Mikala Davis
Oxford,NC
Summary
Driven Veterinary Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and client communication honed at Banfield Animal Hospital. Excelled in medication administration and surgical support, enhancing animal safety and recovery rates. Demonstrated commitment to excellence by streamlining sample collection processes, significantly improving laboratory turnaround times. Skilled in team collaboration and client education, ensuring high-quality care and service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 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.
- Expedited laboratory processing times by collecting samples efficiently for blood work or other testing purposes.
Kennel Technician
Park Vet Hospital
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
08.2016 - 05.2021
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
Education
License - Registered Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PABachelor of Arts - Middle Grade Education
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC05.2021
Skills
- Client Communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal Safety
- Medication Administration
- Sample Collection
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Medical record-keeping
- Client Education
- Post Operative Care
- Surgical procedures and support
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Kennel Technician
Park Vet Hospital
08.2021 - 02.2022
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
08.2016 - 05.2021
License - Registered Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster Career School
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Grade Education
Campbell University