Jennifer Foster
Bella Vista,AR
Summary
Adept Veterinary Assistant with proven expertise in diagnostic imaging and exceptional organizational skills, honed at Bella Vista Animal Hospital. Excelled in enhancing patient care through surgical support and efficient lab operations, significantly improving treatment outcomes. Known for meticulous medical record-keeping and a compassionate approach to animal care, consistently increasing client satisfaction and animal recovery rates.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Bella Vista Animal Hospital
06.2017 - 02.2025
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Proficient at placing intravenous catheters.
- Proficient at jugular venipuncture.
- Proficient at Dental X-rays.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Expedited laboratory processing times by collecting samples efficiently for blood work or other testing purposes.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Facilitated smoother surgical procedures by efficiently setting up surgical suites according to veterinarian specifications.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Veterinary Assistant
Oakview Animal Clinic
02.2002 - 05.2010
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School
Rogers, AR05-1998
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Laboratory procedures
- Medical record-keeping
- Diagnostic imaging
- Client education
- Surgical procedures and support
- Intravenous catheterization
- Lab operations
- Surgical assistance
- Careful restraint
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Radiology techniques
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Bella Vista Animal Hospital
06.2017 - 02.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Oakview Animal Clinic
02.2002 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School
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