Paige Galusha
Granby,MA
Summary
Veterinary assistant prepared for high-energy environments with focus on animal welfare and clinical support. Efficient in assisting with medical procedures and maintaining patient documentation. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic settings, excelling in animal handling and client communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Trailside Veterinary Services
Shelburne Falls, MA
02.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and vaccinations as directed, maintaining accurate records of treatments.
- Assisted veterinarians in patient examinations, ensuring animal comfort and safety.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
Dairy Farm Worker
UVM CREAM
Burlington, VT
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Operated and maintained milking equipment, ensuring optimal performance and hygiene standards.
- Conducted regular health assessments on 100 head herd of dairy cattle, identifying and addressing potential issues promptly.
- Assisted in record-keeping tasks such as tracking cow performance metrics, updating breeding schedules, and maintaining an inventory of supplies for daily use.
- Supported positive team dynamics among coworkers by actively participating in group discussions about task delegation or problem-solving strategies related to farm operations challenges faced regularly.
- Built strong relationships with industry professionals such as veterinarians, nutritionists, or breeders for consultation and advice on farm management strategies and animal health concerns.
- Raised overall farm efficiency with strategic time management while completing daily tasks like milking, feeding, cleaning facilities, or treating sick animals as needed.
- Increased milk production by implementing efficient milking techniques and maintaining a clean and organized milking parlor.
Kitten Foster
Trailside Veterinary Services
Granby, MA
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Maintained round the clock care for bottle fed kittens
- Performed daily weigh ins to ensure healthy growth
- Worked alongside a veterinarian to administer proper vaccines
- Socialized kittens to prepare them for adoption
- Communicated with possible owners to ensure they are prepared for a kitten
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT05-2026
High School Diploma -
Granby Jr Sr High School
Granby, MA06-2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Animal handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Client education
- Client communication
- Reception duties
Timeline
Dairy Farm Worker
UVM CREAM
01.2025 - 05.2026
Kitten Foster
Trailside Veterinary Services
03.2020 - 03.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Trailside Veterinary Services
02.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Vermont
High School Diploma -
Granby Jr Sr High School