Kyla Scharmer
Baxter,TN
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant with proven expertise at Copeland Veterinary Hospital, skilled in medication administration and client communication. Enhanced patient care through meticulous monitoring and effective teamwork, contributing to improved recovery rates and client satisfaction. Committed to maintaining a clean, safe environment while supporting veterinarians in complex cases and emergency situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Copeland Veterinary Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Implemented proper sterilization procedures to maintain a sanitary work environment and prevent cross-contamination risks.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Fostered compassionate atmosphere for animals and pet owners, easing anxiety and building trust.
- Improved animal recovery rates with meticulous monitoring of vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Streamlined patient admission and discharge processes for increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
- Assisted in development of treatment plans, collaborating closely with veterinarians to address specific patient needs.
- Reduced stress for animals undergoing treatment, employing gentle handling techniques and creating calm environment.
- Increased effectiveness of pet owner communications, providing clear instructions for at-home care and medication administration.
- Maintained clean and hygienic clinic environment, reducing risk of cross-contamination and ensuring safety of all animals.
- Supported veterinarian efforts in complex cases with detailed record-keeping and data entry for patient histories.
- Contributed to public health by assisting in administration of vaccinations and parasite prevention treatments.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Education
Pennfoster
Skills
- Client communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Medication administration
- Sample collection
- Euthanasia assistance
- Animal grooming
- Animal behavior
- Vaccine administration
- Sanitation protocols
- Client education
- Emergency and preventive care
- Intravenous catheterization
- Tick removal
- Careful restraint
- Radiology techniques
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Proper animal restraint
- Prescription filling
- Wound care
- Patient Check-ins
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient care monitoring
- Patient discharge
- Feline cat bag restraint
- Emergency response
- Problem identification
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Copeland Veterinary Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Pennfoster
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