Ian Sessler
Lilburn,GA
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant and Kennel Manager at Dogwood Animal Hospital, skilled in patient care and medical management. I am proficient in surgical assistance and anesthesia monitoring. I also excel in client communication and professionalism, ensuring optimal animal welfare and support during critical moments. Committed to enhancing veterinary standards and patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant /Kennel Manager
Dogwood Animal Hospital
Lawrenceville, Georgia
05.2021 - Current
- Attended regular continuing education courses related to veterinary medicine.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Helped veterinarian with casting broken bones.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brookwood High School
Snellville, GASkills
- Patient care and animal handling
- Euthanasia assistance and animal restraint
- Medical record management
- Surgery assistance and anesthesia monitoring
- Veterinary procedures and standards
- Post operative care
- Client communication and professionalism
- Time management and leadership abilities
Affiliations
- Volunteer work with church, school, and shelters
- Pet sitting
- Hosted Reptile Education Event at Elementary School
- Dance Team
- German Club President
- Students For Christ Vice-President
Accomplishments
- Straight A Student maintaining 4.0 GPA
- Georgia Certificate of Merit
- College Board National Recognition Program
- Gold Award on National German Exam 2023 & 2025
- German Governor´s Honors Program Semifinalist
- National Science, Dance & German Honor Society
References
Aaron Guillory [Lead Veterinary Technician]
678-896-8189
Dr. Tiffanie Britt [Veterinarian]
770-366-4363
Robin Still [Veterinary Technician]
770-329-4275
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant /Kennel Manager
Dogwood Animal Hospital
05.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Brookwood High School
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