Julie Kitchen
Palm Harbor
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant with practical experience in managing vet clinic operations, patient care, and administrative duties. Strengths include deep knowledge of animal health procedures, strong communication skills to liaise between vets, pet owners, and office staff, and adaptability in high-stress situations. Proven ability to make a positive impact through improved clinic organization and efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Clinics Affordable Pet Healthcare
Pinellas Park
10.2022 - Current
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Ordered medication refills when needed.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Transporting Staff Members to Job locations
Merchandising Associate and Seasonal Organizer
Macey's Grocery Store
Clearwater
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries promptly and courteously.
- Organized merchandise displays on the sales floor.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
Merchandise Processor
JC Penny Co
Clearwater
08.2017 - 03.2020
- In charge of unloading merchandise and categorizing products for disbursement.
- Updating product prices around the store
Education
High School Diploma -
Dunedin High School
Dunedin, FL06-2010
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Safety protocols
- Problem solving
- Animal care and restraint
- Appointment scheduling
- Reception support
- Client education
- Patient flow management
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Staff training
Accomplishments
- Gold Award from Girl Scouts troupe 1850
- Black Belt - Karate - Kyokushin Dojo
Affiliations
- Volunteer work at the Humane Society- Safety Harbour
- Bingo Club - Beef o Brady's St. Petersburg
- Musical Ensemble in Church - Dunedin St. Mark's
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Clinics Affordable Pet Healthcare
10.2022 - Current
Merchandising Associate and Seasonal Organizer
Macey's Grocery Store
09.2022 - 04.2023
Merchandise Processor
JC Penny Co
08.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Dunedin High School
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