Mary Faith Bass
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in animal handling, medication administration, and patient care with ability to maintain calm under pressure. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal support in fast-paced veterinary environments.
Responsible and dedicated animal care professional with proven abilities in cleaning cages and managing supplies. Meets animal needs with compassion and love for every creatures. Offers excellent time management, multitasking and organizational skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
East Wake Animal Hospital
Zebulon, North Carolina
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Examined animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Ordered medication refills when needed.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- 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.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Administered immunizations and treatments following veterinarian instructions.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
Manager
You lucky dog
Raleigh, North Carolina
07.2004 - 12.2007
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bass School of Faith
Raleigh, North Carolina05-2003
Skills
- Gowning and gloving procedures
- Reception support
- Animal restraint
- Patient bathing
- Animal handling
- Euthanasia assistance
- Client communication
- Reception duties
- Medication administration
- Physical examinations
- Patient restraint
- Medical record-keeping
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Reception area maintenance
- Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
East Wake Animal Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2013
Manager
You lucky dog
07.2004 - 12.2007
High School Diploma -
Bass School of Faith