Emery Martin
Henderson
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Emergency Group
01.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant /Technician
Sunridge Animal Hospital
08.2017 - 02.2024
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
Vet Technician Assistant
Animal Emergency Center Of Las Vegas & Henderson
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Proficient in venipuncture (Both blood draws and IV catheter placement)
Education
Certified Veterinary Assistant - Veterinarian Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
Las Vegas, NV04.2020
High School Diploma -
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School
Henderson, NV06.2017
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Animal Euthanasia Assistance
- Supply Ordering and Restocking
- Clinical Symptom Monitoring
- Routine Examinations
- Examination Room Oversight
- Immunization Administration
- Emergency Response
- Prescription Filling
- Diagnostic Testing
- Time Management
- Problem Resolution
- Specimen Collection
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Client Education
- Post-surgical Monitoring
- Animal Behavioral Changes
- First Aid
- Equipment Sterilization
- Medical Terminology
- Anesthetic Administration Assistance
- Medical Triage
- Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
Timeline
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Emergency Group
01.2024 - Current
Vet Technician Assistant
Animal Emergency Center Of Las Vegas & Henderson
04.2023 - 01.2024
Veterinary Assistant /Technician
Sunridge Animal Hospital
08.2017 - 02.2024
Certified Veterinary Assistant - Veterinarian Assisting
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Basic Academy Of Int'l Studies High School
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