Hardworking employee with customer service, human and veterinary medical experience, multitasking, and time management abilities. Organized and motivated seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating growth and stability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
West Market Veterinary Hospital
Greensboro, NC
07.2018 - Current
Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
Documented and tracked treatment activities.
Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
Ordered medication refills when needed.
Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
Certified Nurse Aide
MONTANA VETERANS HOME
Columbia Falls, MT
02.2017 - 01.2018
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Maintained patient records including vital signs, intake and output measurements and other data.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration
Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
CNA
Immanuel Lutheran Home
Kalispell, MT
05.2016 - 02.2017
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration
Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment
Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff
Assisted with ADLs
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement
Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided
Maintained a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
Sales Associate
SHOPKO
Evergreen, Montana
08.2014 - 08.2015
Met incoming customers and provided immediate assistance
Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide accurate advice
Trained all new sales employees on effective techniques
Worked flexible schedule to accommodate changing customer levels
Organized items in visually appealing manner
Answered incoming telephone calls with professional and knowledgeable responses
Set aside on-hold reservations
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of customer buying habits.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Northwest Guilford Highschool
01.2014
Skills
Calm and level-headed under duress
Medical terminology knowledge
Quick problem solver Appointment Scheduling
General housekeeping ability
Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
Procedure Support
Veterinary Terminology
Client Communication
Diagnostic Imaging
Euthanasia Assistance
Proficient in AviMark
Medical Record-Keeping
Sample Collection
Post Operative Care
Locations
Kalispell, Montana
Evergreen, Montana
Columbia Falls, MT
Greensboro, North Carolina
References
Brooke Johnson (Coworker) Contact Number: (336) 399-8352