided in the preparation of over 500 yearlings for sales annually