Hayley Melton AVA
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with strong skills in animal care, client relations, and inventory management. Demonstrates adaptability by supporting a range of veterinary tasks, from patient intake to preventive care education. Focused on contributing to a collaborative team dedicated to animal welfare.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Veterinary Assistant / CSR
Animal House Veterinary Hospital
Broken Arrow, OK
09.2023 - 02.2026
- Assisted veterinarians in surgical procedures, maintaining sterile environments, and preparing necessary instruments.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on patient care techniques and hospital procedures.
- Assisted in training employees on reception duties, scheduling appointments, charting patient information, and building estimates. Supported the process of requesting lab requisitions and refilling prescriptions.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflow processes to enhance patient throughput and service quality.
- Conducted client education sessions about pet health, treatments, and preventive care measures.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing waste through effective stock management.
- Executed cleaning and maintenance of IDEXX laboratory machines and autoclave to ensure optimal performance.
Unlicensed Veterinary Technician
Tulsa General Veterinary Hospital
Tulsa, OK
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated thorough patient intake and discharge protocols, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction.
- Read and decipher parasitology results.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes for accurate medical records.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, analyzing results to aid in diagnosis and treatment plans.
Kennel Technician / Veterinary Assistant Extern
Appelbaum Animal Clinic
Tulsa, OK
- Provided daily care for animals, ensuring proper feeding and hygiene.
- Assisted with administering medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Monitored animal behavior and health, reporting changes to medical staff.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness and organization to promote a safe environment.
Education
Certified Veterinary Practice Management
Penn Foster College
07-2026
Career Diploma - Veterinary Assistant
Penn Foster College
09-2022
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Animal restraint techniques
- Record keeping
- Inventory management
- Venipuncture
- Laboratory machine maintenance
- Appointment scheduling
- Pharmacology
- Dental radiographs, scale, and polishing
- Surgical prep and monitoring
- Client education
Certification
- Certified veterinary assistant, NAVTA-AVA - 2022-Current
- Certified Fear Free professional, 2022- Current
Timeline
Lead Veterinary Assistant / CSR
Animal House Veterinary Hospital
09.2023 - 02.2026
Unlicensed Veterinary Technician
Tulsa General Veterinary Hospital
12.2022 - 05.2023
Kennel Technician / Veterinary Assistant Extern
Appelbaum Animal Clinic
Certified Veterinary Practice Management
Penn Foster College
Career Diploma - Veterinary Assistant
Penn Foster College