Isabella Huss
Streetsboro
Summary
I am a dedicated and passionate veterinary technology student with experience in assisting veterinarians and maintaining clinic operations. Proven ability in teamwork, problem-solving, and patient care. These skills allow me to contribute to maintaining a positive clinic environment and enhancing client experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Vet Assistant
Stow Kent Animal Hospital
Stow
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records using Avimark software.
- Educated pet owners on medication, procedures, husbandry requirements, behavior, and post-operative care.
- Provided compassionate care to animals in the clinic environment.
- Assisted in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the clinic.
- Stocked supplies and ensured the availability of necessary equipment in exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Maintained the cleanliness of exam rooms, as well as keeping an adequate stock of medical equipment needed between appointments for the next patient.
- Properly cleaning exam rooms, areas, or any equipment used on a patient with a contagious illness.
- Administered injections, immunizations, intravenous fluids, filled controlled and non-controlled medications, expressed anal glands, performed nail trims, blood draws, microchip injections, sanitary shaves, cleaned and medicated ears, and performed blood glucose curves as instructed by the veterinarian.
- Observed the behavior of patients to detect symptoms of illness or injury.
- Performed office-related tasks related to filing out euthanasia and surgery consent forms, payment plan information, decline of treatment forms, checking clients in and out of the clinic, and uploading records to the patient’s chart.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners when needed.
- Performed routine lab work, including blood draws, x-rays, running in-house urine samples using IDEXX equipment, and ear cytologies.
- Assisted with prepping animals for surgery.
- Assisted with administering and restraining patients receiving enemas.
- Assisted with making surgical packs.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures in a humane manner.
- Assisted with restraining or muzzling aggressive patients.
- Maintained medical records on each animal seen in the clinic by directly typing in doctors' notes or editing uploaded versions taken through AI software.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to veterinary medicine.
- Addressed the healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Answered pet owner phone calls, veterinary clinics, and pharmacies by responding to questions or taking messages for the staff or veterinarians. Later, returning phone calls with answers from veterinarians.
- Handled medication requests from online or compound pharmacies by distributing them to the doctors for approval, then faxing them back to pharmacies.
- Handling phone calls from pharmacies or clients regarding missing prescription requests, confusion on instructions related to the medication, explanation for declined medications, confirming the status of a prescription request, or canceling a prescription when necessary.
Volunteer
Portage Animal Protective League
Ravenna
11.2025 - 11.2025
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed assigned tasks.
- Maintained a clean environment through drying and properly storing food bowls, cat carriers, and other items.
- Assisted with feline feeding.
- Socialized cat residents to help provide them a better chance of being adopted.
- Sorted through donated items.
- Assisted with the intake of a surrendered animal.
- Worked alongside the shelter RVT on providing necessary treatments to animal residents.
Sales Associate and Trainer
Goodwill Inc
Twinsburg
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted customers in finding desired items and provided product knowledge.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance customer shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to restock shelves and manage inventory levels.
- Promoted Goodwill's mission and services.
- Trained new associates on store operations and customer service best practices.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts, and counting money back change.
- Sorted through donations to either be sold or salvaged.
- Tagged and placed clothing items on sale racks.
- Sorted and pulled current products to increase room for new products.
- Collected donations.
- Unloaded and loaded the truck trailer.
- Answered incoming phone calls to provide store services and information.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked and organized.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
Sales Associate
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
Twinsburg
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted customers with product selection and ordering food.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization throughout the sales floor.
- Stocked merchandise and ensured displays were visually appealing.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts, and counting money back change.
- Helped customers find specific merchandise and answered questions related to products.
- Greeted all customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Volunteer
The Herps Alive Foundation
South Euclid
07.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisted in habitat maintenance for rescued reptiles and amphibians.
- Prepared and distributed different diets for the reptiles and amphibians.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within the appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Assisted potential adopters in understanding proper husbandry requirements or answering any questions.
- Cleaned and stocked donated items.
- Provided basic medical care to sick or injured reptiles by administering prescribed medication.
- Maintained a clean work environment.
NOAH Member
Northern Ohio Association of Herpetology
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Attended club events educating the community on the conservation, biology, handling, husbandry, and environment for reptiles and amphibians.
- Helped set up and take down event equipment.
- Maintained a safe environment by educating individuals on how to properly hold or touch a reptile.
- Attended informational meetings with topics related to herpetology.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Kent State University At Trumbull
Warren, OHBachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio, OH12-2024
High School Diploma -
Twinsburg High School
Twinsburg, OH05-2021
Skills
- Customer service
- Client education and communication
- Medical record management
- Animal care
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Animal handling and restraint
- Reception duties
Certification
Master Herpetologist Certification- Amphibian Foundation, 2025
Languages
American Sign Language
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
Portage Animal Protective League
11.2025 - 11.2025
Vet Assistant
Stow Kent Animal Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Sales Associate and Trainer
Goodwill Inc
06.2021 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
07.2018 - 06.2020
Volunteer
The Herps Alive Foundation
07.2018 - 05.2020
NOAH Member
Northern Ohio Association of Herpetology
07.2016 - 03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Kent State University At Trumbull
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Kent State University
High School Diploma -
Twinsburg High School