Lani Tarun
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Lee's Summit,MO
Summary
Experienced with creating safe and nurturing environment for dogs. Utilizes effective time management and problem-solving skills to handle daily tasks and unexpected situations. Strong understanding of canine behavior and needs, ensuring high-quality care and client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Sitter
Own Business
Severn, MD
08.2017 - Current
- Delivered daily outdoor activities fostering physical wellness in dogs.
- Offered companionship and playtime, helping dogs feel comfortable and happy.
- Developed and followed daily routines for feeding, exercise, and rest for each dog.
- Maintained clean living areas by regularly washing bedding and cleaning up after pets.
Veterinary Assistant
Greater Annapolis Veterinary Hospital
Annapolis, MD
06.2017 - 02.2025
- 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.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- 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.
- 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.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling to optimize daily operations and maximize patient throughput.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Participated continuing education training seminars workshops conferences advance knowledge stay current industry trends best practices.
- Enhanced clinic operations, efficiently scheduling appointments and managing veterinarian calendars.
- Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Improved patient care with diligent follow-up calls to assess recovery of animals post-treatment.
- Maintained clean and hygienic clinic environment, reducing risk of cross-contamination and ensuring safety of all animals.
- Encouraged preventive care, increasing number of pets receiving timely vaccinations and health screenings.
- Reduced stress for animals undergoing treatment, employing gentle handling techniques and creating calm environment.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Meade Senior High
Fort George G Meade, MD06.1989
Timeline
Dog Sitter
Own Business
08.2017 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Greater Annapolis Veterinary Hospital
06.2017 - 02.2025
Diploma - General Studies
Meade Senior High