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Overview
Work History
Education
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Kayla Beecham

Paris,TN

Summary

Kind and attentive Veterinary Assistant with 5 years of experience helping pet owners care for beloved animals. Dedicated to ensuring each dog gets necessary exercise and attention on each walk. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care. Reliable known for handling temperamental animals with relative ease and gentleness. Create individualized play sessions for high energy dogs. Willing to take on additional shifts while providing great care to animals. Energetic Veterinary Assistant comfortable with handling dogs of all breeds and sizes. Committed to well-being of dogs and peace of mind of owners. Knowledgeable in area's best walking routes and dog parks. Patient and personable focused on developing and maintaining trusting relationships with shy, aggressive and withdrawn animals. Skilled Veterinary Assistant offering 5 years in veterinary care. Works hard to create positive customer experience and provide animals with top-notch care and services. Dependable Veterinary Assistant effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Good Samaritan Animal Clinic
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
  • Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
  • Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.

House Cleaner

Custom House Cleaners
03.2020 - 08.2022
  • Removed waste paper and other trash from premises to designated area
  • Inspected, maintained and cleaned all lighting fixtures, wash baseboards and cleaned under furniture
  • Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests
  • Cleaned, stocked and supplied designated areas and performed dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping duties
  • Sanitized toilets, sinks, showers, kitchen surfaces and other high-traffic home fixtures
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines
  • Cared for furniture and walls throughout home by spot-cleaning stains, addressing dings, and vacuuming common living spaces and bedrooms
  • Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces
  • Disinfected bathrooms, doorknobs and tables and picked up and disposed of trash
  • Performed spot-cleaning on furniture stains and thoroughly vacuumed rooms
  • Worked on team of 2 staff members to service 3 residential houses daily

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Centre
08.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
  • Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
  • Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
  • Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.

Veterinary Assistant

Premier Veterinary Clinic
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Provided exemplary customer service to owners by answering animal health questions and educating about positive animal care practices
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment
  • Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition
  • Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding
  • Followed all pet care instructions, including dietary needs and medication regimens
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Monitored up to 6 animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels

Veterinary Assistant

Value Vet
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture
  • Provided exemplary customer service to owners by answering animal health questions and educating about positive animal care practices
  • Assisted veterinary surgeon in spays, neuters and dewclaw surgeries and procedures across variety of domestic and exotic species of animals
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
  • Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition
  • Followed all pet care instructions, including dietary needs and medication regimens
  • Ensured public safety and upholding state and regional laws by working with local health departments, police and other law enforcement agencies
  • Cared for animals pre-surgery, including administering anesthetics
  • Administered anesthesia for operations and surgeries
  • Administered medication, immunizations, and blood plasma to animals
  • Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations
  • Ordered supplies and conducted routine inventories of supplies and equipment
  • Cleaned and maintained laboratory area
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment for necessary procedures
  • Educated animal owners regarding feeding, general care, medical conditions and treatment options
  • Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients
  • Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian
  • Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions
  • Collected body tissue, feces, blood, urine or other body fluids for examination and analysis
  • Cleaned kennels, examination and operating rooms and animal loading and unloading facilities
  • Weighed and examined animals and recorded information in files
  • Coordinated documentation of all treatment activities
  • Administered oral and IV medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition
  • Handled 10 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns

Veterinary Assistant

Premier Vet Care
02.2016 - 10.2017
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture
  • Provided exemplary customer service to owners by answering animal health questions and educating about positive animal care practices
  • Assisted veterinary surgeon in spays, neuters and exploratory surgeries and procedures across variety of domestic and exotic species of animals
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
  • Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian
  • Followed all pet care instructions, including dietary needs and medication regimens
  • Ensured public safety and upholding state and regional laws by working with local health departments, police and other law enforcement agencies
  • Cared for animals pre-surgery, including administering anesthetics
  • Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations
  • Operated diagnostic equipment such as radiographic and ultrasound equipment and interpreted resulting images
  • Cleaned and maintained laboratory area
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment for necessary procedures
  • Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients
  • Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian
  • Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions
  • Treated animals in both routine and emergency situations
  • Performed routine laboratory and diagnostic tests
  • Collected body tissue, feces, blood, urine or other body fluids for examination and analysis
  • Cleaned kennels, examination and operating rooms and animal loading and unloading facilities
  • Coordinated documentation of all treatment activities
  • Handled 3 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns

Education

GED -

Adult GED Classes
Lebanon, TN
2016

Skills

  • Surgical procedures and support
  • Preventive care
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Medical records
  • Customer service
  • Lab operations
  • Safety and compliance
  • Animal Safety
  • Emergency and Preventive Care
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Client Education
  • Veterinarian Assistance

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Good Samaritan Animal Clinic
08.2022 - 10.2023

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Medical Centre
08.2021 - 09.2021

House Cleaner

Custom House Cleaners
03.2020 - 08.2022

Veterinary Assistant

Premier Veterinary Clinic
09.2019 - 12.2019

Veterinary Assistant

Value Vet
10.2017 - 05.2018

Veterinary Assistant

Premier Vet Care
02.2016 - 10.2017

GED -

Adult GED Classes
Kayla Beecham