Lerato Molakeng
Summary
Detail oriented veterinary assistant with over 5 years of experience in animal handling, surgery prep, vaccinations, record keeping and client education. Proven ability to manage day-to-day clinic operations efficiently with a focus on compassion and service excellence. Currently pursuing a veterinary technician degree with Penn Foster to further enhance technical expertise.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
District Veterinary Hospital
Washington, DC
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Monitored animal vital signs and administered medications as directed by veterinary staff.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated client databases to ensure continuity of care.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care, nutrition, and post-operative instructions.
- Coordinated appointments and facilitated communication between clients and veterinary team members.
- 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.
Animal nutritionist
Hills food company
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Contact : Payal Ramjee - 0796965449
- Food company specialising in prescription dog and cat food.
Tutor
University of Pretoria
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Tutored university veterinary students about dog behaviour, taking dog and cat vitals, injection sites and general dog training.
- Contact : Dorah Ntlwana - 0826430083
Swimming coach
Virgin Active
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Contact : Abigail Mahlangu - 0839424483
Education
Veterinary technician -
Penn Foster
USA05-2026
Veterinary science - undefined
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa12.2023
Skills
- Animal handling
- Record keeping and charting
- Medication/vaccine administration
- Surgical preparation
- Microsoft word
- Client education and communication
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Appointment scheduling
- Sample collection
LANGUAGES
English - Full Professional Proficiency
Southern Sotho - Full Professional Proficiency
isiZulu - Full Professional Proficiency
isiXhosa - Full Professional Proficiency
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
District Veterinary Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Animal nutritionist
Hills food company
04.2023 - 11.2023
Tutor
University of Pretoria
01.2022 - 12.2022
Swimming coach
Virgin Active
01.2018 - 12.2018
Veterinary science - undefined
University of Pretoria
Veterinary technician -
Penn Foster