Nicole Lizotte
Biddeford,ME
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Assistant with 5+ years of relevant experience in a fast paced setting. Recognized for excellence in animal care and client service, while continually striving to learn new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician Assistant
Back Cove Animal Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity
Veterinary Assistant
Topsfield Veterinary Hospital
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted doctors with wellness exams
- Administered vaccinations as well as subcutaneous medications and fluids
- Learned how to assist with radiographs and began assisting with surgical procedures
Veterinary Assistant II
Angell Animal Medical Center
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Worked closely with lead doctor on a variety of general medicine appointments
- Restrained canines and felines for medical procedures while following Fear-Free training
- Communicated with clients directly about animal needs, cost estimates, and procedures
- Administered vaccinations, microchips, and medications subcutaneously
- Performed venipuncture on canines and felines
Team Member
Kitchen, Crosby's Marketplace
06.2013 - 04.2018
- Gained communication, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills
Intern, Behavior Analyst
Cocheco Valley Humane Society
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Developed training plans to address and improve areas of concern
- Constructed written functional analyses targeting specific behaviors of shelter dogs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Animal Behavior
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05.2017
Skills
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Vaccination Administration
- Product Inventories
- Supply Restocking
- Laboratory Procedures
- Medication Dispensing
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- Animal Restraining
Certification
- Client Engagement
- Communication
- Time Management
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Humor
Timeline
Technician Assistant
Back Cove Animal Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Topsfield Veterinary Hospital
10.2022 - 03.2023
Veterinary Assistant II
Angell Animal Medical Center
04.2018 - 10.2022
Intern, Behavior Analyst
Cocheco Valley Humane Society
01.2017 - 05.2017
Team Member
Kitchen, Crosby's Marketplace
06.2013 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Animal Behavior
University of New Hampshire
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