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Kailen Thompson

Katy,TX

Summary

Compassionate and skilled Vet Assistant with experience at VetCor, adept in surgical assistance and anesthesia monitoring. Enhanced patient care through effective client communication and meticulous sample collection. Proven ability to build trust with clients during critical situations, ensuring optimal outcomes for both pets and their owners.

Experienced veterinary professional prepared for this role with strong foundation in animal care and medical procedures. Focused on effective team collaboration and delivering consistent results. Reliable in adapting to changing needs with skills in animal handling, patient care, and communication. Known for empathy, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Vet Assistant

VetCor
07.2022 - Current
  • Supported veterinarian in performing surgeries by preparing instruments, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care for patients.
  • Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments.
  • Assisted in emergency situations calmly while supporting veterinarians with critical care procedures to stabilize patients quickly.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Assisted in diagnostic procedures such as radiographs, bloodwork analysis, and urine testing for comprehensive patient evaluations.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Contributed to client satisfaction through compassionate communication regarding pet health concerns and updates on treatment progress.
  • Collaborated effectively with other vet assistants to streamline daily operations within the clinic setting.
  • Strengthened client trust in the clinic by offering compassionate support during difficult decisions such as euthanasia or adoption surrender.
  • Reduced recovery times by providing attentive nursing care to hospitalized animals under the supervision of the veterinary staff.
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.

Education

Certificate -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA

High School Diploma -

Calvin Nelms Charter School
05-2021

Skills

  • Animal behavior
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Client communication
  • Veterinary terminology
  • Patient care
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Dental procedures
  • Wound management
  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Physical examinations
  • Surgical assistance
  • Animal restraint
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Animal handling
  • Post operative care
  • Client education
  • Sample collection
  • Reception area maintenance
  • Surgical procedures and support
  • Lab operations
  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Reception support
  • Radiology techniques
  • Careful restraint
  • Relationship building
  • Basic animal care
  • Attention to detail
  • Microsoft office
  • Customer billing
  • Problem identification
  • Clinical symptom monitoring
  • Microchip administration

Timeline

Vet Assistant

VetCor
07.2022 - Current

Certificate -

Penn Foster Career School

High School Diploma -

Calvin Nelms Charter School
Kailen Thompson