Olivia Ray Lightholder
Knoxville,TN
Summary
To gain experience working with animals and demonstrate my commitment to learning and my love of medicine but most of all the passion I have for all animals. To become a more well-rounded student and gain confidence and awareness of veterinary medicine, husbandry, and life-style.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Intern
Karns Animal Clinic
Knoxville, TN
09.2024 - Current
- Provided basic medical care to animals, including administering medications and vaccinations.
- Assisted in the preparation of surgical instruments and equipment for animal surgeries.
- Observed and recorded behavior of animals during appointments.
- Monitored post-surgical patients' recovery process.
- Provided comfort to anxious pets during vet visits or treatments.
- Disposed of hazardous materials according to established guidelines.
Knoxville Animal Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted Dr. Tinsley Youmans and veterinarian assistants with care in diagnosis and treatment of small animals
- Supported in patient restraint, sterile environment and animal safety
- Practiced client communication and ensuring a positive experience for pet and their owners.
Belize Wildlife Clinic
07.2024
- Traveled with fellow University of Tennessee Pre-Vet students with SAVE (Small Animal Veterinary Experience) to San Ignacio, Belize
- Researched and studied a variety of diseases and gained plentiful basic small animal knowledge
- Monitored anesthesia of spay and neuter patients, performed blood draws, physical exams, and became comfortable in the clinical setting.
Lenoir City Animal Clinic
06.2024
- Shadowed Dr. Stephanie Myers, Dr. Olivia Willis, Dr. Thomas Bradbury and Dr. Shelby White in routine checkups with patients and clients.
- Experienced the day to day routines of veterinarians and veterinarian assistants
- Monitored dental and neuter surgeries, as well as assisted in recovery period
- Extracted loose canine incisors and assisted in ethical euthanasias.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05-2026
Skills
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical Assistance
- Medical record-keeping
- Veterinary Terminology
- Animal restraint
- Client Communication
- Sterilization techniques
- Cardiac monitoring
- Behavioral assessment
- Careful restraint
- Sanitation protocols
- Medication Administration
- Post Operative Care
- Vaccine administration
- Laboratory procedures
- Physical Examinations
- Euthanasia Assistance
Extracurricular Activities
University of Tennessee Cheerleader Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Kappa Alpha Order University of Tennessee Pre-Veterinary Club Love One Ambassador Sevier Heights Church Volunteer University of Tennessee Beacon Scholarship Recipient Tennessee Hope Scholarship Recipient Spirit Team Scholarship Recipient Clyde and Laura Taylor Agriculture Scholarship Recipient Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society National Society of Leadership and Success
Timeline
Veterinary Intern
Karns Animal Clinic
09.2024 - Current
Belize Wildlife Clinic
07.2024
Lenoir City Animal Clinic
06.2024
Knoxville Animal Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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