Melissa Savage
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with expertise in client communication and compassionate animal care. Proven ability to administer medications and support surgical procedures, enhancing patient health outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital of Gulfport
Gulfport, MS
11.2007 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures to ensure optimal animal care.
- Administered vaccinations and medications under veterinary supervision, enhancing patient health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for efficient patient management and compliance.
- Educated pet owners on proper care techniques, fostering healthier lifestyles for animals.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted initial assessments to support diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Implemented client follow-up procedures, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty to the practice.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
Education
High School Diploma -
D'Iberville High School
D'Iberville, MS05.1998
Skills
- Patient restraint
- Medication administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Sample collection
- Euthanasia assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Animal grooming under anesthesia
- Laboratory procedures
- Sanitation protocols
- Medical record-keeping
- Diagnostic imaging
- Client education
- Emergency and preventive care
- Post operative care
- Surgical procedures and support
- Reception duties
- Intravenous catheterization
- Tick removal
- Procedure support
- Lab operations
- Preventative medicine
- Dental prophylaxis
- Parasite control
- Surgical assistance
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Animal restraint
- Radiology techniques
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Multitasking Abilities
- Proper animal restraint
- Prescription filling
- Basic animal care
- Wound care
- Veterinarian assistance
- Customer service
- Patient Check-ins
- Equipment sterilization
- Patient recordkeeping
- Post-surgical monitoring
- Laboratory testing
- Supply ordering and restocking
- Patient discharge
- Specimen collection
- Microchip administration
- Patient care plans
- Cash drawer balancing
- Medical triage
- Disease and chronic condition treatment
- Incident reporting
- Client communication
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital of Gulfport
11.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
D'Iberville High School