Open To Work
Samantha Savage
Work Preference
Summary
Pre-veterinary Animal Science student with veterinary assistant experience in small and exotic medicine. Proficient in vaccine administration, patient monitoring, and educating pet owners on post-treatment care, delivering compassionate, high-quality care in fast-paced clinical environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
All Creature Features Animal Hospital
LaPorte, USA
05.2026 - Current
- Administered vaccinations, medications, and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
- Assisted veterinarians in diagnosing and treating various animal species during examinations.
- Restraint of animals during procedures using appropriate techniques based on size and temperament.
- Gathered specimens, including urine, blood, and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained clean and organized treatment and examination areas to ensure efficiency.
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and proper medication administration.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during challenging situations.
Intern
VAW Global Veterinary Internship
Siem Reap, Cambodia
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Assisted veterinarians in providing high-volume vaccinations for community animals.
- Participated in house-to-house veterinary care; helping assess and educate owners on animal health and preventive care.
- Assisted with patient restraint, physical examinations, and basic veterinary procedures in resource-limited settings.
- Collaborated with an international team to deliver compassionate veterinary care to underserved communities.
- Developed cross-cultural communication skills through international team collaboration.
Veterinary Assistant
McAfee Animal Hospital
Valparaiso, USA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and medication administration.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
Shift Leader
Westside Scoops
Lafayette, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured team efficiency during peak hours.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance satisfaction.
- Implemented cleanliness standards in food preparation areas and dining spaces.
- Monitored cash register operations and ensured accurate transaction processing.
- Checked orders for quality and completeness.
Crew Member
Culver's
Chesterton, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Prepared food items according to strict quality and safety standards.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer interactions.
- Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences (Pre-Veterinary)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2028
Skills
- Vaccine administration
- Animal handling & restraint
- Patient care & monitoring
- Sample collection
- Laboratory procedures
- Radiology techniques
- Cleaning & sterilization protocols
- Diagnostic imaging
- Euthanasia assistance
- Medical record documentation
- Prescription filling
- Disease prevention
- Client communication
- Team leadership
- Time management & multitasking
- Problem assessment
- Animal safety
- Veterinary terminology
- Cross-cultural communication
Timeline
Intern
VAW Global Veterinary Internship
06.2026 - 07.2026
Veterinary Assistant
All Creature Features Animal Hospital
05.2026 - Current
Shift Leader
Westside Scoops
09.2025 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
McAfee Animal Hospital
08.2024 - 05.2025
Crew Member
Culver's
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences (Pre-Veterinary)
Purdue University