Janna Fischer
Marietta
Summary
I have six years of experience in general practice and just under two years of experience in the ER. I am very eager to learn new skills. Skilled in medical terminology, patient assessment, and laboratory procedures. Possesses strong communication and customer service skills. Committed to delivering the highest quality of care. Eager to learn new things, new ways to do skills. Responsible student with good judgment and time management. Frequently praised by my peers for my hard work, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Miller Mobile Veterinary Services
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Administered medications and vaccinations under veterinary supervision, maintaining accurate dosage records.
- Educated pet owners on proper care techniques and post-treatment instructions to enhance animal welfare.
- Managed scheduling for appointments and surgeries, optimizing clinic workflow and client satisfaction.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
ER VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Veterinary Emergency Group
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted DVMs during procedures by restraining animals, monitoring vitals and administering medications.
- Filled prescriptions for pet owners under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Greeted customers warmly and answered their inquiries about services offered by the clinic.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in a compassionate and sensitive manner.
- Assisted in handling and restraining exotics and small companion pets
- Assisted in radiographs and other diagnostics with exotics and small companion pets
- Cleaned instruments used in veterinary procedures according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs for hospitalized patients and reported any changes to the veterinarian.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens, including drawing blood, collecting urine samples, and taking x-rays.
- Followed strict sanitation protocols when caring for sick animals.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided nursing care.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners who were grieving the loss of an animal companion.
- Performed triage, monitored vital signs and administered medications under the guidance of a veterinarian.
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs, ultrasounds and endoscopy examinations.
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Highway 5 Animal Hospital
10.2019 - 11.2023
- Educated clients on proper care of pet and administering medication at home
- Conducted general maintenance of treatment room to keep equipment and machines clean and in operable condition
- Liaised with veterinarian to perform pre-surgical exams and assist during surgery
- Restrained animals for veterinary examinations, treatments and procedures
- Followed safety procedures to prevent cross-infections associated with animals
- Aided with radiographs, running bloodwork and reading feces to perform diagnostics
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in a compassionate and sensitive manner
- Performed postoperative nursing care and pain management
- Assisted DVMs during procedures by restraining animals, monitoring vitals and administering medications
- Updated and maintained animal records by noting actions taken and dates thereof
- Filled medication prescriptions for clients
- Provided emergency first aid to sick and injured animals
- Performed hygiene-related duties, such as clipping animals' claws and cleaning and polishing teeth
- Performed accounting duties, such as bookkeeping, billing customers for services and maintaining inventories
- Performed enemas, catheterizations, ear flushes, intravenous feedings, and lavages
- Prepared examination and treatment rooms by stocking them with appropriate supplies
- Maintained and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals to determine nature of illnesses and injuries
- Examined animals to detect behavioral changes and clinical symptoms that indicated illness and injury
- Prepared surgical equipment and pass instruments and materials to veterinarians during surgical procedures
- Performed office reception duties, such as scheduling appointments and helping customers
- Performed routine laboratory tests and diagnostic tests, such as taking, and developing x-rays
- Recorded information relating to animal genealogy, feeding schedules, appearance, behavior, and breeding
- Monitored animals recovering from surgery and notified veterinarians of any unusual changes and symptoms
- Prepared feed for animals accorded to specific instructions, such as diet lists and schedules
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, animal holding areas, examination, or operating rooms, and animal loading facilities to control spread of disease
- Held and restrained animals during veterinary procedures
- Restocked inventory of hospital and laboratory supplies
- Collected laboratory specimens, such as blood, urine, and feces for testing
- Educated and advised clients on animal health care, nutrition, and behavior problems
- Administered anesthetics during surgery and monitored effects on animals.
Education
Some College -
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA, USAssociate in Science (A.S.) - Veterinary Technician in Veterinary Technology Candidate
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale11-2026
Skills
- Client Satisfaction and Care
- Client Education
- Answering Phones and Assisting Clients
- Scheduling Appointments, Surgeries, and Drop Offs
- Microsoft Office
- File and Records Management
- Animal Vaccinations
- Restraint Techniques
- Load Rooms
- Animal Diagnostics
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Assisted in Foreign Body Surgeries
- Assisted in Leg Amputations
- Assisted in Routine Spays, Neuters, and Dentals
- Assisted in Tumor Removal
- Assisted in Emergency Surgery
- Reminder Calls
- Passing Surgical Instruments
- Pet Feeding and Care
- Assist Veterinarian
- Restraining Patients for Vaccinations and Examinations
- Assisted with Heat Stroke and Seizures
- Lab Operations
- Medication Administration
- Vaccination Administration
- Reception Area Maintenance
- Examine Animals
- Medical Diagnosis
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Patient Discharges
- Digital Radiographs
- Skin Condition Diagnosis and Treatment
- Daily Logs
- Basic Animal Care
- Veterinary Standards and Procedures
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Skin Scraping
- Dietary Needs
- Medical Charting
- Preventive Medicine
- Laundry Duties
- Anesthetic Administration Assistance
- Pet Waste Removal
- Monitor Recovery
- IV Administration
- Microscopic Examination
- Education Administration
- Materials
- Microchip Administration
- Fecal, Urine and Blood Testing
- Medication Inventory Management
- Patient Care Monitoring
- Feeding and Watering
- Clean Kennels
- Patient Care Plans
- Blood Sample Collection
- Problem Identification
- Patient Check-Ins
- Phlebotomy
- CPR
- Patient Flow Management
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Careful Restraint
- Emergency Situations
- Sterilize Instruments
- Active Listening
- Urgent Care
- Towel Folding
- Emergency First Aid
- Fluorescein Staining
Certification
- Basic Life Support Animals
- Advanced Life Support Animals
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Miller Mobile Veterinary Services
07.2025 - 11.2025
ER VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Veterinary Emergency Group
11.2023 - 05.2025
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Highway 5 Animal Hospital
10.2019 - 11.2023
Some College -
University of West Georgia
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Veterinary Technician in Veterinary Technology Candidate
Penn Foster College
Awards & Honors
Dean's List