Salena Rich-Jones
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
I'm a multitasking Veterinary Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic. I'm an animal lover and Fear-Free Certified with over 6 years of handling temperamental animals with relative ease and gentleness. I typically assist veterinarians in surgery and monitor anesthesia as well as trouble-shoot readings and alerts. I'm committed to learning new tasks and considered a highly motivated and dependable employee who is effective and successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently while maintaining safety protocols. I am well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work and keeping the flow going. I train new assistants coming on board and make all of the scheduling for the assistants on a monthly basis.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Animal Medical Center of Tuscaloosa
05.2018 - Current
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Veterinary/Kennel Assistant
Tidmore Veterinary Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2018
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Provided post-operative care, collected specimens, cleaned instruments and filled prescriptions to assist veterinarians.
- Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
- Administered care for animals and reported signs of illness, disease and injury to veterinarians.
- Recorded information such as feeding schedules, appearance, behavior of boarded or hospitalized patients to monitor stay.
- Completed animal intakes to board animals, labeling all home items and toys properly.
- Completed daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas using disease control protocol to provide sterile environment.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tuscaloosa County High School
Northport, AL06.2017
Skills
- Anesthetic Administration
- Staff Training and Development
- Pharmacy management
- Compassionate patient care
- Surgical procedures and support
- Emergency and preventive care
- Post Operative Care
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Surgical Assistance
- Proficient in Avimark
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Client Education
- Laboratory Operations
- Medical record-keeping
- Animal Safety
Timeline
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Animal Medical Center of Tuscaloosa
05.2018 - Current
Veterinary/Kennel Assistant
Tidmore Veterinary Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Tuscaloosa County High School
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