Elizabeth Edwards
Independence,Kansas
Summary
Veterinary professional with solid history in client interactions and administrative support. Experience in managing patient flow and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Collaborative team player known for adaptability and reliability, excelling in fast-paced environments with changing needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Rural Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service
Independence, KS
08.2024 - Current
- Route Management: Efficiently delivered mail and packages along a designated rural route, managing, sorting, and organizing mail for timely delivery.
- Vehicle & Safety: Operated a USPS delivery vehicle safely in diverse, challenging weather and road conditions, adhering to all safety regulations.
- Customer Service: Provided professional service to customers, including selling stamps, and handling certified/registered mail.
- Logistics: Loaded/unloaded mail, packages, and parcels, ensuring accurate inventory and delivery records.
- Key Skills: Time management, spatial awareness, customer service, vehicle safety, route optimization.
Kennel Tech/ Veterinary Assistant
Independence Animal Hospital
Independence, Kansas
12.2018 - 08.2024
- Ensuring the overall health and well-being of the animals in the kennel
- Coordinated feeding schedules, monitoring dietary requirements for various breeds.
- Providing food and water to the animals
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain the kennel and cages.
- Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by a veterinarian
- Monitoring the health of the animals and reporting any issues
- Maintaining accurate records of the animals' health and progress
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of kennel facilities to promote a safe environment.
Veterinary Assistant
Shipman Veterinary Services
Claremore, OK
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Supported veterinarians in administering treatments and performing diagnostic tests.
- Assisted in patient care and recovery, ensuring comfort and safety of animals.
- Maintained accurate medical records and inventory management for supplies.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and wellness practices.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling process to improve client flow and satisfaction.
- Supported veterinarian in performing surgeries by preparing instruments, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care for patients.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments.
- Assisted in emergency situations calmly while supporting veterinarians with critical care procedures to stabilize patients quickly.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Collaborated effectively with other vet assistants to streamline daily operations within the clinic setting.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Quality Control
Berry Plastics
Pryor, Oklahoma
10.2012 - 03.2016
- Responsible for inspecting raw material. Making sure the correct blend is deposited into the correct extruder
- Inspect all production processes and test according to specified requirements
- Pull samples and inspect production and discuss issues with operator and production supervisor
- Analyze, store and display testing data on Microsoft Excel
- Gained knowledge in the operation of Microsoft Excel, Lotus Notes, and JDE
- Educated and oriented employees to improve compliance with quality control protocols.
- Managed a group of 15 operators and leads giving education in product quality and specks.
Education
Diploma - Veterinary Assisting
Community Care College
Tulsa, Oklahoma11.2016
Skills
- Proficient time management
- Effective delivery management
- Animal care safety
- Client relationship management
- Efficient patient record management
- Experience in imaging techniques
- Client support education
- Post-operative management
- Quality control management
- Accurate recordkeeping
- Data reporting
- Team leadership
- OSHA regulations adherence
- Compliance monitoring and enforcement
Timeline
Rural Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service
08.2024 - Current
Kennel Tech/ Veterinary Assistant
Independence Animal Hospital
12.2018 - 08.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Shipman Veterinary Services
09.2016 - 03.2018
Quality Control
Berry Plastics
10.2012 - 03.2016
Diploma - Veterinary Assisting
Community Care College
Honors
100% attendance; 3.91 GPA, Community Care College President's Honor Roll