Kathleen Pritchard-Garibay
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Kirkland,WA
Summary
Dedicated veterinary professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Juanita Bay Veterinary Hospital
Kirkland , WA
11.2020 - Current
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
- Euthanized terminally ill patients.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms and surgical equipment.
- Aided veterinary surgeon with routine and emergency surgeries and procedures for domestic species with complex requirements.
- Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Processed financial transactions for clients.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Maintained daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, Drug Enforcement Administration logs and routine records.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Inoculated animals to prevent rabies, distemper and parvo.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
CrossFit Trainer
Lake Washington CrossFit
Kirkland , WA
09.2016 - Current
- Enhanced client experience by maintaining motivational and supportive culture.
- Established classes to effectively match skill and learning levels of all participants.
- Monitored client progress in group settings by assessing technique and form.
- Created structured and innovative fitness programs to be executed in small to large group atmospheres.
- Managed group fitness classes of up to 30 members.
- Utilized fitness expertise and creativity to develop "Competitors" class.
- Provided guidance and inspiration to class members and recommended additional fitness resources.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Encouraged sustainable habits for health, fitness and well-being.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
- Improved class participation by developing programs to meet needs relevant to age and activity levels.
- Modified workout plans according to fitness levels and medical considerations.
- Oversaw fitness areas with practiced eye for safety or training issues.
- Developed strong member relationships with caring and collaborative approach.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Trained and coached new and existing employees to boost staff productivity.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
Receptionist
McCracken Chiropractic And Wellness Center
Kirkland , WA
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues and schedule appointments.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Offered ample support to team members with creative solutions to complex challenges regarding scheduling, conflict resolution and medical care.
- Referred and screened patients to make best use of resources, triage staff and serve community members.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA 04.2022 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CAHigh School Diploma -
Notre Dame Academy
Los Angeles, CA 08.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
Organization and Time Management
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Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster Career School
04.2022 - Current
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Juanita Bay Veterinary Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Receptionist
McCracken Chiropractic And Wellness Center
09.2018 - 10.2019
CrossFit Trainer
Lake Washington CrossFit
09.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Academy
08.2004 - 05.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
California State University - Northridge
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