EDEN COLE
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Veterinary Assistant Intern recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task execution. Proficient in animal handling, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records, providing essential support for veterinary operations. Strong communication and teamwork skills enhance contributions in dynamic veterinary settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Saugus Animal Hospital
Santa Clarita, California
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures for various animal species.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded medical histories for patient assessments.
- Prepared surgical instruments and maintained a sterile environment in the operating room.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and vaccination schedules.
- Managed inventory by organizing supplies and ensuring the availability of medical products.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies, and equipment before procedure start time.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Cleaned and sanitized animal kennels to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
Veterinary Assistant
Saugus Animal Hospital
Santa Clarita, California
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures for various animal patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of clinic areas and medical supplies.
- Monitored animal behavior and health to provide accurate information to veterinarians.
- Prepared animals for surgery by ensuring proper anesthesia and monitoring vital signs.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding care instructions and appointment scheduling.
- Handled animals safely while performing grooming and basic care tasks in the clinic.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Copper Hill Animal Clinic
Santa Clarita, CA
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Ensured all equipment was properly sterilized between uses.
- Filled prescriptions for clients as directed by the veterinarian.
- Recorded patient histories accurately and completely.
- Helped maintain a clean environment throughout the facility.
- Cleaned and maintained exam rooms, kennels, cages, runs, and yards.
- Performed clerical duties such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
- Provided animal restraint for examinations and treatments.
- Administered vaccinations, medication, and other treatments prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians in providing medical care and treatment to animals.
- Restocked supplies in exam rooms or treatment areas.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
Sanctuary Volunteer
Charli Duffy
Lefkada, Greece
07.2022 - 07.2022
- disinfected kennels and runs
- Assisted Charli in the daily operations of the organization.
- Managed daily feeds for all animals.
- Engaged with local Veterinary Clinic and Pet Shop
Education
High School Diploma -
Saugus High School
Saugus, CA05-2025
Skills
- Animal care
- Customer service
- Record keeping
- Compassionate communication
- Time management
- Appointment scheduling
- Animal handling expertise
- Medication dispensing
- Vaccine administration
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Preventative care education
- Veterinary medical records software
- Animal behavior
- Animal restraint techniques
- Medical record-keeping
- Physical examination assistance
- Animal restraint
- Oral and topical medication administration
- Fluid therapy
- Sanitation protocols
- Ear sample collection
- Surgical preparation
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Assistant - CVMA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Saugus Animal Hospital
06.2025 - 12.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Saugus Animal Hospital
06.2025 - 12.2025
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Copper Hill Animal Clinic
06.2024 - 05.2025
Sanctuary Volunteer
Charli Duffy
07.2022 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Saugus High School