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Kaitlyn Hoskins

National Veterinary Associates
Milan,Illinois
4
years of professional experience

Dedicated veterinary professional skilled in animal care, medical support, and client communication, committed to compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Work History

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

2 Years
National Veterinary Associates | 10.2024 - Current
  • Consulted with pet owners to assess patients' health needs, medication requirements, and appropriate care plans.
  • Managed electronic medical records, accurately documenting patient visits, treatment notes, vaccination histories, and other relevant health information.
  • Monitored vital signs and collected bloodwork and cytology samples to support diagnostic evaluations.
  • Performed phlebotomy and processed and analyzed diagnostic samples using IDEXX laboratory equipment.
  • Assisted veterinarians with physical examinations, medical treatments, and safe patient restraint.
  • Educated pet owners on medication administration, discharge instructions, and preventative health care.
  • Maintained clean, organized, and properly sterilized examination rooms while restocking clinical supplies.
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling, triage support, and client communications to facilitate efficient daily operations.
  • Provided compassionate patient care and monitored animals during treatment and recovery from illness or injury.

AVIAN RESCUE AID

1 Year
Iowa Parrot Rescue | 05.2024 - 05.2025
  • Administered daily nutrients to diverse bird species to support health and recovery
  • Handling birds for veterinary care and exams
  • Assisted in veterinary care and examinations of birds to ensure proper health management
  • Implemented behavioral rehabilitation programs for birds to enhance their social skills
  • Managing social media accounts

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

8 Months
QUAD CITY PET CARE | 08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Collected comprehensive patient histories for appointments and surgical intakes, facilitating tailored care for animals.
  • Consulted with pet owners to discuss animal health and medications.
  • Consulted with pet owners to discuss animals health and medications.
  • Collected and recorded vital signs of animals to monitor their health. and collected bloodwork and cytology samples.

EQUESTRIAN SPECIALIST

4 Months
Girl Scout Camp Liberty | 04.2023 - 08.2023

COMMUNITY ADVISOR

9 Months
Augustana College | 08.2022 - 05.2023

Education

Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY AND PUBLIC HEALTH

Augustana College | Rock Island | 05-2025

Skills

Laboratory techniques
Laboratory analysis
Medical documentation
Animal handling
Client relations
Client guidance

Timeline

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

National Veterinary Associates
10.2024 - CurrentRead More

AVIAN RESCUE AID

Iowa Parrot Rescue
05.2024 - 05.2025Read More

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

QUAD CITY PET CARE
08.2023 - 04.2024Read More

EQUESTRIAN SPECIALIST

Girl Scout Camp Liberty
04.2023 - 08.2023Read More

COMMUNITY ADVISOR

Augustana College
08.2022 - 05.2023Read More

Augustana College

Bachelor of Science from BIOLOGY AND PUBLIC HEALTH
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Kaitlyn Hoskins