Maura Atkinson
Preston,ID
Summary
I have grown up around animals my entire life due to my dad being a veterinarian. I have developed an interest in the veterinary industry from 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
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Medical Clinic
06.2024 - Current
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Cow Milker
Price Dairy Farm
05.2019 - 09.2024
- Contributed to farm record-keeping accuracy through diligent documentation of daily milk yields, cow health observations, and other relevant information.
- Aided in achieving consistent milk quality standards by promptly identifying mastitis symptoms and taking proper action.
- Enhanced milk quality by closely monitoring the health and well-being of cows and reporting any abnormalities to supervisors.
- Assisted in the training of new employees on proper milking procedures and safety guidelines, resulting in a more knowledgeable workforce.
- Ensured safe handling of milk by following strict sanitation protocols during collection, storage, and transportation processes.
Dog Bather
Animal Medical Clinic
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Safely handled various breeds of dogs, ensuring their comfort throughout the bathing process.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Assisted groomers with prepping dogs for haircuts, resulting in streamlined appointments.
Education
Technical - Vet Assisting
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
Logan, UT08.2024
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Preston, ID05.2024
Skills
- Client Communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal Safety
- Appointment Scheduling
- Vaccine administration
- Post Operative Care
- Medical record-keeping
- Farm safety protocols
- Manual and automated milking
- Herd Management
Accomplishments
I served on the Preston FFA officer team for two years in high school and competed in several events. Including dairy cattle evaluation, horse evaluation, livestock evaluation, creed speaking, and dairy handling. I went to nationals as the only girl on the dairy cattle evaluation team and placed top ten in the state every year in horse judging. And received my State Degree as the only sophomore. I loved my time in the Preston FFA and am thankful for all it taught me.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Medical Clinic
06.2024 - Current
Dog Bather
Animal Medical Clinic
06.2022 - 04.2024
Cow Milker
Price Dairy Farm
05.2019 - 09.2024
Technical - Vet Assisting
Bridgerland Applied Technology College
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
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