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Pamela Linehan

Denver,CO

Summary

Dedicated and experienced veterinary assistant with a proven track record in training and a strong commitment to animal welfare. Expertise in monitoring patient responses and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, enhancing the effectiveness of veterinary teams in delivering exceptional care. Eager to embrace new challenges and continuously learn innovative procedures, while fostering a supportive environment for new employees to ensure the highest standards of animal care and well-being. Recognized for strong motivation and a collaborative spirit that contributes to a positive workplace culture.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Spay Today Healthy Pet Center
Lakewood CO
05.2024 - Current
  • Assist veterinarians during examinations and procedures, ensuring animal comfort and safety for spay and neuter.
  • Manage and care for approximately 30 dogs, cats and rabbits daily.
  • Work directly with new team members to provide comprehensive training and support.
  • Maintain close involvement with new employees throughout their training period to ensure full understanding of job responsibilities and safety of animals and fellow employees.
  • Formulate and manage administration of pre-anesthetic induction drugs, induction drugs, including oral and topical medications as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols for animal handling.
  • Administer intravenous treatments to dogs and cats.
  • Assist in monitoring patient responses during procedures.
  • Support veterinary staff in ensuring animal comfort and safety.
  • Execute intubation procedures for canines and felines, ensuring readiness for surgical operations.
  • Assess animal conditions through careful observation for indications of distress or illness.
  • Manage medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
  • Conduct vital sign assessments and provided essential nursing support for animals in all phases of surgical care.
  • Document patient symptoms and medical observations to guide treatment strategies.
  • Implement rigorous cleaning protocols for exam areas, surgical rooms, and kennels to mitigate disease transmission and control odors.
  • Execute processing of surgical instrument packs and drapes in autoclave to ensure compliance with sterilization standards.
  • Deliver targeted guidance on post-surgical care and nutrition to ensure optimal health for clients and fosters.
  • Provide excellent customer service to clients, rescues and foster parents, answering questions and addressing concerns along with outstanding compassionate care for animals.

Veterinary Assistant

Litter Free Lives
Lakewood CO
01.2021 - 10.2023
  • Helped in teaching and training of a hands on surgical training program in high quality, high volume spay and neuter services, focusing on community based animal welfare efforts. The organization is Go Pawesome.
  • Managed approximately 25 animals daily.
  • Performed all duties as with current job at Spay Today.

Customer Service

O'Toole's Garden Centers
Lakewood, CO
05.2017 - 08.2020
  • Addressed customer complaints and ensured a clean, organized checkout area.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing informative responses to product-related questions.
  • Facilitated customer order processing and maintained precision in payment transaction management.
  • Provided detailed responses to product questions to enhance customer understanding of sales and promotions.
  • Processed cash, credit card, and check transactions to finalize customer purchases.
  • Managed cash register operations to ensure accurate and efficient transaction recording.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Managed refund and exchange operations, maintaining alignment with company policy to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Promoted additional purchases by emphasizing current deals and ensuring optimal stock levels in the lane.
  • Organized floor displays and monitored inventory.
  • Supported garden center operations by advising customers on flower arrangements, answering questions, and ensuring optimal inventory levels through watering and restocking.

Volunteer

Spay Today Healthy Pet Center
Lakewood, CO
01.2015 - 08.2018

Achieved successful recovery of animals through effective post-surgical monitoring. Enhanced animal wellness by administering vaccinations and maintaining grooming standards. Developed new volunteer skills through comprehensive training on recovery and monitoring protocols.

Volunteer

Denver Dumb Friends League
Denver, CO
09.1995 - 09.1998

Enhanced animal care quality by maintaining clean environments and promoting social interactions for shelter animals. Improved animal comfort through organized outdoor walks, providing essential stress relief and socialization opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School
Denver CO
5 1995

Skills

  • Training new employees
  • Client communication
  • Cleaning, sanitizing and sterilizing
  • Patient restraint and handling
  • Animal safety
  • Vaccine administration
  • Patient Care and monitoring
  • Anesthetic preparation
  • Subcutaneous Injections
  • Vaccination and microchip administration
  • Endotracheal tubes
  • Monitor patients

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Spay Today Healthy Pet Center
05.2024 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Litter Free Lives
01.2021 - 10.2023

Customer Service

O'Toole's Garden Centers
05.2017 - 08.2020

Volunteer

Spay Today Healthy Pet Center
01.2015 - 08.2018

Volunteer

Denver Dumb Friends League
09.1995 - 09.1998

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School

Other Skills

Volunteer Educator & School Support Assistant
Elementary School Golden, CO

  • Delivered monthly environmental education lessons through the “Environmental Learning for the Future” program, engaging elementary students in sustainability concepts and hands-on activities.
  • Supported school library operations, assisting students of all grade levels with reading selection and literacy development.
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to coordinate classroom activities and enrichment opportunities.
  • Contributed to a positive learning environment through consistent involvement in student programs and school events.