Kira Strout
Virginia Beach,Virginia
Summary
Dedicated professional with a background in animal handling and care. Proven ability to assess patient needs and provide quality care. Adept at record-keeping and maintaining patient charts. Possesses excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Indian River Veterinary Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Educates pet owners on proper animal care techniques including diet management, grooming requirements, exercise needs, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Provides emotional support to pet owners who are grieving due to loss of an animal companion through compassion and understanding.
- Conducts regular cleaning duties within clinic premises including disinfection of cages and kennels between each use.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills while dealing with clients at the reception desk or over phone calls regarding their pet's appointments or inquiries about services offered.
- Maintains detailed records of animal medical histories and treatments; conducts laboratory tests such as fecal exams, urinalysis, blood work, and skin scrapings.
- Restrains animals for veterinary examinations, treatments and procedures.
- Assists with radiographs, running bloodwork and reading fecals to perform diagnostics.
- Fills medication prescriptions for clients.
- Collects laboratory specimens, such as blood, urine, and feces for testing.
- Monitors patient's responses to the anesthesia before, during and after the operation.
To-Go Server
Chilis
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Processed payments and completed register transactions accurately.
- Excelled at multitasking, preparing meals quickly while ensuring accuracy.
Party Host
Surge Adventure Park
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Exhibited strong communication skills when addressing inquiries from guests.
- Cleaned up after guests by removing trash around facility.
- Operated cash register and accurately processed payments and exchanges.
Education
Veterinary Assisting Program -
Tidewater Community College
05.2024
High School Diploma -
Bayside High School
06.2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Animal Handling
- Appointment Management
- Fecal Testing
- Urine Testing
- Blood Testing
- Client Education
- Radiology Procedures
- Post Operative Care
Certification
Fear Free Certificate
Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA)
Volunteer Experience
Animal Shelter Volunteer, Animal Care and Adoption Center, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 09/01/23, Present.
- Feeds and waters animals.
- Developed a deep understanding of animal behavior.
- Does facility laundry, and disinfects animal quarters.
- Exercises animals to maintain physical and mental health.
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Indian River Veterinary Hospital
05.2024 - Current
To-Go Server
Chilis
02.2023 - 07.2024
Party Host
Surge Adventure Park
03.2022 - 01.2023
Veterinary Assisting Program -
Tidewater Community College
Fear Free Certificate
Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA)
High School Diploma -
Bayside High School
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