Jessica Shumaker
Blue Springs,MS
Summary
Dedicated veterinarian with 18 years of experience delivering prompt and detailed care for small animals with varying needs and urgency. Creative problem solver, providing expert patient triage and systematic care. Empathetic professional, relating to pet owners and listening closely to concerns to determine best care protocol for individual health.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian
Magnolia Veterinary Services
11.2017 - Current
- Part-time small animal relief veterinarian
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
- Provide diagnostics to support autogenous vaccine production for dairy clients in the Texas panhandle
Associate Veterinarian
Animal Medical Center
08.2007 - 07.2016
- Was a full-time associate in a busy 7+ doctor practice who provided excellent care.
- Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough examinations and implementing appropriate treatment plans.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals.
- Helped improve animal wellbeing by advising owners on better care strategies and treatment options.
Associate Veterinarian
Bienville Animal Medical Center
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Was part of a team of 7 full-time veterinarians at a busy AAHA certified clinic
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations of animals to assess overall health and identify potential issues.
- Gathered pet health histories and symptoms to identify root cause of medical issues.
- Educated pet owners on proper care techniques, such as diet, exercise, and preventative medicine.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care through thoughtful communication with pet owners and administration of humane euthanasia when necessary.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Animal and Dairy Science
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.2003
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Laboratory interpretation
- Client Communication
- Preventative Care
- Pet owner rapport
- Pain Management
Affiliations
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Mississippi Veterinary Medical Association
- Veterinary Licenses in Mississippi and Texas
Special Interests
- Dermatology and internal medicine
- Develop excellent client and employee relationships
- Continuously strive to be a well-respected general practitioner who improves the human-animal bond
Leadership Experience
- Director, MSU Collegiate Cattlemen’s Association, 2002, 2003
- Director, Mississippi Jr. Cattlemen’s Association, 1999, 2000
- President, Missisippi Jr. Limousin Association, 1998, 1999
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinarian
Magnolia Veterinary Services
11.2017 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Animal Medical Center
08.2007 - 07.2016
Associate Veterinarian
Bienville Animal Medical Center
06.2006 - 06.2007
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science - Animal and Dairy Science
Mississippi State University