
Veterinary Nursing student at Lansing Community College seeking a Veterinary Assistant position while completing my degree, with long-term goals of becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Planning to transfer to Michigan State University in Fall 2027.
• Assisted DVMs and LVTs during high-volume feline spay/neuter clinics, including patient prep and surgical table setup
• Performed surgical preparation such as nail trims, shaving surgical sites, and positioning cats for procedures
• Monitored anesthesia by observing respiration and heart rate and documenting vitals on surgery logs
• Prepared and organized spay/neuter packs and maintained sterile surgical instruments using proper aseptic technique
• Assisted with vaccinations and microchipping under veterinary supervision
• Ran IDEXX diagnostic tests and supported basic in-house lab workflow as directed by veterinary staff volunteers
• Safely restrained and handled cats using low-stress, fear-free techniques
• Cleaned and sanitized kennels, carriers, exam areas, and surgical spaces following medical cleaning protocols
• Provided daily husbandry care including feeding, watering, and litter box maintenance for clinic and shelter cats
• Supported overall clinic flow by organizing supplies, restocking materials, and maintaining a clean, efficient workspace
• Assisted with grill and hot line operations, supporting cooks during high-volume service
• Worked expo to organize orders, ensure accuracy, and communicate between kitchen staff and servers
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, storage areas, and dishwashing spaces
• Washed dishes, sanitized equipment, and followed proper food safety and hygiene standards
• Prepped ingredients such as chopping, portioning, and stocking items for daily service
• Helped prepare and serve specialty items including prime rib and pasta wheel dishes during service
• Collaborated with kitchen team to keep workflow efficient during busy shifts
• Restocked supplies and monitored inventory levels to keep stations fully prepared
• Demonstrated strong multitasking, teamwork, and time-management skills in a high-pressure environment
Feline restraint and low-stress handling
Surgical preparation (shaving, scrubbing, positioning patients)
Assisting DVMs and LVTs during spay/neuter procedures
Anesthesia monitoring (observing respiration and heart rate)
Maintaining aseptic technique and sterilizing surgical instruments
Vaccination and microchip assistance under supervision
IDEXX diagnostic test assistance and basic lab workflow exposure
Cleaning and sanitizing kennels, carriers, and surgical areas
Patient preparation for exams and procedures
Accurate surgical log documentation and attention to detail
Nail trims and basic procedure prep for feline patients
Shelter medicine workflow and high-volume clinic support
Organization of medical supplies and surgical packs
Compassionate animal care and welfare awareness
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environments
Strong teamwork with veterinarians, technicians, and volunteers
Time management and multitasking during busy clinic days
Observation of patient behavior and condition changes
Dependability and professional work ethic
Communication and collaboration with clinic staff