MaKenzie Lazo
La Vista,NE
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Grand Island Veterinary Hospital
Grand Island, NE
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
Veterinary Assistant
Parks Veterinary
Grand Island, NE
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
Kennel Assistant
Hastings Animal Clinic
Hastings, NE
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Administered medications to animals with meals or treats.
- Fed and refreshed water for animals staying in kennels on regular eating schedules.
- Walked dogs while enforcing good behavior and manners.
Kennel Assistant
Lake Sharpe Kennels
Fort Pierre, SD
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
- Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
Education
Certified in Social Media Marketing -
Coursera
03.2023
CPR Certified
Parks Veterinary
2018
High School Diploma -
Hastings Senior High School
Hastings, NE05.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NESkills
- Charting and Recordkeeping
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Diagnostic Testing
- Caring and Responsible
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Medication Administration
- First Aid
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Grand Island Veterinary Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Parks Veterinary
11.2017 - 11.2019
Kennel Assistant
Hastings Animal Clinic
06.2014 - 12.2016
Kennel Assistant
Lake Sharpe Kennels
01.2013 - 04.2014
Certified in Social Media Marketing -
Coursera
CPR Certified
Parks Veterinary
High School Diploma -
Hastings Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
University of Nebraska At Omaha