PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Laurel Williams

VetCor
Apopka,USA
1
Certification
34
Years of experience

Dedicated veterinarian with over 20 year’s successful small animal clinical experience; Empathetic professional relating to pet owners and listening carefully to concerns to determine best care protocols for individual health needs. Committed to providing high quality medicine; Conscientious worker, able to work effectively independently by setting priorities, multi-tasking and remaining focused; Adept at leading team-based veterinary care.

Work History

Lead Veterinarian

1 Year 9 Months
Banfield Pet Hospital | 04.2024 - 01.2026
  • Provide mentorship and support to new veterinarians
  • Coach, manage and support team members
  • Maintained accurate records and ensure compliance with DEA regulatory standards
  • Conduct routine wellness exams, diagnose illnesses, formulate treatment plans for companion animals
  • Perform routine surgery and dental procedures

Associate Veterinarian

4 Years 5 Months
Banfield Pet Hospital | 08.2021 - 01.2026
  • Provide quality care to all pets and adhere to medical standards
  • Perform elective and non-elective surgeries including cystotomy, gastrotomy, enterotomy
  • Form strong client relationships and effectively communicate information regarding their pet’s health needs
  • Mentored junior veterinarians and staff, fostering professional development.
  • Implemented protocols that improved clinic workflow and operational efficiency.
  • Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions, and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
  • Developed client relationships by providing compassionate care, building trust in our practice''s services.

Associate Veterinarian

7 Months
VetCor | 01.2026 - Current
  • Diagnosed and treated a variety of animal illnesses and injuries, ensuring optimal patient care.
  • Conducted routine wellness examinations to promote preventive health measures in pets.
  • Educated pet owners on proper pet care, nutrition, and preventive health practices.
  • Collaborated with veterinary technicians to enhance workflow efficiency in clinical procedures.
  • Developed treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, improving overall health outcomes.
  • Advised clients on end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment.

Relief Veterinarian

2 Years 1 Month
VCA-Oshawa Animal Clinic | 07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Provide preventative and wellness care, diagnose and treat illness and injuries for pets
  • Educate pet owners about their pet health care needs, review diagnoses, and treatment plans
  • Communicate diagnosis and treatment plans with hospital care team

Veterinary Expert

13 Years
JustAnswer | 07.2008 - 07.2021

Provide virtual veterinary advice via talk or text to pet parents.

Review medical history, symptoms, and treatment concerns shared through JustAnswer’s digital platform.

Triaged concerns to determine whether telemedicine would be appropriate vs in-person visit.

Clear and compassionate client communication and education\

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Associate Veterinarian

3 Years 3 Months
King Hopkins Pet Hospital | 06.2015 - 09.2018
  • Small animal medicine- wellness, sick and emergency care
  • Performed elective and non-elective small animal surgery (cystotomy, enterotomy, pyometra surgery)
  • Performed dental extractions
  • Introduced low cost spay/neuter program which increased clinic visibility and increased revenue
  • Client education and communication

Relief Veterinarian/Locum

2 Years 10 Months
Greater Toronto Area Clinics | 08.2012 - 06.2015
  • Conduct thorough physical exams, and establish treatment plans, perform diagnostics on animals with a variety of illnesses
  • Client education and communication

Associate Veterinarian

3 Years 9 Months
Mackay Animal Clinic | 09.2008 - 06.2012
  • Small animal medicine -preventative, sick and emergency care
  • Performed elective and non-elective surgery
  • Performed dental extractions
  • Created and maintained DVM work schedule

Associate Veterinarian

9 Months
Hilsboro Beach Animal Hospital | 10.2007 - 07.2008
  • Examined and treated sick, injured pets
  • Conduct diagnostic tests as indicated for sick and injured pets, and as part of wellness care
  • Used laser surgery for routine and non-elective surgery (c-section, cystotomy, enterotomy)
  • Educated pet owners regarding different topics such as nutrition, behaviour and zoonotic diseases

Associate Veterinarian

4 Years 11 Months
Thickson Road Pet Hospital | 10.2002 - 09.2007
  • Examined animals to determine nature of disease or injury and treat surgically or medically
  • Administered wellness and routine preventative care
  • Small animal surgery and dentistry
  • Improved hospital image by providing excellent client service
  • Increased revenue from dental procedures by 20%

Primary Veterinarian

4 Months
Banfield Pet Hospital | 09.2001 - 01.2002
  • Small animal medicine and surgery
  • Oversee hospital activities -staff scheduling, flow of clients, administrative procedures
  • Worked diligently to rebuild client base and confidence for the clinic
  • Increased hospital revenue/production over previous years’ performance by 15%

Research Technologist

1 Year 11 Months
Sugar Industry Research Institute | 10.1994 - 09.1996
  • Supervised quality assurance testing of the final sugar products from the respective sugar factories
  • Successfully assisted with the launch of the pilot project

Chemistry and Biology Laboratory Instructor

4 Months
West Indies College | 09.1993 - 01.1994
  • Instructed the laboratory component of the Chemistry and Biology courses
  • Implemented changes to the laboratory course leading to increased efficiency

Chemistry and Biology Teacher

4 Months
Belair High School | 09.1992 - 01.1993
  • Taught Grades 9- 12 Chemistry and Biology
  • Achieved one of the highest pass rates for Grade 12 chemistry exams

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

University of Prince Edward Island, Atlantic Veterinary College | PEI, Canada

Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Biochemistry

University of the West Indies | Kingston, Jamaica

Skills

Client education
Compassionate and clear client communication
Protocol improvement
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Active listening
Illness assessment and treatment
Preventative medicine
Medical record-keeping

Certification

  • 2020-present Florida State Veterinary License
  • 2002-present Ontario Provincial Veterinary License
  • 2000-2002 Georgia State Veterinary License

Timeline

Associate Veterinarian

VetCor
01.2026 - CurrentRead More

Lead Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital
04.2024 - 01.2026Read More

Associate Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital
08.2021 - 01.2026Read More

Relief Veterinarian

VCA-Oshawa Animal Clinic
07.2019 - 08.2021Read More

Associate Veterinarian

King Hopkins Pet Hospital
06.2015 - 09.2018Read More

Relief Veterinarian/Locum

Greater Toronto Area Clinics
08.2012 - 06.2015Read More

Associate Veterinarian

Mackay Animal Clinic
09.2008 - 06.2012Read More

Veterinary Expert

JustAnswer
07.2008 - 07.2021Read More

Associate Veterinarian

Hilsboro Beach Animal Hospital
10.2007 - 07.2008Read More

Associate Veterinarian

Thickson Road Pet Hospital
10.2002 - 09.2007Read More

Primary Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital
09.2001 - 01.2002Read More

Research Technologist

Sugar Industry Research Institute
10.1994 - 09.1996Read More

Chemistry and Biology Laboratory Instructor

West Indies College
09.1993 - 01.1994Read More

Chemistry and Biology Teacher

Belair High School
09.1992 - 01.1993Read More

University of the West Indies

Bachelor of Science (Hons) from Biochemistry
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University of Prince Edward Island, Atlantic Veterinary College

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
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Laurel Williams