Veterinary Assistant
Animal Health Center of Ottumwa
Ottumwa
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in examinations and treatments of various animals.
- Prepared surgical instruments and maintained sterile environments for procedures.
- Monitored animal patients during recovery and reported changes to veterinarians.
- Educated pet owners on proper care and post-treatment instructions.
- Provided compassionate care and comfort to animals during visits and treatments.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained accurate patient records in the system.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.