Faith Henderson
Lancaster,SOUTH CAROLINA
Summary
Ambitious student pursuing a doctorate in Veterinary medicine. Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations. Strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Faulkner Animal Hospital
Lancaster, SC
07.2021 - Current
- Documented the patients' medical history record, temperature, weight, and vaccinations.
- Performed ear/skin cytology's, obtained jugular and cephalic venipunctures, dispensed prescriptions and monitored anesthesia.
- Observed numerous surgeries: ovariohysterectomies, castrations, dental extractions, FHO's, ablations, feline urethral obstructions, and enucleations.
- Intubated patients, inserted numerous catheters, performed barium studies, enemas and radiographs.
- Cleaned wounds, and removed sutures/staples.
- Communicated with doctors and clients on specific treatment plans.
Large and Small Animal Intern
Top Gun Vet
Rock Hill, SC
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Observed and monitored anesthesia in equine and canines, floated equine teeth, and observed cleaning a gelding's sheath.
- Assisted in a nerve block to diagnose arthritis.
- Helped take an equine lower limb and hoof x-ray to diagnose navicular disease.
- Performed equine venipuncture for Coggins and bloodwork.
- Administered various vaccines to horses and goats.
Equine Intern
Ethan Sutherland, DVM
Lancaster, SC
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Taught me the values in understanding proper techniques of equine dental care.
- floating teeth and sedation using 0.5cc of Torbutrol with 2. 5cc of Xylazine IV pulsing the injections.
- Assisted in various equine radiographs accompanied by the farrier to assist in proper shoeing.
Biomechanics Intern
Nutramax Wellness and Performance Center
Lancaster, SC
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Observed Dr. Gillette as he performed his orthopedic examinations and evaluations while interacting with the owners.
- Assisted in an evaluation on a cocker spaniel with a strained ligament that was treated with laser therapy and NSAIDS.
Horse Husbandry Volunteer
Lew Sterrett, DVM
Anadarko, OK
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Educated on equine nutrition.
- learned the human/equine relationship training process
- Experienced the opportunity to see an embryo during an ultrasound pregnancy check.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
Laboratory Assistant
Southern Oaks Animal Hospital
Hope Mills, NC
02.2020 - 05.2021
Nutramax
- Obtained radiographs, dispensed prescriptions, and loaded examination rooms.
- Six months passed; I ran the laboratory for the clinic-centrifuged samples, fecal floatation, maintained and ran the Idexx machines, PCV/TP values, and performed blood smears.
- I identified various pathologies, such as mast cell tumors. Dr. Hix helped me interpret progesterone levels, vaginal cytology's and assisted in artificial insemination.
- Contributed on farm calls, sent coggins and biopsies to several outside laboratories.
- Obtained exotic animal experience treating ferrets, parrots, and rabbits.
Animal Support Volunteer
Lynchburg Humane Society
Lynchburg, VA
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Learned how the shelter operated while going to college
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Educated local community residents about available health and wellness resources available at the lynchburg humane society for strays.
Research Intern
Nutramax Laboratories, Inc.
Lancaster, SC
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Exposed to many aspects of the quality control department. This included the development of raw materials and product specifications.
- Assisted in microbiologic testing and the monitoring of products with supervision.
Education
M.D. -
Mississippi State University Veterinary Medicine
Starkville, MS2027
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinarian School Prerequisites
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Lancaster, SCSome College (No Degree) - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Medication Administration
- Client Education
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Recordkeeping
- Relationship Building
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Laboratory Testing
Certification
- Introduction to Laser Therapy for the Veterinary Technician course-certificate (2021)
- VMX CE Certificate (2019)
Affiliations
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars: Liberty University (2017).
- Institutional Honors Cum Laude Organization: Liberty University (2019).
- Dean's List Organization: Liberty University (2017, 2018, 2019).
- Psi chi undergraduate member Organization: National Honor Society in Psychology (2019)
- USC Chemistry Club Member (2021)
- The Society for Collegiate Leadership and Achievement Member: University Of South Carolina (2022).
Timeline
Large and Small Animal Intern
Top Gun Vet
07.2023 - 08.2023
Equine Intern
Ethan Sutherland, DVM
06.2022 - 09.2022
Biomechanics Intern
Nutramax Wellness and Performance Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Faulkner Animal Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Horse Husbandry Volunteer
Lew Sterrett, DVM
07.2021 - 08.2021
Laboratory Assistant
Southern Oaks Animal Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2021
Animal Support Volunteer
Lynchburg Humane Society
08.2017 - 12.2017
Research Intern
Nutramax Laboratories, Inc.
06.2016 - 07.2016
M.D. -
Mississippi State University Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinarian School Prerequisites
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Purdue University
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