Maia Petersen
Henderson
Summary
Devoted Veterinary Assistant focused on animal health and wellbeing. With over 12 years of experience, highly skilled in examinations, assessments and common procedures. Protects animals under care with proper restraints, clean environments, and creates a calm and inviting setting for both pets and owners.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
The Vets Mobile
Las Vegas
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- In charge of 14 different cities across the US for prescription requests.
- Called in scheduled and regular prescriptions to a large variety of online and local pharmacies per DVM approval
Veterinary Assistant
Sunridge Animal Hospital
Henderson
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Performed diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Preformed IV catheter placement and venipuncture.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Focus Vet ER
Las Vegas
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of treatments administered, medications given, patient condition and other pertinent information.
- Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sick or injured animals.
- Assisted with medical treatments prescribed by veterinarians, including administering medications (IV, IM, SQ, PO)
Education
Certified Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Assistance
Animal Behavior College
Las Vegas, NV03-2016
Skills
- Animal restraint
- Laboratory procedures
- Surgical assistance
- Euthanasia assistance
- Pharmacy inventory
- Emergency and preventive care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
The Vets Mobile
06.2023 - 03.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Sunridge Animal Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Focus Vet ER
01.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Assistance
Animal Behavior College