Kenitra Gatlin
Memphis,TN
Summary
I am a ambitious and quick learning veterinary assistant looking to further my skills in veterinary medicine. Along with being organized, willing to take on difficult tasks, and educating clients, I am physically fit in order to tackle more difficult on the job tasks. My goal is to advocate for the animals with my clinical skills, love for animals, and ability to communicate with clients and coworkers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Berclair Animal Hospital
Memphis, TN
10.2019 - Current
- Clean and disinfect exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Position animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administer IV medications to hospitalized patients in treatment and document changes in condition.
- Record symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Delegate tasks to my coworkers while simultaneously working along side them
- Monitor patients that undergo anesthesia
- Chat with clients about procedures, estimates, payment plans, and patients history
- Place catheters, draw blood samples, administer vaccinations, orals medications to boarding patients, run in house lab work as well as prep it to be sent to partnering labs.
- Know the basic handling positions/techniques and how to read basic animal behavior
- Able to float to different positions throughout the clinic such as reception, kennels, and surgery.
- Able to respond to emergencies immediately to stabilize the patient
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency Center
Memphis, TN
04.2022 - 11.2024
- Able to accurately conduct rounds at the hour to ensure every hospitalized case was being monitored.
- Prep and monitor a patient in surgery when an emergency call for it
- Properly sterilize surgical equipment after surgery.
- Preps patients for hospitalized care
- Able to discuss a estimate/treatment plan with owners
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- In applicable cases, able to tube feed, administer plasma/blood transfusions
- Able to multitask with chores such as cleaning, trash, laundry.
- Familiar with pharmacology, therefore, able to fill medication.
Kennel Technician
Thepethospitals
Memphis, TN
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Administered special food to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Medicated animals during their boarding stay
- Participated in overseeing doggie day care groups
Hostess
Red Lobster
Memphis, TN
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Volunteer
Humane Society
Memphis, TN
04.2016 - 06.2016
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Took on tasks like feeding, watering, and walking the animals at the shelter to begin my experience with animal care
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ03.2024
High School Diploma -
Gateway Christian Schools
Memphis, TN01.2018
Skills
- Gentle handling
- Fast thinking
- Animal advocate
- Operation of Lab machinery
- Patient Flow Management
- Surgical Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Client Communication
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency Center
04.2022 - 11.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Berclair Animal Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Kennel Technician
Thepethospitals
10.2018 - 10.2019
Hostess
Red Lobster
09.2016 - 10.2017
Volunteer
Humane Society
04.2016 - 06.2016
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
High School Diploma -
Gateway Christian Schools
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