Kaitlyn Burton
Asheville,NC
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance
12.2023 - Current
- Restrain animals for examination and treatment.
- Reduce stress for patients with gentle animal handling techniques.
- Demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to learn new skills in order to support colleagues and achieve our goals.
- Prepare animals for spay/neuter surgery, monitor anesthesia, and recover patients after surgery.
- Contribute to a clean and safe environment by cleaning/maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Train externs and support new hires in monitoring anesthesia, patient care, and clinic-specific tasks and protocols.
- Educate owners on post-operative care.
- Participate in our clinic's E-collar committee, improving organization and sending our partners with the correct E-collars to aid in patients' recovery.
- Drive transport van when needed, ensuring patients safely travel to and from surgery.
- Connect with and work alongside our partners and their volunteers when the opportunities arrive, such as loading/unloading animals on site, picking up/dropping off animals when back-up driving, and being a part of the Community Cat Shelter Build Team.
- Assist in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
Veterinary Assistant
Junaluska Animal Hospital
09.2023 - 11.2023
- 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.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Supported the veterinarian during euthanasia procedures by comforting clients throughout the difficult process while demonstrating empathy toward their emotional needs.
Chaplain
Duke University Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Visited with patients and families in the hospital during daytime hours as well as 24 hour on-calls.
- Consulted with patients and families about their care and advanced directives.
- Charted all patient and family interactions.
- Responded to Code Blues, level 1 traumas, patient deaths/end-of-life, providing guidance and crisis intervention.
- Provided care and emotional support to patients, families, and staff.
- Mentored and trained interns and incoming Chaplain Residents over our procedures and responsibilities.
Kennel Hand for
Mickie Bush
01.2012 - 07.2019
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
Education
M.Div. -
Duke University
Durham, NC05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX05.2019
Skills
- Administrative Tasks
- Mentorship and Training
- Compassionate Care
- Detailed Cleaning
- Communication
- Quick Learner
- Positive Attitude
- Team Player
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance
12.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Junaluska Animal Hospital
09.2023 - 11.2023
Chaplain
Duke University Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
Kennel Hand for
Mickie Bush
01.2012 - 07.2019
M.Div. -
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Howard Payne University