Georgina Old
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with experience in surgical support and client communication. Successfully enhanced patient care through effective teamwork and compassionate animal handling. Proficient in medication administration and post-operative care, ensuring optimal recovery and comfort for animals while educating clients on preventive health measures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Dr Caroline Gadolet
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Prepared animals for procedures by administering medications and ensuring proper handling techniques.
Veterinary Assistant
Dr Jack Cholewka
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Monitored animal behavior pre- and post-surgery to identify any signs of distress or complications.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care through effective communication and teamwork.
- Ensured optimal animal care by assisting in surgeries, which included preparing operating rooms, sterilizing instruments, and providing post-operative care.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
Education
NCFE - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Stonebridge
Cambridge England07-2010
NCFE - Psychotherapy
Stonebridge
Cambridge England07-2010
Skills
- Client communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Medication administration
- Post operative care
- Surgical procedures and support
- Surgical assistance
Certification
NCFE level 5 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Diploma
NCFE level 4 Psychotherapy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Dr Caroline Gadolet
04.2021 - 03.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Dr Jack Cholewka
07.2018 - 03.2021
NCFE - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Stonebridge
NCFE - Psychotherapy
Stonebridge
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