Jacob Dickens
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Compassionate veterinarian with experience in both general practice and emergency medicine. Received advanced training in diagnosing, treating, and managing a variety of conditions. Known for strong work ethic, communication, and building trust with clients. Committed to continuous learning and improving animal health and wellbeing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Animal Rotating Intern
University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine
Knoxville, TN
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Performed medical assessments, diagnostic tests, and treatments for animals predominantly in emergent situations.
- Effectively explained diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet owners, to allow for informed decision-making.
- Coordinated with other veterinarians and veterinary nurses to provide comprehensive, high-quality patient care.
- Performed wound repairs, pericardio/thoraco/abdominocentesis, and other emergent procedures.
- Utilized advanced imaging technologies, such as CT and MRI.
- Prescribed medications and determined dosages according to individual patient needs.
- Maintained complete and accurate records, including medical histories, diagnostic test results, and treatments provided.
Veterinary Assistant
Performance Veterinary Services, LLC
Prospect, KY
04.2016 - 08.2020
- Assisted veterinarian in examining, diagnosing, and treating animals (including surgeries) for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Restrained animals during examinations, treatments, and procedures, using appropriate techniques according to patient size and temperament.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Metropolitan Veterinary Specialists And Emergency Service
Louisville, KY
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Obtained pertinent patient histories and triaged scheduled or emergency patients.
- Placed IV catheters, performed physical examinations, and recorded patient weight, vital parameters, and relevant examination findings.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Collected samples (urine, feces, blood) and performed in-house laboratory tests, radiographs, and other diagnostics.
Veterinary Assistant
Springhurst Animal Hospital
Louisville, KY
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Placed IV catheters for patients who were being hospitalized or undergoing medical procedures.
- Performed routine blood work, radiographs, and other diagnostic tests requested by veterinarians.
Kennel Technician
Barbour Lane Animal Hospital
Louisville, KY
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Organized supplies needed for daily operations of the kennel facility.
- Provided daily care and monitoring of animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages and administering medications.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Auburn, AL05-2024
Bachelor of Science -
Centre College
Danville, KY05-2020
Skills
- Client-patient relationships
- Clinical diagnosis and treatment planning
- Diagnostic imaging interpretation, including POCUS
- Wound repair and other emergent procedures
- Complete and accurate medical records
- Effective team collaboration and communication
Accomplishments
- Epsilon Chapter of the Phi Zeta Honor Society - Inducted 2022
- American College of Veterinary Radiology 2024 Senior Student Award (AUCVM)
- ACVS 2024 Small Animal Proficiency Award (AUCVM)
- Selected to present an abstract (Outcomes of Multiple Elective C-sections in Bitches: 2015-2023) at the ACVS Surgery Summit 2024
References
James Redmon, DVM Katelyn C. Hlusko, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA
Equine and Small Animal Emergency Assistant Clinical Professor, Small Animal Surgery
Performance Veterinary Services, LLC Auburn University, CVM
9909 Constantine Circle. 1130 Wire Road
Prospect, KY 40059 Auburn, AL 36849
502-475-8786 334-844-4690
jerdvm@yahoo.com kch0031@auburn.edu
*Additional references available upon request.
Timeline
Small Animal Rotating Intern
University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine
06.2024 - 06.2025
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Metropolitan Veterinary Specialists And Emergency Service
05.2017 - 08.2019
Veterinary Assistant
Springhurst Animal Hospital
06.2016 - 05.2017
Veterinary Assistant
Performance Veterinary Services, LLC
04.2016 - 08.2020
Kennel Technician
Barbour Lane Animal Hospital
08.2015 - 06.2016
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science -
Centre College
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