jamie lawrence
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Dedicated veterinary assistant graduate student skilled in animal care, surgical preparation, and effective communication with pet owners. Eager to contribute to a welcoming environment and support veterinary teams.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship Student
VCA Hospital el mirage
Surprise, AZ
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted veterinary staff with daily animal care and feeding routines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and workspaces.
- Observed and recorded animal behavior during examinations and treatments.
- Prepared medical instruments and materials for surgical procedures.
- Helped manage inventory by restocking supplies as needed.
- Engaged with pet owners to ensure a welcoming hospital environment.
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
Veterinary Assistant Certification - Veterinary Science
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ 07.2023 - 04.2026
Skills
- Animal care
- Surgical preparation
- Inventory management
- Behavioral observation
- Examination room maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Adaptability to tasks
- Job shadowing
- Errand running
- Clerical support
- Strong academic record
- Dependable and reliable
- Quick learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Feline behavior certificate from fear free pets
- Animal restraint certificate from fear free pets
- Avian behavior certificate from fear free pets
Affiliations
- Guitar
- Art (digital and traditional)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Internship Student
VCA Hospital el mirage
04.2025 - 05.2025
Veterinary Assistant Certification - Veterinary Science
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
07.2023 - 04.2026