Maura Atkinson
Shelley,ID
Summary
I have grown up around animals my entire life due to my dad being a veterinarian. I developed an interest in veterinary medicine at a very young age. I have learned to work hard through my various hobbies like showing animals in the county fair and competing in FFA competitions. I strive to succeed in everything I do and help others do so also!
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Technician
Cedar Ridge Animal Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared animals for surgery with exams, premeds, and catheterization.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries by getting what they needed, such as surgical packs, patient's vitals, and pain medication post surgery.
- Listened to client's concerns about their pets to inform the doctor thoroughly of specific issues prior to them looking at the animal.
- Efficiently performed lab work, including blood draws, urinalysis, and fecal examinations for accurate diagnoses.
- Answered the phone, invoiced, and scheduled appointments for clients and their pets.
- Prioritized daily, weekly, and monthly chores and responsibilities to ensure the cleanliness of the practice.
Boarding Technician
Cedar Ridge Animal Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Took proper care of the pets of our valued clients by letting them outside in the mornings and every other weekend.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Medical Clinic
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered vaccines in tech appointments with the permission of the doctor.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Ran a squeeze chute for large animals and practiced correct, humane animal restraints.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
Dairy Farm Hand
Price Dairy
05.2019 - 09.2024
- Maintained a high standard of animal welfare by closely monitoring living conditions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Administered medication to bovine that were portraying signs of illness such as mastitis, lethargy, not eating, milk fever, and more.
- Assisted in monitoring heat cycles in dairy cows and using artificial insemination.
- Milked cows in the mornings as needed, and every night.
- Maintained order of the entire farm when owners were out of town.
Babysitter
Bosen Family
01.2017 - 09.2024
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Learned lifelong skills and how to take care of people's needs.
- Gained an understanding of the importance of patience.
Dog Bather
Animal Medical Clinic
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted groomers with prepping dogs for haircuts, resulting in streamlined appointments.
- Offered baths and brushes for dogs to raise money for a humanitarian trip to Panama!
- Used high quality products and care to ensure the happiness of the pet and owner.
- Created my own prices and kept track of money earned.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Vet Assisting
Bridgerland Technical College
Logan, UT08-2024
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Preston, ID05-2024
Skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Communication and social skills
- Medical record-keeping
- Vaccine administration
- Time management
- Appointment scheduling
- Reception duties
- Controlled substance management
- Physical examinations
Accomplishments
I come from a family of FFA competitors. I had the pleasure of participating in FFA from eighth grade to my senior year of high school. I served on the Preston FFA Officer team for two years and competed in numerous competitions including creed speaking, dairy cattle evaluation, horse evaluation, and livestock evaluation. I received multiple state as well as a national title in these events. The FFA Organization helped shape me into who I am today.
Timeline
Vet Technician
Cedar Ridge Animal Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Boarding Technician
Cedar Ridge Animal Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Medical Clinic
06.2024 - 09.2024
Dog Bather
Animal Medical Clinic
01.2024 - 04.2024
Dairy Farm Hand
Price Dairy
05.2019 - 09.2024
Babysitter
Bosen Family
01.2017 - 09.2024
Certificate of Technical Studies - Vet Assisting
Bridgerland Technical College
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
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