Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Elective Courses
Scholarly Activities
Externships And Mentorships
Certification
Timeline
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Michelle Seers

Greater Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Qualified veterinary professional with background in emergency and wildlife veterinary medicine. Proven success in delivering critical care and lifesaving treatments to diverse range of animal species. Committed to collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to adapt swiftly to changing circumstances, maintaining calm and efficient approach while utilizing diagnostic and surgical skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Veterinarian

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency
06.2024 - Current
  • Managed challenging cases involving trauma, toxin exposure, and critical illnesses, delivering expert care under high-pressure situations.
  • Implemented preventive measures against infectious diseases within the clinic setting through proper patient isolation, vaccination protocols, and staff education.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care to pets and clear communication to pet owners regarding treatment options.
  • Collaborated with specialists in areas such as internal medicine and surgery to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
  • Stayed current with advancements in veterinary medicine through attending industry conferences and participating in continuing education courses.

Independent Contractor Veterinarian

Community Animal Medicine Project
01.2022 - Current
  • Performed routine wellness exams and collaborated with technical staff to ensure safe handling and animal welfare
  • Practiced preventative care for small animals including appropriate vaccination, parasite prevention/control and microchipping
  • Educated pet parents on the importance of preventative medicine and created vaccination protocols for their pets

Associate Veterinarian

Companion Pet Partners
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Built rapport with clients by gathering information, listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
  • Educated pet owners on proper nutrition and preventative medicine, promoting long-term wellness for their animals.
  • Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records.
  • Collaborated with veterinary technicians to ensure accurate diagnostics and effective treatment plans.
  • Managed complex surgical procedures for optimal results, ensuring the welfare of animals under my care.

Research Assistant

Missouri Department of Conservation
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Completed research project looking at histopathological changes in response to lead (Pb) intoxication in fish
  • Completed data entry for waterfowl hunting surveys
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Completed data entry for Chronic Wasting Disease testing
  • Assisted necropsy technician with deer samples

Student Farm Technician

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Collaborated with other team members to complete daily tasks efficiently and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Participated in community outreach events promoting awareness about sustainable agriculture practices and highlighting the farm's contributions.
  • Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Performed rectal exams and ultrasound for pregnancy diagnosis

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine
Columbia
01.2022

University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies
Edinburgh, Scotland
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
01.2017

Skills

  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Medical diagnosis
  • Safe animal handling and restraint
  • Knowledge of diseases and zoonosis
  • Fieldwork skills
  • Wildlife rehabilitation

Elective Courses

  • Zoological Medicine Elective Course
  • Veterinary Research Scholars Program
  • Special Topics in Bovine Reproduction Elective Course

Scholarly Activities

  • Gilbreath-McLorn Scholarship and Smith Family Scholarship, 2021
  • Conservation Employees' Credit Union Scholarship, 2020
  • American Pre-Veterinary Medical Association C.E.L.A Scholarship, 2016

Externships And Mentorships

  • Centre for Engaged Learning Abroad (C.E.L.A) Belize, Wildlife Health, Ecology, and Conservation Course
  • UC Davis Senior Veterinary Student Externship in Wildlife Medicine


Certification

  • RECOVER CPR: Basic and Advanced Life Support, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 2024
  • Animals in Disasters: Awareness and Preparedness, FEMA, 2019

Timeline

Emergency Veterinarian

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency
06.2024 - Current

Independent Contractor Veterinarian

Community Animal Medicine Project
01.2022 - Current

Associate Veterinarian

Companion Pet Partners
01.2022 - 05.2024

Research Assistant

Missouri Department of Conservation
01.2019 - 01.2020

Student Farm Technician

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
01.2015 - 01.2017

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine

University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Michelle Seers