Lauren Smith
MA
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with over ten years of successfully assisting veterinarians and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered a highly motivated employee. Dependable and effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Tillman Corner Veterinary Hospital
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Identified intestinal parasites under microscope
- Ran bloodwork in hospital
- Helped animals recover after surgery
- Nails trims and ear cleaning
- Administering vaccinations and injections such as cytopoint
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Sterling Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections/vaccines, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
Kennel Technician/Daycare Worker/Veterinary Assistant
Wachusett Animal Hospital And Pet Retreat
03.2015 - 09.2022
- Shift lead for kennel and dog daycare - In charge of schedule and training new staff
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
- Handling situations correctly during dog fights
- Worked steady during Covid using CDC guidelines in the hospital as a veterinary assistant
Cashier
Market Basket
09.2012 - 03.2015
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Mount Wachusett Community College
05.2015
Skills
- Animal Restraining
- File and Records Management
- Animal Vaccinations
- Medication Administration
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Daily Logs
- Client Education
- Subcutaneous Injections
- High-Pressure Environments
- Social Perceptiveness
- Blood Sample Collection
- Patient Check-Ins
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Animal Grooming
Certification
Low Stress Handling Certified - 2021
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Tillman Corner Veterinary Hospital
10.2023 - 09.2024
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Sterling Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 09.2023
Kennel Technician/Daycare Worker/Veterinary Assistant
Wachusett Animal Hospital And Pet Retreat
03.2015 - 09.2022
Cashier
Market Basket
09.2012 - 03.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Mount Wachusett Community College
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