Olivia Rodgers
Downsville,LA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant /Kennel Manager
Union Veterinary Clinic
Farmerville, LA
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Assisted veterinarians in medical procedures, such as taking blood and urine samples, administering medication, and performing minor surgeries.
- Gave injections to animals as directed by the veterinarian.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis.
- Stocked treatment rooms with appropriate supplies, scheduled appointments, answered phones, and processed customer payments to boost office efficiency.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Dispensed medications prescribed by veterinarians a.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Dusted, sprayed and bathed animals to maintain good hygiene and control insect pests.
- Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.
- Provided general nursing care for animals, including feeding, bathing, grooming, exercising and restraining them during examinations or treatments.
- Helped veterinarians examine animals and identify behavioral changes or clinical symptoms suggesting illness or injury.
- Administered immunizations and treatments following veterinarian instructions.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary supplies before appointments.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union Parish High School
Farmerville, LA05-2017
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Delta Community College
Ruston, LASkills
- Animal restraint
- Medication administration
- Post-operative care
- Behavioral observation
- Animal Nursing Care
- Post-Operative Cleaning
- Patient Recovery Assistance
- Veterinarian assistance
- Reliability
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Euthanasia assistance
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant /Kennel Manager
Union Veterinary Clinic
05.2017 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Union Parish High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Delta Community College