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Samantha Miller

Loveland,CO

Summary

Compassionate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine dedicated to enhancing patient wellness through low-stress handling and effective client education techniques. Committed to fostering professional growth and cultivating strong team dynamics to ensure an efficient and positive work environment. Eager to contribute to a progressive team that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and a healthy work-life balance that allows for excellent patient and client care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Veterinarian

Blue Sky Animal Clinic
Loveland, CO
03.2023 - Current
  • Mentors staff and visiting students, fostering a collaborative environment for professional growth
  • Implements low-stress handling that improves client satisfaction and patient care
  • Creates comprehensive health plans for diverse medical and financial needs cases, often in collaboration with colleagues and specialists
  • Emphasizes compassionate communication to educate and empower clients, leading to increased compliance and positive outcomes
  • Combines interpretation of dental radiographs with oral exam findings to establish appropriate surgical and medical interventions
  • Improved efficiency in performing simple and complex dental extractions and soft tissue surgeries on feline and canine patients
  • Established long-term relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty through personalized care approaches.

Teaching Assistant

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
01.2025 - 03.2025

Foundations of Veterinary Medicine course:

  • Provided constructive feedback on student's demonstrated skills in basic equine handling
  • Collaborated with faculty to identify areas for curriculum enhancement based on student feedback and performance data.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods to foster an interactive learning environment, enhancing overall student participation and comprehension

Relief Veterinarian

Self-Employed
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with staff and associate veterinarians to ensure consistent patient care and maintain client expectations
  • Quickly adapted to new record-keeping software and hospital protocols
  • Established and enforced realistic hourly pay rates and reliable scheduling

Associate Veterinarian

The Meadows Veterinary Center
Windsor, CO
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Analyzed cytology lab results, radiographs, and ultrasound images to guide clinical decision-making and optimize patient care.
  • Exhibited strong leadership skills in team management, effectively executing high-volume appointment schedules as a frequently solo practitioner

Education

Bachelor of Science - Equine Studies

University of New Hampshire
Durham
05-2017

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05-2022

Skills

  • Client communication and education
  • Pain management
  • Low-stress animal handling
  • Anesthesia

Affiliations

Colorado State University

  • President, Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Club, 2020-2021
  • Palpation Team Coordinator, Student Chapter of AABP, 2020 – 2021
  • Web Coordinator, Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Club, 2019-2020
  • Foal Care Team Coordinator, 2018 – 2020

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Colorado State University
01.2025 - 03.2025

Associate Veterinarian

Blue Sky Animal Clinic
03.2023 - Current

Relief Veterinarian

Self-Employed
12.2022 - 03.2023

Associate Veterinarian

The Meadows Veterinary Center
07.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Science - Equine Studies

University of New Hampshire

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Colorado State University

OTHER EXPERIENCE

  • Anatomy Lab Technician, Colorado State University, 9/2018 – 6/2020
  • Veterinary Assistant, Bally’s Arapaho Park Racetrack, 7/2020 - 8/2020
  • Resident Assistant, University of New Hampshire, 8/2014 - 5/2017
  • Housekeeper, Xanterra, Yellowstone National Park, 5/2017 - 8/2017