Patrick Dwyer
Tucson,United States
Summary
Ambitious student pursuing a Veterinary Science degree eager to contribute in developing knowledge in a Veterinary Assistant role. Skilled in multitasking and deliver quality veterinary care in clinical settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Hardworking and reliable veterinary assistant with strong ability in focusing. Offering help with veterinary care and maintaining good relationships with co workers. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Lab Assistant
Joint Technical Education District
Tucson, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Assist teacher with students by teaching veterinary skills
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepped classroom for students to perform specific skills
- Handled and managed large groups
- Maintain cleanliness within the clinc and receptionist desk
Kennel Technician/Certified Veterinary Assistant
Orange Grove Animal Hostipal
Tucson, AZ
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Cleaned living areas to provide healthy environment for boarded animals.
- Promoted optimal animal health by feeding and watering on regular schedule.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Kept dogs safe by remaining alert to environmental conditions and nearby animals.
- Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Followed consistent safety procedures, maintained visible animal identification and checked tags to minimize care errors.
- Exercised animals to maintain physical and mental health.
- Walked dogs while enforcing good behavior and manners.
- Walked animals outside to avoid accidents in play areas or bedding.
- Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet's condition.
- Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
- Treated superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for specific animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
Continental Ranch Pet Clinc
Pet Care Assistant
Tucson, AZ
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Delivered attentive, courteous service to promote overall patron satisfaction.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Dusted, sprayed and bathed animals to maintain good hygiene and control insect pests.
- Administered vaccines to animals and delivered blood and lab results.
- Laid out surgical equipment and passed instruments and materials to veterinarian during surgical procedures.
- Monitored animals' recovering from surgery and notified veterinarians of behavioral changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2026
High School Diploma -
Flowing Wells High School
Tucson, AZ05.2022
Skills
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Customer Service
- Basic Animal Care
- Animal Behavior Education
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Pet Owner Advisory
- Equipment Disinfection
- Problem-Solving
- Medication Documentation
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Illness and Injury Detection
- Appointment Scheduling
- Honest and Dependable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Kennel Technician/Certified Veterinary Assistant
Orange Grove Animal Hostipal
08.2023 - 05.2024
Continental Ranch Pet Clinc
Pet Care Assistant
09.2022 - 01.2023
Veterinary Lab Assistant
Joint Technical Education District
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Arizona
High School Diploma -
Flowing Wells High School
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