Lindsy Romero

• Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and cultures.
• Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
• Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
• Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
• Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic with proper restraint.

I started out at Bartram as a kennel tech and moved up to vet assistant after 5 months. I have also been the lead kennel mentor for our kennel staff for 1 year.

• Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
• Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
• Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
• Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
• Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
• Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
• Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
• Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
• Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
• Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.

• Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
• Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
• Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
• Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
• Trained animals to respond to specific cues from both owners and handlers.
• Handled approximately 30 or more dogs each working day alone.