Michelle Rowland
FORT WAYNE,IN
Summary
Veterinary Assistant with 25 years experience helping animals and educating pet owners about how they can give their pet the best quality care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Assistant
Fort Wayne Community Schools
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to students in a timely manner.
- Greeted customers at the cash register and processed payments accordingly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
Veterinary Assistant
Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
04.2013 - 04.2021
- Assisted veterinarians during exams and procedures.
- Scheduled appointments and managed client communications effectively.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
- Educated pet owners on care and health maintenance.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
Veterinary Assistant
Aboite Animal Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
02.2001 - 10.2012
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Educated pet owners on care and health maintenance.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
Veterinary Assistant
Waynedale Animal Clinic
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2000 - 02.2001
- Assisted veterinarians during exams and procedures.
- Prepared surgical instruments and assisted in surgeries.
- Educated pet owners on care and health maintenance.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Education
Certificate of Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Assistant
Colorado Career Academy
Aurora, CO12.1994
Travel And Tourism
Southeastern Travel School
Kissimmee, FL03.1989
High School Diploma -
Sidney High School
Sidney, OH06.1988
Skills
Client education
answering phone calls, and scheduling appointments
Kennel maintenance
Animal restraint techniques
administering injections: SQ, IV, IM
phlebotomy, IV catheters
dental cleanings
taking x-rays
prepping and assisting in surgeries
lab work: heartworm tests, urinalysis, fecals
Timeline
Cafeteria Assistant
Fort Wayne Community Schools
08.2021 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Aboite Animal Hospital
02.2001 - 10.2012
Veterinary Assistant
Waynedale Animal Clinic
03.2000 - 02.2001
Certificate of Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Assistant
Colorado Career Academy
Travel And Tourism
Southeastern Travel School
High School Diploma -
Sidney High School