Veterinary professional skilled in surgical assistance, diagnostic imaging, and emergency care. Committed to maintaining high standards of animal welfare while supporting veterinary teams with meticulous record-keeping and safety protocols. Adept at providing compassionate care in high-pressure situations, ensuring effective treatment and recovery.
Boosted patient care by assisting veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or lifesaving measures under veterinarian supervision
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans
Maintained accurate records of radiation exposure and safety audits.
Monitored radiation levels, ensuring compliance with safety regulations to protect staff and animals.
Conducted safety inspections of equipment and facilities regularly.
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Animal Hospital
Columbia, MD
03.2024 - Current
Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition to inform ongoing care and treatment adjustments.
Monitored patient vitals and provided updates to the surgical team during procedures
Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
Maintained accurate medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit, supporting effective treatment decisions.
Streamlined inventory management through regular stock checks, timely ordering of supplies, and organized storage areas, ensuring availability of essential resources.
Clinic Assistant
VIP Petcare
Hanover, Maryland
11.2023 - 12.2024
Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with routine examinations and procedures.
Administered vaccinations, deworming treatments, and medications under veterinarian supervision to maintain animal health.
Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Education
RVT - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
Skills
Emergency and preventive care
Surgical procedures and support
Obtain/monitor vitals on anesthetized & nonanesthetized patients
Maryland Wolves LLC, Flag football & AAU Basketball, Co-founder, Director of operations, Bethesda, MD, 11/23-Present
Co-founded and established a successful youth sports team, focusing on flag football and basketball for kids from 6th-11th grade., Oversaw day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth coordination of practices, games, and events., Managed team budget, allocating resources efficiently and tracking financial transactions., Spearheaded fundraising initiatives, securing sponsorships and organizing events to support team expenses., Established and maintained positive relationships with parents, sponsors, and community partners., Instilled a sense of discipline, responsibility, and respect in young athletes, emphasizing the importance of commitment, & team work., Officiated the organized games with fairness, enforcing rules and regulations to ensure a safe and equitable playing environment.
Nick & Fabien's Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, Host, Silver Spring, MD, 11/22, Present, Collectively raised over 1,000 canned and boxed goods with the help of the community, family and friends to provide essential meals to underserved individuals and families during the holiday season., Demonstrated strong planning communication, and leadership skills to coordinate donations, manage logistics, and ensure the timely distribution of resources.
Radiation Safety Officer, Laser Safety Officer, X-Ray Safety Officer at University of California Santa CruzRadiation Safety Officer, Laser Safety Officer, X-Ray Safety Officer at University of California Santa Cruz
Assistant Radiation Safety Officer at THE BOEING COMPANY- Leader In The Aerospace IndustryAssistant Radiation Safety Officer at THE BOEING COMPANY- Leader In The Aerospace Industry