I am a dedicated and hard working individual who is seeking to change my career from veterinary medicine to human healthcare. Having had extensive experiences in fast pace work environments; I am able to learn fast and adapt, awhile still showing strong customer service skills and being enthusiastic and passionate about any situation and opportunity. I believe I can contribute great success to your team and the company. Thank you for your consideration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Franklin Ranch Pet Hospital
Elk Grove, CA
06.2021 - Current
Answered phone and in-person inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered and medical treatment pathways provided by veterinarian.
Built strong relationships with clients, veterinarians, and surrounding hospital staff.
Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
Worked with clients to ensure they were comfortable with the process of treatment plans and any next steps needed for easy an transition from in-hospital to at-home care.
Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts and to ensure clients concerns/questions were addressed effectively.
Administered intravenous, intramuscular and subaqueous injections.
Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
Gathered samples and performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
Elk Grove, CA
07.2020 - 06.2021
Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses and treatment options to pet owners to provide information for decision making concerning patient care.
Provided assistance and support to owners during end stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, compassion and kind words.
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, education on treatment protocols and general procedures.
Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques.
Recorded case history, weight, temperature and other vitals.
Collected and ran diagnostics such as bloodwork, fecal analysis, urinalysis, and ear cytology's.
Set up appointments for checkups and scheduled veterinary consultations, as well as preventative appointments.
Clinical Assistant / Mobile Clinic Assistant
VIP Petcare
Roseville, CA
11.2019 - 06.2020
Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, and physical condition.