Kenna Casper
Tinley Park,IL
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with multiple years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Bayshore Veternairy Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with the veterinary team in emergency situations, providing critical support to stabilize patients quickly and effectively.
- Assisted with radiographic imaging procedures to provide veterinarians with vital information needed to make accurate diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
Veterinary Assistant
St Anna Veterinary Clinic
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with routine examinations and procedures.
- Provided compassionate care to animals during their stay at the clinic, monitoring their health and administering treatments as needed.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
Kennel Cleaner
Kaukauna Veternairy Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Ensured a clean and sanitary environment for both patients and staff, performing daily cleaning tasks.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Animal Caretaker
Eastshore Humane Association
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials.
- Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.
- Educated visitors about responsible pet ownership practices during guided tours of the facility or community outreach events.
- Coordinated with volunteers for additional support during busy times or special events requiring extra help with animal care duties.
- Approved adoption applications and did all the necessary adoption paperwork
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Fox College- Vet Tech Institute
Tinley Park, IL06.2024
No Degree - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MIHigh School Diploma -
Hilbert High School
Hilbert, WI05.2021
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Response
- Post-operative Care
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Intravenous Catheterization
- Surgical Assistance
- Animal Handling
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Radiology Techniques
- Prescription Filling
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Routine Examinations
Certification
Fear Free Certified • 04/09/2023
Other
My family and I have also fostered many hospice and undersocialized dogs over the years
Other Experience
Fox College- Vet Tech Institute - Kennel Supervisor
Tinley Park, IL • October 2023 - Current
- Administering medications prescribed by the veterinarian, feeding and caring for the onsite animals we have at school
- Reduced animal stress levels by making sure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment is provided
- Assigning tasks and job duties to classmates during our assigned kennel shifts
- reporting back to the kennel manager about classmate attendance and animal health
Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary - Animal Caretaker
Elkhart Lake, WI • October 2018 - September 2020
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Cleaned and brushed horses' coats to improve skin and coat and decrease health problems.
Eastshore Humane Association - Animal Caretaker
Chilton, WI • January 2018 - May 2019
- Improved animal welfare by providing consistent care and attention to their needs.
- Assisted in maintaining clean and safe living environments for animals, ensuring their wellbeing.
- Enhanced visitor experience by sharing knowledge about various animals and their habitats.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Bayshore Veternairy Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022
Veterinary Assistant
St Anna Veterinary Clinic
07.2020 - 01.2022
Kennel Cleaner
Kaukauna Veternairy Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020
Animal Caretaker
Eastshore Humane Association
05.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Fox College- Vet Tech Institute
No Degree - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Northern Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Hilbert High School
Fear Free Certified • 04/09/2023
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