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
06.2023 - 08.2023
- 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
06.2021 - 09.2021
- 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
01.2021 - 02.2021
- 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
07.2013 - 08.2020
- Supervised and took responsibility for care and routine of Thoroughbred racehorses before and after daily training
Tour Guide
Texas A&M Equine Initiative
01.2019 - 05.2020
- 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
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Held and jogged Thoroughbred racehorses for veterinary lameness evaluations
- Sterilized ankles, knees, hocks, and stifles prior to articular injections
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Bill Yarbrough
06.2015 - 08.2015
- 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
07.2013 - 08.2014
- 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
06.2023 - 08.2023
Research Undergraduate Facilitator
Texas A&M University - CVM
06.2021 - 09.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Kent Cantrell
01.2021 - 02.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Steve Allday
05.2019 - 08.2019
Tour Guide
Texas A&M Equine Initiative
01.2019 - 05.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Dr. Bill Yarbrough
06.2015 - 08.2015
Sales Associate
Frank Taylor
07.2013 - 08.2014
Groom / Foreman
Todd A. Pletcher
07.2013 - 08.2020
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) -
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science -
Texas A&M University
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