Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Kayleigh Herr

Kayleigh Herr

Summary

Passionate certified veterinary assistant with experience working with cats, dogs, and other small animals in clinic and adoption shelter settings. One of the most important things to me is finding a place that thrives on practicing great medicine while growing client/patient bond through honesty, communication, and care, while not overlooking the needs of their employees. A good work life balance is essential.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Cumberland Creek Mobile Veterinary Services
09.2023 - Current

Part Time Assistant


  • Practiced fear free techniques
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
  • Assisted with dental cleanings and other surgical procedures.

Veterinary Assistant

Pets R Us Vet
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
  • Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Veterinary Assistant

Saunders Veterinary Services
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Utilize Cornerstone program and Idexx VetLab equipment
  • Examining animals and checking vitals in preparation for the Veterinarian
  • Ran tech appointments to administer vaccines, medication, and treatments
  • Running blood, urine, and feces samples under the microscope for Veterinary review
  • Restraining animals for lab work and testing
  • Recording relevant information about animals, including weight and types of medication given
  • Sterilizing equipment and regularly cleaning examination areas
  • Counted medications and filled orders according to Veterinary prescriptions
  • Filled in as receptionist when needed, scheduled appointments, answered phones, and managed client/patients.

Kennel Technician

Creekwood Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to pet owners, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding the care of their pets.
  • Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
  • Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.

Kennel Technician

Stones River Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Improved animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
  • Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to pet owners, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding the care of their pets.

Animal Care Associate

Humane Society of Broward County
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease
  • Bathed animals to remove dust, debris or contaminants and maintain wellbeing
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress
  • Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support, as well as top-notch care to each animal
  • Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake.

Surgery Volunteer

Humane Society of Broward County
09.2015 - 04.2017
  • Talked to animals in a soothing manner and familiarized each with human voices
  • Trained employees in customer relations strategies and animal handling protocols, facilitating optimal public interest and support
  • Monitored animals undergoing treatment for changes and signs of improvement
  • Restrained animals during veterinary procedures
  • Brushed coat, cut nails and cleaned ears to promote animal health and wellness
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet the individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Broward
Pembroke Pines, Florida
06.2018

Skills

  • Preventative care and treatment
  • Multitasking and prioritizing
  • Strong team member
  • Staff and Animal Safety
  • Lab Operations
  • Surgical assistance
  • Pet owner education
  • Dental cleanings
  • Billing and Invoicing

Certification

  • Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA), 04/01/18
  • Food Safety Certification with the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals, 02/01/19

References

Professional: 


  • Audrey, Veterinary Assistant, Former coworker, (865) 438 - 2800
  • Kassidy, Veterinary Assistant, Former coworker, (615) 823 - 0708
  • Annabelle, Veterinary Technician, Former coworker, (682) 239 - 7520
  • Lilli, Veterinary Assistant, Former coworker, (615) 878 - 2107
  • Dr. Crockett, Veterinarian, Cumberland Creek Mobile Veterinary Services, (615) - 202 - 2094


Personal:


  • Brian, EMT, (954) 591-7191
  • Tony, Semi Truck driver, (615) - 971 - 4928
  • Trevor, FedEx Package Handler, (305) 494 - 6533
  • Ray, Computer Analyst, (239) 258 - 7207

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Cumberland Creek Mobile Veterinary Services
09.2023 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Pets R Us Vet
08.2022 - 01.2024

Veterinary Assistant

Saunders Veterinary Services
10.2021 - 01.2022

Kennel Technician

Creekwood Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2019

Kennel Technician

Stones River Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2019

Animal Care Associate

Humane Society of Broward County
04.2017 - 04.2018

Surgery Volunteer

Humane Society of Broward County
09.2015 - 04.2017

High School Diploma -

West Broward
Kayleigh Herr