Samantha Sheldon
Orion,IL
Summary
Experienced Veterinary Assistant with over 10 years of steadily increasing responsibilities in animal care and diagnostics. Skilled in anesthesia radiology, anesthesia monitoring and laboratory procedures. Over 7 years of experience as a practice manager, successfully leading teams to efficiently deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant/ Practice Manager
Orion Veterinary Clinic, INC.
Orion, IL
02.2015 - Current
- Obtained and maintained precise medical records for all patients to ensure quality care.
- Collected specimens including urine, blood, and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals during examinations and treatments using species-appropriate techniques. Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by a veterinarian.
- Applied technical skills in anesthetic preparation, including drug dosage calculations, intubation, anesthesia monitoring, post-operative recovery. Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for sterilization.
- Managed day-to-day clinic operations, overseeing front desk staff, technicians, and assistants.
- Competent in Cornerstone and EzyVet software systems. Effectively set up and implemented EzyVet.
- Logged and tracked controlled drugs using Veterinary practice management software and VetSnap. Kept controlled drugs secured to meet drug enforcement agency and state board specifications.
- Assisted in hiring, training, reviews/evaluations, discipline, and termination procedures of all non-DVM employees.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and equipment, placing orders when necessary. Familiar with MWI, Wedgewood, Covetrus, and Zoetis.
Server
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Coal Valley, IL
10.2011 - 04.2015
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Delivered food orders promptly and accurately.
- Prepared food in accordance with all food safety regulations
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Waitress
Pizza Hut
Orion, IL
08.2007 - 10.2011
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Effectively and efficiently severed multiple tables.
- Prepared food in accordance to all food safety regulations
Education
High School Diploma -
Orion High School
Orion, IL05-2010
Veterinary Assistant Certificate -
Black Hawk Collage
Moline, IL10-2010
Skills
- Animal restraint
- Medical record keeping
- Clinic management
- Software proficiency
- Team leadership
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Client communication
- Client education
- Venipuncture
Special Interest
- Critical Care
- Feline
- Exotics
Continued Education
FelineVMA Annual Conference 2024- Minneapolis, MN
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant/ Practice Manager
Orion Veterinary Clinic, INC.
02.2015 - Current
Server
SUBWAY®Restaurants
10.2011 - 04.2015
Waitress
Pizza Hut
08.2007 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
Orion High School
Veterinary Assistant Certificate -
Black Hawk Collage
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