PAYTON A. PLETCHER
Middlesboro,KY
Summary
Strong ambition to acquire and refine the knowledge and skills requisite for success within the veterinary medical field, particularly as an aspiring equine practitioner. Actively seeking opportunities to broaden expertise and hands-on experience, with a focus on delivering exemplary care to equine patients through comprehensive treatments and preventative measures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Student Assistant
Gluck Equine Research Center
2023.06 - 2023.08
- Rectally palpated and determined pregnancy statuses of mares via ultrasound
- Performed endometrial biopsies, uterine lavage, and artificial insemination on mares
- Collected semen on stallions and gathered laboratory data for research purposes
Research Undergraduate Facilitator
Texas A&M University - CVM
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Assisted in daily maintenance of exercising yearlings and helped gather data on the use of bisphosphonates in young horses for research purposes for Texas A&M University
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Kent Cantrell
2021.01 - 2021.02
- Assisted with day-to-day veterinary procedures involving Thoroughbreds, including surgeries at Ocala Equine Hospital
- Restrained horses for examination and treatment
- Facilitated veterinary crew with diagnostic imaging procedures, including ultrasound-guided injections
Groom / Foreman
Todd A. Pletcher
2013.07 - 2020.08
- Supervised and took responsibility for care and routine of Thoroughbred racehorses before and after daily training
Tour Guide
Texas A&M Equine Initiative
2019.01 - 2020.05
- Guided equine admirers, donors, and students on tours of Thomas G. Hildebrand Equine Complex while informing them about Texas A&M Equine Initiative through public presentation
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Steve Allday
2019.05 - 2019.08
- Held and jogged Thoroughbred racehorses for veterinary lameness evaluations
- Sterilized ankles, knees, hocks, and stifles prior to articular injections
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Bill Yarbrough
2015.06 - 2015.08
- Sterilized joints prior to articular injections, oversaw medicine supplies, and assisted in preparation for surgeries
- Assisted during radiographs, endoscopic exams, and veterinary lameness evaluations
Sales Associate
Frank Taylor
2013.07 - 2014.08
- Prepared and presented Thoroughbred yearlings to potential buyers
- Aided in all aspects of sales operation
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, Tennessee05.2026
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science -
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas12.2021
Skills
- Proficient in rectal palpation and ultra-sounding of mares
- Equine handling and basic veterinary techniques
- Analytical skills and ability to adapt
- Research
Timeline
Research Student Assistant
Gluck Equine Research Center
2023.06 - 2023.08
Research Undergraduate Facilitator
Texas A&M University - CVM
2021.06 - 2021.09
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Kent Cantrell
2021.01 - 2021.02
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Steve Allday
2019.05 - 2019.08
Tour Guide
Texas A&M Equine Initiative
2019.01 - 2020.05
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Bill Yarbrough
2015.06 - 2015.08
Sales Associate
Frank Taylor
2013.07 - 2014.08
Groom / Foreman
Todd A. Pletcher
2013.07 - 2020.08
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science -
Texas A&M University
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