Holly Schmalz
Tampa
Summary
Veterinary professional with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating animals, coupled with commitment to high standards of care. Continuously focuses on collaborative efforts to achieve best outcomes for patients and adapt to evolving needs. Reliable and flexible with excellent problem-solving abilities and compassionate approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Pebble Creek Animal Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Developed client relationships by providing compassionate care, building trust in our practice''s services.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective treatment plans.
Associate Veterinarian
Hanover Park Animal Care Center
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Experienced working under pressure in a high case load clinic treating up to 30+ patients per day
- Performed laboratory and surgical procedures, including spays/neuters, abdominal exploratories, laceration repairs, oral surgery with dental radiographs, nerve blocks and extractions
- Performed emergency surgical procedures and assisted on soft tissue critical surgeries
- Helped improve animal wellbeing by advising owners on better care strategies and treatment options.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
Externship
Lexington Animal Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Lexington animal hospital – clark, Induced, maintained, and recovered patients from anesthesia
- Oversaw procedures such as: dressing wounds, mass removals and analyzing radiographs.
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
Externship
Midwest Animal Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2020
- Assisted on the following surgical procedures: strangulated hernia repairs, gastric foreign body removals and caesarian sections
- Developed appropriate treatment plans, including long term hospitalizations.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
Externship
St. George's Veterinary Hospital
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Educated animal owners on proper home care and preventative medicine
- Observed and reported on behaviors and conditions of patients.
Externship
Hanover Park Animal Care Center
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Gained proficiency in general surgical skills pertaining to spays and neuters
- Developed client-patient relationships through extensive time spent on preventative medicine and general wellness examinations
- Completed intake physical examinations on shelter animals: immunizations, deworming and microchipping.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY05.2017
Skills
- Illness assessment and treatment
- Complex problem-solving
- Time management in fast paced environments
- Strong communication skills
- Thorough medical recordkeeping
- Inpatient care
- Patient Relationship Management
- Client communication
- Preventative medicine
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Pebble Creek Animal Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Hanover Park Animal Care Center
03.2021 - 04.2023
Externship
Lexington Animal Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2020
Externship
Hanover Park Animal Care Center
06.2020 - 06.2020
Externship
St. George's Veterinary Hospital
06.2020 - 06.2020
Externship
Midwest Animal Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
SUNY College of Agriculture And Technology At Cobleskill
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
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