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Natalia Pentecost

Virginia Beach,VA

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Doctor

Virginia Tech Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Blacksburg, VA
06.2023 - Current
  • Explaining disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses and treatment options to pet owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
  • Experiencing a large amount of end-stage patients and euthanasia, supporting owners during end-stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, and compassion.
  • Developing and administering treatment plans, maintaining patient records, and responding to emergency situations involving injured or sick animals.

Extern

Mt. Pleasant Veterinary Clinic
Chesapeake, VA
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
  • Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery. Induced and pre-medicated patients for surgical procedures.
  • Performed surgical procedures, including spays and neuters.

Extern and Student Doctor

Bostic Veterinary Hospital
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures such as spays and neuters, dental cleanings, x-rays, ultrasounds.
  • Completed physical examinations on animals, collected samples for laboratory analysis, and monitored vital signs.
  • Educated clients about proper pet care techniques and preventive health care measures.

Harbor Student Envoy

Suveto Veterinary
Blacksburg, VA
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Hosted on-campus experiential learning events to foster vet student engagement, networking, and increase veterinary self-ownership interest.
  • Represented and promote information on Harbor's educational content through public speaking both in-person and virtually.
  • Advocated for opportunities the company provides to students such as externships and career gateways.

Extern

Apple Tree Cove Animal Hospital
Kingston, WA
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Delivered basic medical care to animals, including administering medications and vaccinations.
  • Assessed health conditions, symptoms and history of animals and delivered treatment.

Animal Care Technician

Teaching & Research Animal Care Service (TRACSS)
Blacksburg, VA
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Facilitated treatments to sick or injured animals, promoted and monitored animal health in cooperation with TRACSS veterinarians.
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease. Maintained accurate records of animal health care and treatments.
  • Ensured proper animal housing and husbandry, including feeding, watering, sanitation, enrichment, and exercise.
  • Interacted with and cared for a variety of animal species such as dogs, horses, pigs, frogs, and rodents.

Tier 2 Volunteer

Heritage Humane Society
Williamsburg, VA
05.2015 - 08.2017
  • Provided emotional and physical care to ensure an animal's comfort and adoptability.
  • Aided staff in daily regimens: cleaning cages, litter boxes, laundry, and dishes.
  • Participated in special events, assisted with setup and breakdown of equipment.

Mentorship - Assistant

Animal Clinic and Wellness Center
Williamsburg, VA
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Supported staff with preparations for x-rays or surgical procedures and collected quantitative data during surgeries.
  • Worked with various equipment such as heart monitors, catheters, heating pads, weight scale, syringes, and vials.
  • Observed animal euthanasia, participated in blood work, teeth cleaning, vaccines, nail trimming, and check-ups.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
Blacksburg, VA
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Animal and Poultry Sciences/Pre-Vet

Virginia Tech University
Blacksburg, VA
05.2021

Summary

Fourth year veterinary student with 9+ years of animal experience and handling of domestic and farm animals. Experienced with animal welfare in clinical, shelter, and laboratory settings. Special interest in theriogenology and cardiology. Proven ability to lead a team of animal care technicians and student doctors. Not afraid to take action where needed, in one instance saving 100+ laboratory animals following an unexpected facility failure. 

Certifications

  • CPR Certified 2018-Present
  • Fear Free Certified 2023-Present
  • Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Certified

Activities

  • Pre-Veterinary Association at Virginia Tech 2018 - 2021
  • Volunteered at the Montgomery Animal Shelter and Ride-A-Rescue 2017-2021
  • Pi Chapter of Alpha Psi Fraternity 2021-Present
  • Lambda Chapter of Omega Tau Sigma Fraternity 2021-Present
  • Student American Veterinary Medical Association 2021-Present
  • American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior 2021-Present
  • Theriogenology Club 2021-Present
  • Companion Animal Club 2021-Present

Skills

  • Fluent in Polish
  • Telemedicine Experience 2021

Timeline

Extern

Mt. Pleasant Veterinary Clinic
03.2025 - 03.2025

Harbor Student Envoy

Suveto Veterinary
10.2023 - 05.2024

Student Doctor

Virginia Tech Veterinary Teaching Hospital
06.2023 - Current

Extern

Apple Tree Cove Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023

Extern and Student Doctor

Bostic Veterinary Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2024

Animal Care Technician

Teaching & Research Animal Care Service (TRACSS)
07.2019 - 03.2020

Mentorship - Assistant

Animal Clinic and Wellness Center
09.2016 - 06.2017

Tier 2 Volunteer

Heritage Humane Society
05.2015 - 08.2017

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Animal and Poultry Sciences/Pre-Vet

Virginia Tech University

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