Paige Prete
Geneva,FL
Summary
Dedicated student interested in learning and applying the many skills I have learned regarding the animal health occupation. I am responsible, motivated, quick learning and collaborative. I have a good base of pre-existing knowledge in animal care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Intern
Wake Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care
Knightdale, NC
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Performed laboratory procedures including fecal analysis, urinalysis, blood work and skin scrapings.
- Provided post-operative care for recovering patients including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Observed sick or injured animals' behavior to determine their needs and condition.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Assisted with surgical preparation of animals for spay and neuter procedures or other surgeries as needed.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Prepared vaccinations and medicine vials
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving trauma or illness in both small and large animals.
Equine Barn Hand
Kolokee Ranch
Geneva, FL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed general maintenance around the barn such as painting fences and raking arenas.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Handled, walked, and brushed horses.
- Organized hay storage areas, ensuring proper ventilation and safety standards were met.
- Provided daily care for horses including feeding, watering, exercising and turnout time.
- Cleaned stalls of manure and bedding material; replenished with fresh straw as needed.
- Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
- Cleaned and refilled feed buckets and waterers.
- Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Veterinary Shadow
Wake Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care
Knightdale, NC
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Responded to emergency situations involving injured or sick animals.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Attended veterinary appointments with doctors and observed the medical process.
- Observed surgeries, radiographs, ultrasounds, and other diagnostic procedures.
Education
N/A - N/A
Oviedo High School
Oviedo, FL05-2024
Skills
- Client Communication
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Animal Restraint
- Emergency Care
- Laboratory Testing
- Animal Handling
- Tick Removal
- Reading Animal Behavior
Affiliations
- Lacrosse
- Weightlifting
- National Honor Society
- Greater Pet Alliance Animal Rescue volunteer
- NJROTC
Accomplishments
- Best Exploratory Research Project
- Best Overall Symposium Project
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Intern
Wake Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care
07.2023 - 07.2023
Equine Barn Hand
Kolokee Ranch
08.2022 - 05.2023
Veterinary Shadow
Wake Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care
06.2021 - 06.2021
N/A - N/A
Oviedo High School
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