Kathryn Scupham
Springfield,IL
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant with a proven track record of high productivity and efficient task completion. Proficient in patient care, surgical assistance, and diagnostic testing. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to deliver optimal care for animals and provide clear, supportive interactions with pet owners. Directly open to deviate from my current field to a new career path. Presently studying in the Human Services field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Animal Hospital Of Springfield
Springfield, IL
06.2014 - 02.2015
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Ensured effective communication with clients concerning their pets' health status or progress following medical procedures or diagnosis of illnesses.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Aided veterinarians with surgical procedures through preparation of operating rooms, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administration of medications to animals.
- Offered comfort and empathy to clients experiencing the sickness or death of their pets due to terminal illnesses.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
Veterinary Assistant
White Oaks West Animal Hospital
Springfield, IL
03.2006 - 02.2011
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Advised clients regarding appropriate animal health care practices.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Examined animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by ensuring the setup of instruments, supplies, and equipment prior to procedure commencement.
- Delivered clear discharge instructions to pet owners after consultation with the veterinary team.
- Aided veterinarians in conducting procedures and examinations by soothing animals and managing instrumentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Recently switched from Biology to Human Services
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL05-2025
Skills
- Animal restraint
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Surgical Assistance
- Nail Trimming
- Physical examination
- Maintaining treatment notes
- Behavioral assessment
- Vaccinations
- Client Education
- Blood collection
- Treatment Administration
- Animal Handling
- Patient Monitoring
- Explaining treatment
- Administering subcutaneous medication
- Medication Dispensing
- Patient bathing
- Vital signs
- Supply Restocking
- Patient Positioning
- Medical history
- IV Medication Administration
- Monitoring recovery
- Intramuscular injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
Affiliations
- Earlier in college, I was selected for the intercollegiate softball team.
- Dedicated mother of one little girl.
- Studying to switch career fields from biology/veterinary medicine to human services.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Animal Hospital Of Springfield
06.2014 - 02.2015
Veterinary Assistant
White Oaks West Animal Hospital
03.2006 - 02.2011
Associate of Arts - Recently switched from Biology to Human Services
Lincoln Land Community College
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